Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene
Grants & Funding
Business Property Enhancement & Façade Grants Available in Volusia County
June 04, 2026
Each year, several cities in Volusia County allocate matching grant funds to encourage private investment and foster community beautification. Business property owners are encouraged to apply for these funds to improve the general appearance, curb appeal, and functionality of existing properties.
Job Fairs
Pall Corporation Open House/Job Fair on June 13
June 04, 2026
Discover how you can grow your career with a worldwide leader in filtration and separation technologies at the Pall Corporation Open House & Job Fair. Get an inside look at Pall’s work in manufacturing.
Job Fairs
CareerSource Regional Job Fair on June 10
June 04, 2026
Find your next career at the 2026 Regional Job Fair, a premier workforce event hosted by CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia in partnership with Daytona State College.
Economic Scene
SBA Freedom 250 Patriot Pitch Competition; Apply by June 10
June 04, 2026
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is hosting a nationwide $1 million prize pool pitch competition to celebrate the innovation and ambition on Main Street that has fueled American ingenuity for 250 years.
Award Programs
Applications Being Accepted for U.S. Chamber Top 100 Small Businesses
May 28, 2026
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce (CO-) is looking for small businesses doing big things — driving innovation, growth, and impact locally and globally. Apply to the CO-100 awards program to earn your spot on CO-’s list of America’s top small businesses and a chance to win $25,000.
Workforce Updates
Attend the Daytona State College Workforce Summit
May 28, 2026
Be part of the discussion to develop workforce solutions at the Daytona State College Workforce Summit 2026. The summit, themed “Learn to Earn Workforce Models for Today’s Economy,” will bring together educators, employers, economic developers, and community partners to discuss workforce solutions for high-demand industries
Economic Scene
Find Talent at the CareerSource Virtual Healthcare Job Fair
May 28, 2026
Healthcare-related employers looking to fill open positions are encouraged to sign up for CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia’s Virtual Healthcare Job Fair.
Economic Scene
Florida Early Stage Venture Conference Runs June 2-3
May 28, 2026
The Florida Venture Forum will bring entrepreneurs, venture capital firms, angel investors, professional advisors and industry leaders together for its annual Early Stage Venture Conference June 2 & 3
Tourism Updates
2026 West Volusia Tourism Address on May 28
May 19, 2026
In the next lineup of a Thursday Speaker Series, the DeLand and Greater West Volusia Chamber of Commerce will host a tourism address on May 28.
Tech Topics
Benefits of Cybersecurity That Go Beyond Safety to Financial Performance
May 19, 2026
Customer data, cloud systems, email, and software are all essential tools for small businesses. It’s important to safeguard these systems — and the data they contain — with a solid cybersecurity program.
