Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene
Economic Scene
Forecast: State’s Economy is Strong, but Some Bumps in Road Ahead
June 10, 2025
As covered by FloridaPolitics, Florida’s economy is on solid footing and projected growth over the next five years seems promising, but net migration to Florida will begin to slow, according to the latest economic forecast from Florida TaxWatch. The 2024 to 2030 outlook projects some promising figures, but there are also cautionary signs in the detailed analysis.
Grants & Funding
Nominate a Small Business Hero for a $20,000 Grant
June 10, 2025
Intuit has announced an expansion of its Small Business Hero Day program into a year-long initiative called the Intuit QuickBooks and Mailchimp Small Business Hero Program. The program will assist small business heroes across the U.S. by spotlighting three winners each quarter who have made a positive impact in their community, while demonstrating courage, perseverance, and integrity.
Entrepreneur Resources
MySBA Free Learning Platform for Entrepreneurs
June 10, 2025
Whether you’re thinking about launching your first venture or ready to scale your existing enterprise, the Small Business Administration can help with its free MySBA Learning Platform
Economic Scene
GrowFL Accepting Florida Companies to Watch Applications
June 10, 2025
Are you a second-stage company in Florida with a story of remarkable growth and innovation? GrowFL has announced that applications are now open for the 15th Annual GrowFL Florida Companies to Watch awards program.
Workforce Updates
Gen Z and Millennials: Growth and the Pursuit of Money, Meaning, and Well-Being
June 04, 2025
Projected to make up 74% of the global workforce by 2030, Gen Z and millennials are a defining force. It is important for businesses to understand what matters to these generations.
Housing & Real Estate
VCARD Real Estate Forum 2025
June 04, 2025
Join VCARD, the Daytona Beach Board of Realtors and the Daytona Regional Chamber for the Annual Real Estate Values Forum
Export Resources
Go Global - Federal Resources for Your Export Success
June 04, 2025
Learn how to unlock international growth using powerful EXIM (Export-Import Bank of the U.S.), Small Business Administration (SBA), and U.S. Commercial Service tools.
Grants & Funding
WomensNet Grant Opportunity for Women-Owned Business Support Firms
June 04, 2025
Are you a woman-owned ‘business support’ firm? WomensNet is offering its monthly business specific $10,000 grant for providers of business support services such as lawyers, accountants, bookkeepers, customer service providers, consulting services and cleaning services
Events, Expos & Trade Shows
Connect with Buyers at Medical Fair Thailand
May 29, 2025
Medical Fair Thailand is the premier medical and healthcare exhibition in Southeast Asia. In 2023, the event welcomed 10,048 international visitors from 74 countries and regions, along with 800 exhibitors from 40 countries and regions. This trade show offers a comprehensive showcase of cutting-edge equipment and supplies across the hospital, diagnostic, pharmaceutical, medical, and rehabilitation sectors.
Webinars, Workshops & Forums
SBDC Presents How to Start, Grow and Thrive in Business
May 29, 2025
Join the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Daytona State College for an informative in-person seminar designed to provide entrepreneurs with an overview of the foundational knowledge needed to start, grow, and thrive in business.
