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.

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