Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene
Business News & Resources
Florida Now Ranks as the World’s 15th Largest Economy
November 11, 2025
The Florida Chamber Foundation has announced that Florida, if it were a nation, would now rank as the 15th largest economy in the world, with a gross domestic product exceeding $1.7 trillion.
Economic Scene
Join 1 Million Cups Every Wednesday for Connections & Inspiration
November 11, 2025
1 Million Cups (1MC) Daytona Beach is a free weekly entrepreneurial storytelling event where entrepreneurs gather to connect, inspire, educate, and empower each other and the local business ecosystem.
Grants & Funding
Intuit QuickBooks and Mailchimp Small Business Hero Program – Deadline is 11/14
October 29, 2025
The Intuit QuickBooks and Mailchimp Small Business Hero Program is a year-long initiative designed to celebrate and empower small businesses that invigorate and serve their communities.
Grants & Funding
Boundless Futures EmpowerHER Quarterly Grant; Deadline is 11/1
October 29, 2025
Boundless Futures Foundation (BFF) empowers, embraces, and elevates female entrepreneurs through grants to new businesses and to likeminded nonprofits. BFF grants are awarded directly to female entrepreneurs who are using their businesses to solve social issues through their product or business model that includes poverty & hunger, sustainability & the environment, and strong communities.
Tourism Updates
Daytona CVB to Host Tourism Listening Session Nov. 4
October 29, 2025
The Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) will continue with its series of Community Tourism Listening Sessions at noon Nov. 4 at the News-Journal Center, 221 N. Beach St., Daytona Beach.
Veteran Resources
Paychecks for Patriots Veterans Job Fair
October 29, 2025
Bring your resume, dress for success, and get interviewed on the spot at the Paychecks for Patriots Veterans Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 13 hosted by CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia.
Economic Scene
Five Consumer Insights to Help You Connect with Customers During the Holiday Season
October 29, 2025
With Small Business Saturday and the holiday season right around the corner, your business can capitalize on consumer behavior shifts to drive sales.
Economic Reports
Florida’s Economic Outlook Still Sunny — But Storm Clouds Loom
October 15, 2025
Florida’s economy continues to shine despite a mix of policy storms, according to UCF’s Institute for Economic Forecasting economist Sean Snaith in his latest quarterly statewide forecast. Snaith’s new forecast finds the Sunshine State still outperforming the nation, though several storm systems, both literal and fiscal, could darken the horizon.
Award Programs
Dredging & Marine Consultants, LLC Selected as Honoree of GrowFL’s Florida Companies to Watch Program
October 15, 2025
Volusia County-based Dredging & Marine Consultants, LLC, a full-service environmental and engineering firm, has emerged as an honoree from a competitive pool of 500 nominations.
Webinars, Workshops & Forums
Government Contracts 101: Understanding The Procurement Journey
October 15, 2025
This SCORE webinar aims to demystify the government contracting process, helping businesses understand the procurement lifecycle and seize government contracting opportunities at federal, state, and local levels.
