Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene
Grants & Funding
SBA Announces International Trade Loan Program for Small Manufacturers
April 07, 2026
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced that small manufacturers will be eligible for enhanced support through the SBA’s International Trade Loan (ITL) Program beginning May 1.
Export Resources
Florida Businesses Set Record High Export Sales in 2025
April 07, 2026
FloridaCommerce and SelectFlorida recently announced that Florida businesses exported $78.9 billion of goods in 2025—increasing by $6.4 billion (8.9%) from 2024 and $21.6 billion (37.8%) from 2018—showing record-breaking growth and making this Florida’s largest export sales year in history.
Economic Scene
Gain Strategies to Increase Global Opportunities During Export Week 2026
April 07, 2026
In celebration of World Trade Month, the U.S. Commercial Service will host export sessions during the first week of May as well as throughout the month. The sessions, led by both private and public sector experts, will feature tradecraft programs and industry focused opportunities.
Workforce Updates
Recruit Talent in the CareerSource Super Tuesday Virtual Job Fair
April 02, 2026
CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia invites businesses to recruit the talent they need to help their business grow by participating in the Super Tuesday Virtual Job Fair.
Export Resources
Upcoming SelectFlorida International Events
April 02, 2026
Stay up to date with the latest upcoming events around the world where SelectFlorida is cultivating international trade opportunities aimed at helping Florida’s small- and medium-sized businesses grow at https://selectflorida.org/events/.
Economic Scene
SBA Disaster Loans for Businesses Impacted by Frost & Freeze
April 02, 2026
The Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering low-interest federal disaster loans to Volusia County small businesses and private nonprofit organizations that suffered financial losses due to the frost and freeze that occurred Jan. 23 through Feb. 5.
Workforce Updates
Avoiding HR Pitfalls for Small and Medium Businesses
March 24, 2026
In this free SCORE webinar, gain training that is designed to help small and medium sized businesses understand the legal risks associated with human resources and how to mitigate those risks.
Grants & Funding
WomensNet Grant for Women-Owned Food & Beverage Businesses
March 24, 2026
Are you a woman looking for a grant for your food and beverage business?
Business News & Resources
How to Apply for Small Business Tariff Refunds
March 24, 2026
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce provides a guide that breaks down what is known so far and helps you understand whether you may qualify for tariff refunds.
Workforce Updates
Volusia Reentry Employment & Resource Job Fair
March 13, 2026
Connect with justice-impacted job seekers who are prepared and motivated to reenter the workforce and explore new career paths.
