Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene
Grants & Funding
Allstate Main Street Boost Camp Accelerator & Grant Program
July 02, 2025
With $1.26 million in available funding, The Allstate Main Street Grants Program, presented in partnership with Hello Alice and the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) initiative is designed to invest in local businesses that power Main Streets across America.
Marketing & Strategy
A Masterclass in Disrupting an Established Industry
July 02, 2025
In the next C-Suite to Main Street U.S. Chamber of Commerce series, A Masterclass in Disrupting an Established Industry, hear from Adam Goldberg, founder of PopUp Bagels. Goldberg, a seasoned entrepreneur, is driven by a lifelong passion for food and hospitality and has made it his mission to redefine the traditional bagel experience.
Government Contracting
Learn How to Certify Your Business to Compete for Federal Contracts
July 02, 2025
Certification programs help small business owners compete for and win federal contracts. Through the Small Business Administration’s MySBA Certifications, small business owners can apply for multiple federal contracting certifications with one login and one application.
Business News & Resources
A Guide to Tax Deductions for Home-Based Businesses
July 02, 2025
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has compiled a guide that breaks down the ins and outs of the home office tax deduction, including who is eligible and how to calculate your home-based business tax break.
Economic Scene
Florida’s Business Commercial Rent Sales Tax Eliminated
July 02, 2025
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a $1.3 billion tax relief bill (House Bill 7031) on June 30, which included the complete elimination of Florida’s Business Rent Tax (BRT). The removal of the BRT will become effective on Oct. 1, 2025.
County & Municipal News
City of DeLand Launches Website to Support Local Businesses
June 25, 2025
The City of DeLand has launched a new website designed to showcase the city’s assets aimed at attracting business investment and economic opportunities.
Webinars, Workshops & Forums
Leveraging A Personal Brand to Generate Business Opportunities
June 25, 2025
In today’s competitive market, a strong personal brand is a powerful asset for business growth. This free SCORE workshop will guide entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals in crafting an authentic and compelling personal brand...
Marketing & Strategy
How to Create a ‘Biz Dev’ Strategy to Grow Your Business
June 25, 2025
Business development, colloquially known as biz dev, is a broad term that refers to a range of activities that create value for your business.
Innovation & Technology
Are A.I. Search Assistants Bypassing Your Brand?
June 25, 2025
Web search strategies to optimize brand visibility are being disrupted by Generative AI (gen AI) and large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT and Claude. As a result, tactics your business relied on to deliver “page 1” search results three years ago will no longer cut it.
Economic Scene
Faire Offering $5,000 Grant Credit to Stock Your New Retail Shop
June 25, 2025
Do you own an independent retail store that opened in 2024, or do you plan to open this year? You may qualify for the Faire Small-Business Grant.
