VBR Funding Readiness Workshop Features ‘Shark Tank’ Success Story
Volusia County Economic Development
September 10, 2026
Attention, Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners!
Get the guidance you need to secure financial support for your business at the Volusia Business Resources Funding (VBR) Readiness 2026 Workshop, an event designed to help make your funding journey a success.
Get Inspired: Hear from keynote speaker Desiree Haller, founder and CEO of SubSafe, who along with her husband turned a clever solution into a thriving Volusia County-based business after their debut on Shark Tank, landing a deal with Mark Cuban and Charles Barkley.
Learn from Experts: Get insights from lenders, financial professionals, and small business consultants who will offer practical advice on navigating the complex lending process.
Become Funding Ready: Attendees will learn what lenders and investors expect before applying for funds, how to organize their financials, and identify the funding options that best suit their business needs.
Date: Sept. 30
Time: 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Location: Sanborn Center, 815 S. Alabama Ave., DeLand
This high-value workshop is offered at no cost and includes lunch, but space is limited. Registration is required at bit.ly/NLVBRFundingReadiness2026.
