Volusia Business Resources

10/30/2026

💰Small Business Grant Alert!

The Spectrum Reach Pay It Forward Grant program provides small business owners with marketing resources and tools to expand their brand, connect with new audiences and achieve lasting success. Grant recipients will receive a complimentary advertising schedule and a free 30-second commercial, as well as support from local media experts, on-demand educational resources, and opportunities to network with like-minded entrepreneurs and more.

⏰The application deadline is 12/31/26. Learn more at https://spectrumreachpayitforward.com/

10/28/2026

📲How to Choose the Best E-Commerce Platform for Your Business

When choosing an e-commerce platform for your business, you’ll find a wide range of options with different features, pricing, and capabilities. The right platform can simplify how you manage sales, inventory, marketing, and customer service, both now and as your business grows.

Read this guide from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce that explains how e-commerce platforms work, which features and costs to compare, and how to select the best fit for your business at

Comparing features, pricing, integrations, and scalability can help you select an e-commerce platform that supports both current needs and future growth.

10/27/2026

AI is changing how buyers identify and evaluate suppliers. Instead of starting with a traditional web search, more buyers are turning to tools such as ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, and Gemini to research products, compare companies, and identify potential suppliers.

As part of , the US Commercial Service invites U.S. manufacturers to a practical webinar on how AI search is reshaping the B2B buyer journey and what companies can do to improve their visibility with buyers in the United States and around the world.

Your next international buyer may never visit your website directly; instead they may use an AI tool to recommend suppliers. Will your company make the shortlist?

📅 Date: Oct. 29

⏰ Time: 1 to 2:15 p.m.

Register to attend at

Join the U.S. Commercial Service for a practical webinar exploring how artificial intelligence is changing the way companies are discovered online. Learn how AI-powered search tools are influencing the buyer journey, what this means for manufacturers, and practical steps companies can take to streng...

10/27/2026

🛡 Cyber threats are getting faster and smarter. New and evolving technology, such as , is accelerating the rate at which hackers can find and take advantage of weak spots in our computer software and systems. These threats and weaknesses can put your business, the country and economy at risk.

and Infrastructure Security Agency's theme this year is Securing the Next 250, highlighting the need for everyone to play their part in strengthening the country's infrastructure against cyber threats.

During this Cybersecurity Awareness Month, commit to having better cybersecurity in your organization to protect customers, communities and critical infrastructure. Find information, tips, and resources for your business and/or government organization at https://www.cisa.gov/cybersecurity-awareness-month

10/26/2026

Learn to apply for a trademark and protect it!

Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur interested in learning about trademarks and how to apply for a federal registration? The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) is hosting an eight-part virtual trademark basics boot camp. In this fourth module, the focus is on the requirements for an initial trademark application. Knowing what is needed up front will help your filing process go smoothly.

This module will cover the following topics:

🔸 Trademark basics

🔸 Drawings

🔸 Identifications of goods and services

🔸 Filing bases

🔸 Specimens and ornamentation

🔸 Finding help

This module will be presented live via Webex from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 27 and will conclude with a question-and-answer session.

The event is free, but space is limited. Register by Oct. 26 at

This event is a must for any small business or new entrepreneur learning to navigate trademarks for the first time. In this module, we'll focus on the requirements for an initial trademark application.

10/23/2026

🎯💰Want to find new leads to grow your business? Attend the next Acuity Business Pass seminar and get an overview of Data Axle, a free database resource available with your Volusia County Library Card.

The seminar, offered at no cost, is hosted by the Volusia County Division of Economic Development and Volusia County Public Library.

Participants will learn how to:
✔️ Discover new consumers, demographics & customer preferences
✔️ Target new residents, prospective suppliers & key business contacts
✔️ Perform market research, find community demographics and local competitors

📅 Date: Nov. 4
⏰ Time: 3:30 to 5 p.m.
📍Volusia Innovation Hub, 601 Innovation Way, Daytona Beach

Register to attend this seminar, offered at no charge, at

Discover Data Axle's Free Database of Consumer & Business Data & Demographics

10/20/2026

🤖🤖The VMA Robot Brawl is a hands-on student robotics competition that brings schools, manufacturers, families, volunteers, and community partners together for a high-energy day of STEM, teamwork, problem-solving, and manufacturing career exposure.

This event helps students access mentoring, make a real-world connection to local manufacturing careers, build confidence, develop creativity, sportsmanship, and future workforce interest across our region. Come join the fun and grab your spectator seat for the Brawl.

📅Date: Oct. 24

⏰ Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

📍 Location: Jackie Robinson Ballpark, 105 E. Orange Ave, Daytona Beach FL 32114

Register to attend at: https://vmaonline.com/ #/upcoming_events?eventId=8Kmk19axSZXoJrsEPmhG&pastEvent=false

10/20/2026

Join the DeLand & Greater West Volusia Chamber of Commerce for its State of the City Series: Deltona for an informative and engaging morning featuring a keynote address by Mayor Santiago Avila, Jr.

This annual event provides community members and business leaders with valuable updates on city initiatives, upcoming projects, and Deltona’s strategic vision for the future. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow community members, hear directly from city leadership, and stay informed about Deltona’s progress and priorities.

📅 Date: Oct. 22
⏰ Time: 8-9:30 a.m.
📍 Location: The Center at Deltona, 1640 Dr. M.L.K. Blvd.

Admission is free, but reservations are required, as seating is limited. Register at https://www.chamberorganizer.com/members/evr/reg_event.php?evid=103044829&orgcode=DELA

10/19/2026

💰📊Managing cash flow in an early-stage business can feel like walking a tight rope, especially if you’re trying to manage the situation without the additional cost of expensive business software.

Fortunately, some software providers have recognized the need and now offer basic versions of their bookkeeping software without monthly subscriptions.

Learn about these free options at:

Discover the best free business software for accounting, CRM, payroll, HR, marketing, scheduling, design, video meetings, and more.

10/16/2026

™® ℹ️Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur interested in learning about trademarks and how to apply for a federal registration?

The U.S. Patent & Trademark Office’s (USPTO) is hosting an eight-part virtual trademark basics boot camp. In this third module, the focus is on important principles related to federal trademark clearance searching and effective use of the USPTO’s trademark database.

This module will cover the following topics:
🔹Trademark basics
🔹Likelihood of confusion
🔹Federal trademark searching
🔹Finding help

This module will be presented live via Webex from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 20 and will conclude with a question-and-answer session.

The event is free, but space is limited. Register by Oct. 19 at

This event is a must for any small business or new entrepreneur learning to navigate trademarks for the first time. In this module, we’ll cover important principles related to searching the USPTO's trademark database.