Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene
Tourism Updates
Attend Talking Tourism in West Volusia
August 12, 2025
The West Volusia Tourism Adverising Authority (WVTAA) is introducing “Talking Tourism in West Volusia” networking events. The new gatherings are ideal opportunities for local tourism professionals including hoteliers, attraction and event promoters, tour boat operators, and others in the tourism industry to connect, share ideas, and enjoy a cup of coffee with the WVTAA team and fellow colleagues.
Export Resources
Explore Market Research to Prepare for Global Expansion
August 12, 2025
Doing business outside the United States can be complicated, but the U.S. Commercial Service has the tools and in-country experts to help you choose the right markets and export with confidence.
Grants & Funding
WomensNet Grant Opportunity for Women-Owned Hair & Skin Care Businesses
August 12, 2025
WomensNet is offering its monthly business specific $10,000 grant for August to women-owned hair care and skin care businesses
Tourism Updates
Daytona CVB to Host Tourism Listening Session Aug. 12
August 04, 2025
The Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) will continue with its series of Community Tourism Listening Sessions at noon Aug. 12 at the Starry Night Gallery, 230 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach.
Grants & Funding
Hivers and Strivers Investment Program for Veteran-Owned Businesses
August 04, 2025
As an angel investment group, Hivers and Strivers works to provide capital to qualifying businesses. Specifically, the investment group funds projects submitted by veteran-owned and veteran-led businesses. Funding opportunities range from $250,000 to $1 million.
Disaster Preparedness
Business Continuity Planning & Disaster Loan Programs Webinar
August 04, 2025
The Southeast Volusia Manufacturing & Technology Coalition (SEVMTC) will host a free virtual training session focused on disaster preparedness and business continuity via Microsoft Teams from 2 to 3 p.m. Aug. 12.
Webinars, Workshops & Forums
Sensible Legal Strategies: No More. No Less.
August 04, 2025
The next Acuity Business Pass course will help participants understand when and how to address key legal requirements as they establish and grow their business.
Economic Scene
Local SEO Mastery: Dominating Your Geographic Market
August 04, 2025
As a small business owner, you know the importance of showing up in search results when people in your service area research the products or services they need. In this free SCORE webinar, Local SEO Mastery, you’ll walk through simple, effective strategies to help your business stand out in local search results.
Grants & Funding
AT&T Small Business Contest Grant Program
July 24, 2025
The AT&T Small Business Contest offers U.S.-based small business owners with 50 or fewer employees a chance to win $50,000 to grow their business.
Workforce Updates
Boomers Could be Your Company’s Next Competitive Advantage
July 24, 2025
The future of work is multigenerational. Today’s workplaces often span four generations, from young Gen Z’s to older Boomers. Rather than treating age differences as a challenge, leading organizations understand that diverse perspectives can drive innovation and are leveraging them as an asset.
