Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene
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.
Economic Scene
Growth Grants Offered by the National Association for the Self-Employed
May 19, 2026
Since 2006, the National Association of Self-Employed (NASE) has awarded nearly $1 million to its members through small business grants from the Growth Grants program. These $4,000 grants can be used for marketing, advertising, hiring employees, expanding facilities and other specific business needs.
Events, Expos & Trade Shows
Volusia Chamber Alliance Mega Mixer Coming June 11
May 13, 2026
Looking for a great opportunity to expand your network, make connections and grow your business? Mark your calendar for June 11 as the annual Volusia County Chamber Alliance returns to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Workforce Updates
Sparton Job Fair at CareerSource Orange City Location
May 13, 2026
CareerSource Brevard Flager Volusia is hosting a recruiting event with Sparton DeLeon Springs at the CareerSource Orange City Career Center, 846 Saxon Blvd., from noon to 3 p.m. May 13 and 27.
Grants & Funding
Grant for Women-Owned Mental & Emotional Support Business
May 13, 2026
Are you a woman-owned mental & emotional support business? WomensNet is offering its monthly business specific $10,000 grant for women-owned businesses in the following categories...
Entrepreneur Resources
Raise Capital for Your Startup or Product with Crowdfunding
May 13, 2026
Do you need funding to support the launch of your new business venture? Crowdfunding could be a great source. Crowdfunding has evolved from a niche fundraising method into a legitimate financing tool for businesses, creative projects, and charitable causes.
Economic Scene
Taxpayers May Be Eligible for Tax Refunds from COVID-Era Penalties; Deadline is July 10 to Act
May 13, 2026
Millions of taxpayers may be entitled to refunds or abatements of penalties and interest that the IRS assessed during the nearly 3.5-year COVID-19 federal disaster period. Recent court decisions have raised questions about whether the IRS had the authority to assess certain penalties while federal disaster relief provisions were in effect.
Workforce Updates
Talent Recruitment Opportunities at ERAU’s Career Expo
April 29, 2026
Businesses are invited to join Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University as exhibitors at the ERAU 2026 Career EXPO on Oct. 6 at the ICI Center, Henderson Welcome Center, and the Mori Hosseini Student Union Event Center in Daytona Beach.
Business News & Resources
Size Up by Conducting Competitive Research
April 29, 2026
Competitive research is a crucial part of any good marketing and business plan. Many companies lose business to competitors they have never even heard of because they didn’t take the time to do competitive research.
Economic Scene
Update on U.S. Customs and Border Protection Tariff Refund Portal
April 29, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has launched a new landing page as part of the refund initiative for companies to recoup tariffs paid under the International Emergency Economic Powers Action (IEEPA).
