Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene
Business News & Resources
Seeking Assistance with Permitting, Code Requirements or Other County Services? Contact Your Permit Concierge
July 24, 2025
Volusia County’s Permit and Code Concierge Service provides residents and business owners with personalized service and a dedicated liaison to assist with their permitting and code needs.
Economic Scene
Deltona Daytona Ormond Beach Metro Area Ranks in Top 10 Biggest Boomtowns
July 24, 2025
In a ranking by LendingTree that scored the 100 largest metros, five of the top 10 biggest boomtowns are in Florida with the Deltona Daytona Ormond Beach MSA ranked at No. 9.
Education News & Updates
Volusia County Schools Earns First “A” Since 2008-09
July 17, 2025
The Florida Department of Education released the 2024-25 School and District Grades, and for the first time since the 2008-09 school year, Volusia County Schools (VCS) earned a district grade of an “A,” demonstrating substantial improvements in 10 of 12 areas of accountability.
Education News & Updates
Find Your Future at the Keiser University Campus Preview July 23
July 17, 2025
Get ready to succeed! Keiser University Daytona Beach will host a Back-to-School Campus Preview from 5 to 8 p.m. July 23. You’ll have an opportunity to meet the admissions team, tour the campus, and learn about financial aid.
Disaster Preparedness
Residents Can Now Buy Disaster Supplies Tax-Free Year-Round
July 17, 2025
A permanent statewide sales tax exemption is now in effect for a wide range of disaster preparedness supplies, allowing residents to save money while preparing for hurricanes, wildfires, and other emergency events.
Business News & Resources
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Update: One Big Beautiful Bill
July 17, 2025
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) was signed into law on July 4, 2025; the sweeping legislation includes major tax reform provisions that will have far-reaching implications for small businesses in the years to come.
Entrepreneur Resources
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Education Program
July 17, 2025
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is an investment in the growth of small businesses by helping entrepreneurs create jobs and economic opportunities through access to education, capital and support services. With a curriculum designed by Babson College, the nation’s top-ranked school for entrepreneurship, you’ll engage in an intensive multi-week business education program with like-minded small business owners and receive one-on-one business advice while learning valuable skills to help you grow your business.
Economic Scene
Florida Tops List of America’s 10 Strongest State Economies Prepared for a Recession
July 17, 2025
For the third consecutive year, the Sunshine State has topped CNBC’s Economy rankings in 2025, taking the number one ranking. Florida's economic growth and job growth remain solidly in the top 10, state finances are strong, and the state is a leader in new business formations.
Workforce Updates
How to Minimize Busy Work that Harms Productivity for Your Team
July 08, 2025
More than half of U.S. workers spend much of their time on low-value tasks—leading to frustration, burnout, and lower productivity. Many employees say they have too much "busy work," that give the illusion of productivity but have little value or purpose. According to ResumeNow’s recent Productivity Drain Report, 51% of workers said their workdays typically involve busy work—some spend several days a week on these kinds of tasks.
Disaster Preparedness
25 Disaster Recovery Statistics That Prove Every Business Needs a Plan
July 08, 2025
Despite advances in business continuity technologies, the latest disaster recovery statistics reveal that modern businesses still face costly interruptions due to a variety of threats, ranging from ransomware to hardware failure.
