Mark your calendar and plan to join the Daytona Regional Chamber Ambassadors as we cut the ribbon for Volusia Recovery Alliance. This is a joint event with Port Orange South Daytona Chamber and the Hispanic Chamber of Central Florida.
Contact: Lori McMullin, Director of Business Development, at 386.523.3680 or lori@daytonachamber.com.
Mark your calendar and plan to join the Daytona Regional Chamber Ambassadors as we cut the ribbon for the Daytona Beach Area Association of Realtors.
Contact: Lori McMullin, Director of Business Development, at 386.523.3680 or lori@daytonachamber.com.
Join us for Brew & Build, a dynamic networking event designed to connect members and prospective members while providing valuable business insights. Held six times a year, each session is hosted by a board member and features a 10-minute expert-led presentation on key business topics, followed by open networking.
Event Highlights:
Date: January 30, 2026
Time: 8:45 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Cost: $5.00 (seating is limited)
10 Tips Topic: Five Generations, One Workforce: Lessons in Leadership
Presented by: Co-Founders Manny De La Vega and Kaitlin Healy, Ripple Leadership Coaching
Hosted by: Daytona Regional Chamber Board Member Johnny Svajko, CPA, with Olivari & Asociates
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow!
Contact: Lori McMullin, Director of Business Development, at 386.523.3680 or lori@daytonachamber.com.
We are thrilled to invite you to the premier business event of the year, the Daytona Regional Chamber's 106th Annual Meeting presented by Halifax Health. The Annual Meeting will take place on Monday, February 2 at the News-Journal Center.
This signature event will serve as the official business meeting kicking off the Chamber's 106th year serving the business community as well as feature the presentation of two prestigious awards, the J. Hyatt Brown Enterprise Award and the Glenn Ritchey Leadership Award.
We are excited to welcome John O'Leary, subject of the major motion picture Soul on Fire, as our featured speaker! Soul on Fire was released in theaters nationwide in October and featured a local connection as past Daytona Regional Chamber Board Chair Chris Bowler and his wife, Maja, were credited as Co-Executive Producers. The film stars Emmy and Golden Globe winner John Corbett as Denny O’Leary, John’s late father, as well as Emmy and Screen Actors Guild winner William H. Macy, who portrays the late Hall of Fame sports broadcaster Jack Buck.
Additionally, we will pass of the gavel of leadership from 2025 Chair Mike Sznapstajler, Cobb Cole to 2026 Chair Linda Dubea, FPL.
Mark your calendar and make plans to join us for an incredible evening of inspiration and celebration!
For information on sponsorships or admissions for the 106th Annual Meeting presented by Halifax Health, please contact Ken Phelps, VP of Resource Development.
Join us for Business After Hours! Bring those business cards and be ready to learn more about our host businesses Starry Night Gallery and Serra Doce!
Enhance your personal and professional network in a relaxed environment by joining other busy professionals after hours. Held monthly at Daytona Regional Chamber Member business locations, these social gatherings are focused on connecting members with each other. Local businesses open their doors to these sponsored events which feature networking, food, drinks, and prizes. Bring plenty of business cards and come ready to have fun!
Hope to see you there!
If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Solomons at lisa@daytonachamber.com.
Have you ever wanted to see how the government works or watch the fast pace of a legislative session? Volusia Days offers a unique experience that affords the Daytona Regional Chamber members and our community partners to be part of the action. Join the Daytona Regional Chamber and help us deliver our 2026 legislative priorities directly to the Volusia County Delegation during the 2026 session in Tallahassee.
Gold Sponsor
AdventHealth
Silver Sponsors
Brown & Brown
Cobb Cole
Daytona International Speedway
Ghyabi Consulting & Management
Halifax Health
NASCAR
Bronze Sponsor
AT&T
Daytona Grande
Florida Power & Light
TECO Peoples Gas
Thank you to our Advocacy Champions, AdventHealth, Charter Spectrum, Daytona Beach Area Association of Realtors, Daytona International Speedway|NASCAR, and Waste Pro.
Volusia Days Itinerary
Monday, February 23rd: 11am - 4pm
Monday, February 23rd: 5pm-7pm & Happy Hour Reception
Tuesday, February 24th: 8am - 11am
Confirmed Speakers
Speaker Designate Sam Garrison
Secretary Melanie Griffin
Secretary Alex Kelly
Insurance Commissioner Michael Yaworsky
Hotel: Aloft Tallahassee Downtown, 200 N. Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL 32301
During our two-day trip to the Florida Capital, we will hear from important Florida Department Heads and our Volusia County Delegation. You will be able to ask hard questions and hobnob with some of the most influential people in our community and State.
Please take advantage of this opportunity to represent your business, our community, and the Chamber in Tallahassee.
Program cost is $115.00. All attendees are responsible for hotel accommodations. A room block has been secured at the Aloft Tallahassee Dowtown.
For more information regarding hotel reservations or interest in sponsoring this event, please contact David Robinson, Director of Advocacy, at 386.255.7174 or david@daytonachamber.com.
Click to read our 2026 Legislative Priorities
Stay tuned for formal agenda.
Join us for the 2026 B.O.O.S.T. Your Business Training Series where you will learn from expert presenters how to give your business the leg up that you need to grow and thrive.
Demystify artificial intelligence and discover how to leverage AI tools to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and gain a competitive edge. This practical workshop cuts through the hype to deliver actionable insights on integrating AI into your business workflow.
AI Fundamentals for Business Understand what AI can (and can't) do for your business. We'll explore real-world applications across marketing, customer service, content creation, data analysis, and operations management. Learn to identify which tasks are prime candidates for AI automation and which still require the human touch.
Mastering the Art of Prompting The quality of your AI output depends entirely on the quality of your input. This session teaches you prompt engineering best practices including: how to write clear, specific instructions that get better results, techniques for refining prompts through iteration, using context and examples to guide AI responses, avoiding common prompting mistakes, and creating prompt templates for repetitive tasks.
Comprehensive AI Tools Review Get an honest comparison of today's leading business AI platforms.
For each platform, we'll cover: pricing structures from free tiers to enterprise solutions, ROI considerations and cost-benefit analysis, strengths and limitations for different business sizes, learning curve and ease of use, data privacy and security implications, integration capabilities with existing tools, and best use cases for different business types and industries.
Implementation Strategy Learn how to introduce AI into your business without overwhelming your team. We'll discuss change management, training considerations, measuring AI impact on productivity, building sustainable AI-powered workflows, and creating a technology stack that works together seamlessly.
Business owners curious about AI but unsure where to start, marketing and operations teams looking to increase efficiency, professionals wanting to stay competitive in an AI-driven marketplace, anyone overwhelmed by AI options who needs clear guidance on what tools actually deliver value, and teams ready to transform their workflows with practical AI solutions.
Leave with a personalized AI adoption roadmap, a comparison matrix of tools suited to your business needs, and the confidence to implement AI solutions that deliver measurable results
Cost:
Active Members of the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce: $10.00
Future Members: $15.00
Registration is required for this event. Active members of the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce can register at the discounted rate of $10.00, while future members can secure their spot for $15.00. Limited seats available.
Join us for our Eggs & Issues Membership Meeting as we bring our business community together for an important conversation on public safety and economic vitality.
On Thursday, January 8, from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. at the Halifax River Yacht Club, the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce welcomes Volusia County Sheriff Michael Chitwood & Daytona Beach Police Chief Jakari Young for a timely and impactful discussion:
“Community Safety & Business Prosperity: Strengthening Partnerships to Support Volusia County's Growth.”
Our business community greatly values both Sheriff Chitwood's & Chief Young’s leadership in promoting a safe, vibrant environment for commerce, residents, and visitors. This session will provide members with key insights into:
• Current public safety initiatives supporting economic vitality
• Collaborative efforts with businesses and community stakeholders
• Strategies to enhance quality of life, tourism readiness, and workforce safety
• Ongoing priorities and opportunities for business-sector partnership
Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with one of our region’s most trusted leaders and kick off the new year with meaningful dialogue and strengthened community connection.
Presenting Sponsors
AdventHealth
Thank you to our Advocacy Champions, AdventHealth, Charter Spectrum, Daytona Beach Area Association of Realtors, Daytona International Speedway|NASCAR, and Waste Pro.
For Daytona Regional Chamber members, Advance Registration is available for $25 through Friday, January 2nd. Beginning January 3rd, General Admission may be purchased for $35. Please remember to log into your member portal to access discounted member pricing.
For future members, registration is $70 regardless of registration date.
For assistance with registration, please contact David Robinson, Director of Advocacy, at 386.255.7174.
Join us for Business After Hours! Bring those business cards and be ready to learn more about our host business, Daytona Lagoon!
Enhance your personal and professional network in a relaxed environment by joining other busy professionals after hours. Held monthly at Daytona Regional Chamber Member business locations, these social gatherings are focused on connecting members with each other. Local businesses open their doors to these sponsored events which feature networking, food, drinks, and prizes. Bring plenty of business cards and come ready to have fun!
Hope to see you there!
If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Solomons at lisa@daytonachamber.com.
Join us for Brew & Build, a dynamic networking event designed to connect members and prospective members while providing valuable business insights. Held six times a year, each session is hosted by a board member and features a 10-minute expert-led presentation on key business topics, followed by open networking.
Event Highlights:
Date: January 30, 2026
Time: 8:45 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Cost: $5.00 (seating is limited)
10 Tips Topic: TBD
Presented by: TBD
Hosted by: TBD
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow!
Contact: Lori McMullin, Director of Business Development, at 386.523.3680 or lori@daytonachamber.com.
If you are a new member of the Daytona Regionl Chamber or just want to better understand how to maximize your membership, make plans to join us for the free New Member Orientation!
Topics:
*Advcocacy in Action
*Member Portal Deep Dive
*Ways to Get Engaged that Matter to YOU
*Online Membership Directory: Members Supporting Members
*AND More!
You'll meet other new members, get a tour of the building, and get to know the Chamber staff. Don't miss this opportunity to maximize your membership and learn how we are building a stronger business community...TOGETHER!
Contact: Kelly Amy, Director of Membership Engagement & Communications, at kelly@daytonachamber.com or 386.229.5759.
Join the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce in welcoming back our legislative delegation. Hear directly from our delegation on how the Daytona Regional Chamber's 2026 legislative priorities were addressed during the session. Learn what really happened during session and why specific bills passed, and why some didn't. You'll have the opportunity to submit questions for your State Representative or Senator on issues impacting you, your business, or our community.
Invited Volusia County Delegation
Senator Tom Leek
Senator Tom Wright
Representative Webster Barnaby
Representative Richard Gentry
Representative Bill Partington
Representative Chase Tramont
Presenting Sponsor
AdventHealth
House Sponsors
Acies Renovations
Brown & Brown
Halifax Health
UCF Daytona Beach
Thank you to our Advocacy Champions, AdventHealth, Charter Spectrum, Daytona Beach Area Association of Realtors, Daytona International Speedway|NASCAR, and Waste Pro.
For Daytona Regional Chamber members, Advance Registration is available for $25 through Thursday, April 2nd. Beginning Friday, April 3rd, General Admission may be purchased for $30. Remember, you must log into your member portal to access the discounted member pricing.
For future members, registration is $50 regardless of registration date.
For assistance with registration, please contact David Robinson, Director of Advocacy, at 386.255.7174.
