Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene
Grants & Funding
Pilot Small Business Growth Fund Grant Program
March 05, 2026
The Pilot Small Business Growth Fund, presented in partnership with Hello Alice and Pilot.com, is here to support small businesses as they grow and scale. Learn about eligibility requirements, terms & conditions, and apply by the March 31 deadline.
Economic Scene
Seeking Government Contracts? Take the Capability Statements Boot Camp
March 05, 2026
If your business is seeking to obtain government contracts, a capability statement is a beneficial piece of marketing to introduce your company to federal, state and local agency buyers. Take this webinar for a detailed introduction.
Economic Scene
U.S. News & World Report Ranks Daytona State’s Online Bachelor’s Programs Among Best in U.S.
February 26, 2026
U.S. News & World Report has once again ranked Daytona State College among the nation’s best for online bachelor’s programs – marking the 14th consecutive year the College has earned this distinction.
Business News & Resources
CareerSourceBFV Offering Youth Work Experience Program
February 12, 2026
CareerSourceBFV is seeking employer partners to volunteer in a variety of capacities with its Youth Work Experience Program, an initiative designed to connect young people with valuable real-world experiences that inspire career exploration, skill development, and future planning
Entrepreneur Resources
23 Books Every Entrepreneur Should Read This Year
February 12, 2026
Whether you’re navigating setbacks and slipups or celebrating hard-won triumphs, entrepreneurs at any stage can find solace and inspiration in a list of titles curated by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
Economic Scene
Hurricane Expo Set for April 18 at the Speedway with Sponsorships and Vendor Tables Available
February 12, 2026
Volusia County residents, businesses, and community organizations are invited to take part in a Hurricane Expo scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 18, in the pavilion area at the Daytona International Speedway. The event will focus on hurricane preparedness while also offering opportunities for organizations and businesses to participate as vendors or event sponsors.
Grants & Funding
WomensNet Grant for Women-Owned Health & Fitness Businesses
February 05, 2026
Are you a woman looking for a grant for your health and fitness business? Or are you pursuing a business idea on how to help people get healthy? For the month of February, WomensNet is offering its monthly business specific $10,000 grant for providers of the following services:
Entrepreneur Resources
Intuit QuickBooks and Mailchimp Small Business Hero Program – Deadline is 2/14
February 05, 2026
This program spotlights entrepreneurs who demonstrate courage, perseverance, and integrity by awarding three remarkable businesses each quarter.
Entrepreneur Resources
Side Hustles that Work and Get New Income Streams – 2 New Workshop Dates
February 05, 2026
Due to popular demand, two additional opportunities to attend the “Side Hustles That Work” seminar have been added this month. These free entrepreneurial educational workshops are part the Acuity Business Pass program.
Business News & Resources
Online Tool Puts Permitting Info at Your Fingertips
February 05, 2026
Do you need a permit but you’re not sure where to start? The Volusia County Permit Guide is now available. This new online permit guide puts essential project zoning and permitting information in one convenient location, eliminating the guesswork from the permitting process.
