The 2023 Business Links Golf Tournament presented by Brown & Brown, Inc. will be played at the beautiful Plantation Bay Golf Club on Friday, December 8. One of the premier golf events of the year, participants will enjoy a quick pace of play, fantastic prizes and auction items, and the opportunity to grow your circle of influence, all while supporting the mission of the Daytona Regional Chamber.

Arrival, check-in and itinerary

Upon arriving, members of the Plantation Bay staff will take your golf clubs and get them placed on your cart. Proceed to the check-in table where you will receive your hole assignment, be able to purchase drawing prize tickets, take some practice shots at the driving range, and enjoy coffee, juice, and individually wrapped breakfast items.

• 7:00 a.m.: Check-in begins
• 8:20 a.m.: Course personnel will review the rules of the tournament and any notes on play such as cart path only holes, etc.
• 8:30 a.m.: Tournament begins with shotgun start
• Immediately following play: Luncheon, Awards, Live Auction, and Drawing Prizes (last year most teams were concluding play between 12:45-1:00 p.m.)

Sponsors

We are grateful for our sponsors' tremendous support of the Daytona Regional Chamber mission!

Presenting Sponsor: Brown & Brown, Inc.

Grand Slam Sponsors: Florida Health Care Plans and ICI Homes

Major Sponsors: Cobb Cole, Florida Power & Light, Foundation Risk Partners, GEICO-Johnson Agency, Halifax Paving, James Moore & Co., Jeep Beach, Realty Pros Assured, R&R Industries and SouthState Bank.

Thank you all for helping us advocate a strong economic and business environment through which our members and the entire community can thrive.

For information on sponsorships at the 2023 Business Links Golf Tournament, please contact Nicole Bosley, Program Manager, at nbosley@daytonachamber.com or 386.523.3672.

Come one, come ALL!
It’s that time of year to celebrate with the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce during our Holiday Business After Hours at the Daytona Beach International Airport on Tuesday, December 12 from 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

In lieu of an admission rate and to help support Leadership Daytona’s Class XLIII Chair Challenge, please bring a Children’s Book to donate. These donated Children’s Books will be collected on-site at the event by the Early Learning Coalition of Volusia & Flagler Counties. New and slightly used books are appreciated!

Members of the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce can register online through the membership portal. By bringing a Children’s Book, Chamber members will receive complimentary admission: please select “I’m Bringing a Book!” when registering for the event.

In continuation of October’s Membership Special, any member that brings a prospect, your name will be entered into a drawing to win a complimentary admission for two ($300 value) to the Annual Dinner meeting in 2024. Should your prospect decide to join the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce by January 12, you will receive an additional drawing ticket, increasing your chances of winning admission to the most anticipated event of the year! Advanced registration is mandatory for this event.

For questions regarding the event or registration, please contact Nicole Bosley, Program Manager, at (386) 523-3672 or nbosley@daytonachamber.com.

Daytona Regional Chamber:  Regional Business Connections (RBC) Groups    

Enhance your business development capabilities and gain facilitated referrals while building strategic relationships with other active Daytona Regional Chamber members. This is added value to your membership is an exclusive opportunity to participate in one of our active RBC Groups as listed below:

Daytona Regional Chamber Tuesday Noon RBC – Noon – 1:00 p.m. weekly at the Museum of Art & Sciences 352 S Nova Road, Daytona Beach, FL 32114

For more information on how to join this group please contact Samantha Crouch, V.P. of Small Business Development, at Samantha@DaytonaChamber.com or (386) 523-3678

It's the skill set every employer needs and few curricula include, soft skills. The Daytona Regional Chamber in partnership with Volusia County Schools and CareerSource Flagler Volusia, hosts the 3rd annual Soft Skills Youth Summit on Tuesday, December 12, from 10:00 a.m. until approximately 1:00 p.m.

High school juniors and seniors will take part in this interactive program with business leaders sharing their expertise on the requirements of a professional workplace. The tentative agenda includes:

1. An educational session on five key soft skills for the workplace: attire, communication, etiquette, punctuality, and work ethic.
2. A fashion show highlighting the various kinds of business attire.
3. A large group session helping student participants identify their existing network, as well as understanding the power of their social media presence (good and bad).
4. A catered business lunch allowing students to implement the soft skills they learned about in the morning while enjoying additional engagement with a community business leader.
5. An inspirational keynote presentation from Embry-Riddle Head Men's Basketball Coach Steve Ridder to tie all the days lessons together.

Many thanks to our sponsors:

Career Launcher Sponsors

Daytona College

Launch Credit Union

VyStar Credit Union

Skills Builder Sponsors

ICI Homes

Volusia Flagler Society for Human Resource Management

If you would like to sponsor this important workforce development event or volunteer to share your expertise with these future members of the local talent base, please contact Ken Phelps, Vice President of Resource Development here.

 

Daytona Regional Chamber:  Regional Business Connections (RBC) Groups    

Enhance your business development capabilities and gain facilitated referrals while building strategic relationships with other active Daytona Regional Chamber members. This is added value to your membership is an exclusive opportunity to participate in one of our active RBC Groups as listed below:

Daytona Regional Chamber Wednesday Noon RBC – Noon – 1:00 p.m. weekly at Division of Blind Services (Braille Library) 408 White Street, Daytona Beach

For more information on how to join this group please contact Lori McMullin, Director of Business Development, at lori@DaytonaChamber.com or (386) 523-3680

Daytona Regional Chamber:  Regional Business Connections (RBC) Groups    

Enhance your business development capabilities and gain facilitated referrals while building strategic relationships with other active Daytona Regional Chamber members. This is added value to your membership is an exclusive opportunity to participate in one of our active RBC Groups as listed below:

Daytona Regional Chamber Thursday Noon RBC – Noon – 1:00 p.m. weekly at the Halifax River Yacht Club in Daytona Beach

For more information on how to join this group please contact Lori McMullin, Director of Business Development, at lori@DaytonaChamber.com or (386) 523-3680

The Leadership Daytona Alumni Council is proud to invite all alumni to gather for The 13th Class: Life After Leadership Daytona on Thursday, December 14 at 3:30 p.m. Attendees will enjoy revisiting their Leadership Daytona experience by hearing from one of our community leaders on the impact their organization has on the region. This year, we are pleased to have Daytona State College President Dr. Tom LoBasso talk to the alumni to share insights on the growth of Daytona State College, the evolution of on-campus living, and the role DSC plays in the talent pipeline to prepare the future workforce.

The itinerary for the afternoon is as follows:

• 3:30 - 4:00 p.m.: Arrival, Check-in, LDAC Reunion and light refreshments
• 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.: Program 

Light refreshments and beverages will be available throughout the event. It's been some time since we've had an opportunity to gather our alumni. We look forward to giving you some insider updates on our community and telling you about the recent work of the Leadership Daytona Alumni Council.

Tapping Into Issues Presented by Daytona Beverages
The State of Politics with Representative Tom Leek
December 18 – 3-5pm @ Daytona Beverages

Join us for a lively discussion on the state of politics with Representative Tom Leek.  We will “tap” into issues with a special beverage tasting by Daytona Beverages.

For Daytona Regional Chamber Advanced Registration is available for $20 through Thursday, December 11.  On December 12, General Admission may be purchased for $24. Remember, you must log into your member portal to access the discounted member pricing.

For future members, registration is $40 regardless of the registration date.

Advocacy programs supported by Advocacy Champions, Charter Spectrum, and Waste Pro

Daytona Regional Chamber:  Regional Business Connections (RBC) Groups    

Enhance your business development capabilities and gain facilitated referrals while building strategic relationships with other active Daytona Regional Chamber members. This is added value to your membership is an exclusive opportunity to participate in one of our active RBC Groups as listed below:

Daytona Regional Chamber Tuesday Noon RBC – Noon – 1:00 p.m. weekly at the Museum of Art & Sciences 352 S Nova Road, Daytona Beach, FL 32114

For more information on how to join this group please contact Samantha Crouch, V.P. of Small Business Development, at Samantha@DaytonaChamber.com or (386) 523-3678

Daytona Regional Chamber:  Regional Business Connections (RBC) Groups    

Enhance your business development capabilities and gain facilitated referrals while building strategic relationships with other active Daytona Regional Chamber members. This is added value to your membership is an exclusive opportunity to participate in one of our active RBC Groups as listed below:

Daytona Regional Chamber Wednesday Noon RBC – Noon – 1:00 p.m. weekly at Division of Blind Services (Braille Library) 408 White Street, Daytona Beach

For more information on how to join this group please contact Lori McMullin, Director of Business Development, at lori@DaytonaChamber.com or (386) 523-3680

Daytona Regional Chamber:  Regional Business Connections (RBC) Groups    

Enhance your business development capabilities and gain facilitated referrals while building strategic relationships with other active Daytona Regional Chamber members. This is added value to your membership is an exclusive opportunity to participate in one of our active RBC Groups as listed below:

Daytona Regional Chamber Thursday Noon RBC – Noon – 1:00 p.m. weekly at the Halifax River Yacht Club in Daytona Beach

For more information on how to join this group please contact Lori McMullin, Director of Business Development, at lori@DaytonaChamber.com or (386) 523-3680

Championing Diversity

Join us for our January Eggs & Issues program featuring Laura Diaz, Sr. Director, Community & Inclusion, for LPGA. In her role, she has full oversight of all LPGA's Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI) efforts, where she serves as the Chair of C-Me, the LPGA's DEI Task Force, ensuring the organization continues making a positive impact in the communities where they work and play. Diaz is a trusted golf industry professional with a track record for executing national programs with a high standard of excellence, including the "Change the Face of Golf" movement. In addition to our speaker, we will be grauduating our participants of the Daytona Business United program. 

Presenting Sponsors

Halifax Health
Lifestyle Realty Group

 

Series Sponsor

CareerSource Flagler Volusia

 

Advocacy programs supported by Advocacy Champions, Charter Spectrum and Waste Pro.

Eggs and Issues is the premier event venue for discussion of public and legislative affairs in the Daytona Beach region. Join us to gather strategic information for your business and be part of important conversations that work to better our community.

For Daytona Regional Chamber members, Advance Registration is available for $20 through Thursday, January 4th.  Beginning Friday, January 5th, General Admission may be purchased for $24. Remember, you must log into your member portal to access the discounted member pricing.

For future members, registration is $40 regardless of registration date.

For assistance with registration, please contact Nicole Bosley, Program Manager, at 386.523.3672.

Get a dent or wheel on your car fixed in exchange for a toy (please no Dollar Tree toys). All toys will be donated to the local (Volusia) Toys for Tots. Certain Restrictions Apply: One dent on one panel, up to 2" in diameter OR up to a 2" horizontal crease OR one alloy wheel with cosmetic damage up to 8" per toy. Vehicle will be inspected and approved prior to repair. Note: Dent cannot exceed the size of a credit card (2" x 3 1/2"). Repairs subject to accessibility. No broken paint can be present. Not available on composite material. Retail Value of Dent Removal: $225-$299 Retail Value of Alloy Wheel Repair: $199-$299

HOme for the HOlidays Parade

OBCC Government Affairs Committee meeting

Join us for our December Business After Hours!

At this time we can offer you a buy one ticket and get one free ticket special discount!  To get this discount email us back and we will send you a free E-Ticket and discount ticket link or you can text me directly at 386-299-6838.  Seating is limited so if you want to attend it is recommended that you get your tickets now to secure a table.

Dear members and friends of the West Volusia Regional Chamber,

As Thanksgiving approaches, we would like to express our gratitude for your continued support. We hope that everyone enjoys a safe and happy holiday.

At this time, we are reaching out to you with a special request. Unfortunately, due to a paperwork error, we were not granted forgiveness for our PPP loan, resulting in a significant financial loss for our Chamber. We are asking for your help to recover from this setback.

If you are able to make a tax-deductible donation to the Chamber before the end of the year, please contact our office. Every little bit helps, and we are grateful for any support you can provide. 

As a special thank you, we will feature all businesses who make a donation in our December newsletter and social media. Additionally, we will offer a free ticket to our Installation Banquet.

Thank you in advance for your generosity and support. We cherish our members and will continue to do our best to provide the highest level of service possible.

Warm regards,
The West Volusia Regional Chamber

Are you ready to paws and sip? The West Volusia Regional Chamber is excited to invite you to our upcoming Network at Night event on December 14th from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at the amazing 101 PAWS  CLAWS animal rescue facility. Get ready to enjoy some delicious drinks and appetizers while surrounded by some of the cutest and cuddliest animals around. And while you're there, don't forget to donate to this pawsome rescue and show your support for their cause. Join us at 3240 Hyder Ave., Deltona, FL. 32738 for an evening that's sure to be fur-real!

Please follow this link to register for the Cruise.  https://gotravelinc.formstack.com/forms/seastheday2024