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Later this year, the Daytona Regional Chamber will begin developing a new 3-year Strategic Plan. There are numerous opportunities to engage in shaping our next Strategic Plan. If you're interested in joining us, kindly get in touch by sending an email to Janet Kersey, Executive Vice President & COO. We look forward to hearing from you!

There are a lot of opportunities to build your business coming up in the next several weeks. Today marks the opening of registration for sponsorships and booths for the Volusia County Chamber Alliance Mega Mixer. You can find more details below.

Also, be sure to make plans to attend Eggs & Issues on May 9 featuring Dr. Stephanie Miller, Executive Director, Technology Transfer and Research Park Initiatives, at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Dr. Miller will share with attendees the latest happenings at Embry-Riddle's MicaPlex.

Our mission is to foster a strong economic and business environment and serve as a platform through which our members and the entire business community can thrive. These programs are just a few examples of our mission in action. Have a safe and prosperous week ahead.

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Things to Do

Mega Mixer & Table Top Exhibitor Registration Now Open

Registration is now open for sponsorships, floor, and table displays for the 2024 Volusia County Chamber Alliance MEGA MIXER & EXPO presented in partnership with Volusia County Economic Development, on Thursday, June 6, from 4:00-7:00 PM, at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – Mori Hosseini Student Union Center. All five Volusia County Chambers of Commerce in the Alliance welcome our members to register online now to confirm their participation.

This event typically sells out very quickly so do not delay. Lock in your space now – and reach up to 500 attendees at this highly anticipated yearly event!

Visit www.volusiachamberalliance.com to register online. All registrations must be completed through the on-line link and payment must be made at time of registration. No reservations will be taken via email or over the phone.

Thank you also to our Champion Sponsors, Gary Yeomans Ford, University of Central Florida, and Volusia Memorial Park & Funeral Homes.

Things to Know

May Eggs & Issues Features Dr. Stephanie Miller, MicaPlex

Dr. Stephanie Miller, Executive Director, Technology Transfer and Research Park Initiatives at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University will give us an update on some of the high tech innovation that is being developed here in our region.

Business After Hours: Ormond Memorial Art Museum

Grow your circle of influence at the beautiful Ormond Memorial Art Museum on Tuesday, May 21.

Things to Share

Elevate Daytona Beach Auditions Close May 10

Have a unique perspective to share or a fascinating story to tell? Sign up to audition for Elevate Daytona Beach presented by AdventHealth. For more information on the audition process, visit ElevateDaytonaBeach.com.

Warmest Welcome to Our Newest Members

Congratulations on Your Membership Investment

An investment in Daytona Regional Chamber membership is an investment in a stronger community.

Take a moment to welcome these new members and thank them for joining the cause.

There are great things on the horizon thanks to the collective efforts of our business community.

Dick's Last Resort

Elevator Control Service

InfanTree USA LLC

Landquest Ventures LLC

Picture This!

Scene Around Town

AJ Jones, Founder and Principal, RBD Consulting, leads a session of the Daytona Regional Chamber's Power of Inclusion series. The first program highlighted Multigenerational Workplaces. There are two more Power of Inclusion events this year: July 24 on Intercultural Competencies and October 23 on Building Inclusive Workspaces.

Member POV: Dwight DuRant, Zev Cohen & Assoc.

Powerful Professional Development on Multigenerational Workplaces

"I recently attended the Daytona Regional Chamber's Power of Inclusion workshop on Multigenerational Workplaces to learn more about the subject and hopefully advance our firm professionally and myself personally in today’s culture. I am so glad I did.

The program was phenomenal and far exceeded my expectations. The presenter, A. J. Jones of RBD Consulting, was dynamic, informative, and fun. The workshop was interactive with the attendees, which made the learning experience personal and relatable.

I plan to attend the next two workshops and will bring several of our employees with me. I am confident this experience will relate to our staff. I highly recommend others to attend."

Resources to Bookmark

Grow Your Business Today

VISIT FLORIDA, the state's official tourism marketing corporation, serves as Florida's official source for travel planning to visitors across the globe.

VISIT FLORIDA is not a government agency, but rather a not-for-profit corporation created as a public/private partnership by the Florida Legislature in 1996.

Affiliates in Action

Get to Know Our Community Partners

Volusia County Association for Responsible Development

Join us for the 2024 Real Estate Values Forum to hear from Volusia County Property Appraiser Larry Bartlett as he shares the latest news on our economy, real estate, and emerging trends in Volusia County.

Attorney Glenn Storch, representing Deering Park, will provide in-depth details on the final phases for the 70,000-acre land development project and its potential impact on the real estate market. Storch will explain how Deering Park has meticulously crafted a plan to conserve 75% of the land to ensure sustainable development.

Additionally, Glen A. Irby, Edgewater City Manager, will highlight how this development could drive economic growth and prosperity in Volusia County. Breakfast will be provided, and this event is a must-attend for anyone interested in the future of Volusia County's economy and real estate.

Survey Says

Community Voices, Shared

Is finding and retaining qualified employees one of your top business challenges right now?

Yes - 66.7%

No - 33.3%