Join us for the 2026 BOOST 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, March 12, 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 Ken Phelps at ken@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: March 27, 2026
Time: 8:45 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Cost: $5.00 (seating is limited)
10 Tips Topic: Driven to Connect: Building Relationships That Go the Distance
Presented by: Kim Short, Marketing Ambassador with Daytona Toyota
Hosted by: José Goire, Director of Facilities Operations with Florida Health Care Plans
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 Regional 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.
The next Leadership Daytona Reunion will focus on the redevelopment efforts taking place in the Daytona Beach region. These reunions keep our Leadership Daytona Alumni in the know on topics of importance across the region. Leadership Daytona Reunions are open exclusively to Leadership Daytona Alumni.
Attendees will hear from a panel of community and business leaders in a moderated discussion highlighting the efforts and impact of revitalizing key areas in the community.
The Leadership Daytona Alumni Council invites all alumni to revisit the Leadership Daytona experience and reconnect with classmates and fellow alumni at the Leadership Daytona Reunion. These events will provide an opportunity for Leadership Daytona Alumni to gather and get an update on a Leadership topic that may have been presented during your time in the program. The goal is to ensure our leaders stay connected and up to date with the latest information in our community.
Leadership Daytona Alumni who have paid their 2026 dues enjoy a discounted admission of $10. Alumni who have not yet paid their dues may register for the general admission price of $35.
To pay your Leadership Daytona Alumni dues online, click here.
For more information on the event or to verify your 2026 dues are paid, contact Ken Phelps, Vice President of Resource Development, at 386.523.3675.
Join us for Business After Hours! Bring those business cards and be ready to learn more about our host business, Popstroke!
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 Ken Phelps at ken@daytonachamber.com.
Mark your calendars for the Business Links Golf Tournament presented by Brown & Brown Insurance. This business-focused golf outing is noted for its no-gimmicks approach and fast pace of play. We know our participants don't have the time to spend a full day out on the golf course, so with a "par as your partner" format, our tournament is concluded by early afternoon. It is a great way to thank your top clients, connect with prospects, or reward your key personnel. Looking forward to another great day on the links!
This year's tournament will be played at the beautiful Plantation Bay Golf & Country Club. Enjoy unlimited range balls on the driving range to warm up, complimentary beverages on the course, plus a fabulous post-play luncheon with awards, drawing prizes, and terrific auction items.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Presenting Sponsor: Brown & Brown Insurance
Grand Slam Sponsors: Florida Health Care Plans, ICI Homes, and Volusia-Flagler Roofing
Major Sponsors: AdventHealth, Cobb Cole, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Florida Power & Light, Foundation Risk Partners, GEICO-Johnson Agency, Halifax Health, James Moore & Co., and NASCAR & Daytona International Speedway
For more information or sponsorship opportunities for the 2026 Business Links Golf Tournament, please contact Ken Phelps, Vice President of Resource Development, at ken@daytonachamber.com or 386.523.3675.
Join us for a timely and insightful Eggs & Issues membership meeting as we explore the state of healthcare in our region and across Florida. This high-level discussion will feature perspectives from representatives at AdventHealth, Florida Healthcare Plans, and Halifax Health, highlighting trends in access to care, workforce, costs, and innovation. Learn how these systems are navigating today’s challenges and what it means for employers, employees, and the future of our local economy.
For Daytona Regional Chamber members, Advance Registration is available for $25 through Thursday, May 7th. Beginning May 8th, General Admission may be purchased for $35. Remember, you must log into your member portal to access the 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 Tortugas!
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 Ken Phelps at ken@daytonachamber.com.
Providing opportunities for you to grow your business is about building space...in your profit margins, in your schedule, and in your life and the lives of your employees. Helping you build space in these areas is the goal of the Daytona Regional Chamber's Business Impact Council Symposium 2026.
This powerful, full day program will help business owners position themselves for success and maximize the value of their organizations. Participation in this event is ideal for small business owners and their leadership and management teams and other employees who have oversight and decision making responsibilities that impact the success of operations.
Check back for more details on the specific sessions being offered in this year's Symposium.
If you have a particular topic that would be valuable for you or your team, please share that information with Ken Phelps, Vice President of Resource Development, via email or by phone at 386.523.3675.
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 us for the 2026 BOOST 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.
Presenter: Joanna Sherrow, Founder/CEO, EmpowerSoft & author of Closing the Growth Gap: The D.A.B.A.O. System for Scalable Business Growth
Session Overview:
This training is designed for established, growth-stage businesses that are generating leads, running campaigns, and investing in visibility but lack the backend customer relationship management and follow-up infrastructure to support that growth.
What attendees will learn:
- Why strong marketing alone does not equal scalable growth
- Where leads and opportunities are commonly lost after the first click, call, or form
- How misalignment between marketing and CRM quietly kills conversion and retention
- The role of customer journey mapping in scaling without chaos
- What systems must exist on the backend to support front-end demand
Who this session is for:
- Businesses already investing in marketing
- Service-based and professional businesses scaling operations
- Owners who suspect they’re losing leads but don’t know where
- Leaders ready to move from reactive follow-up to structured systems
This session is practical, non-technical, and execution-focused, giving members clarity on how to connect their marketing efforts to real, trackable revenue through better systems and implementation.
Cost:
Registration:
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 the Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce BOSS Program: Business Owners Sharing Solutions. BOSS is a educational platform for the business community and promotes professional development. Topic will change for each event.....
Topic - How to Safeguard Your Business From Fraud