Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene
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.
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...
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).
Business News & Resources
SBA Small Business Week Virtual Summit
April 22, 2026
Acknowledging the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners, the Small Business Administration will host its’ annual National Small Business Week. During the week, take advantage of a 2-day virtual summit that includes educational presentations by industry experts, exhibit booths, free business resources, and business advice from America's SBDCs.
Events, Expos & Trade Shows
SEV Chamber She Leads: Moving Women Forward
April 22, 2026
The Southeast Volusia Chamber of Commerce will host a women’s leadership event designed to bring women together for a morning of leadership, connection, and meaningful conversation. The half-day experience includes brunch, networking, and engaging programming created to support and elevate women at every stage of their professional journey.
Entrepreneur Resources
Join 1 Million Cups to Refine Your Pitch, Make Connections & Gain Inspiration
April 22, 2026
Now with two location opportunities to engage with other entrepreneurs, 1 Million Cups (1MC) is a free storytelling event from 9 to 10 a.m. every Wednesday where entrepreneurs gather to connect, inspire, educate, and empower each other.
