News & Stories
June 26, 2025
Volusia County Launches Game-Changing Business Innovation Hub to Accelerate Entrepreneurship and Economic Growth
Volusia County is ushering in a new era of economic development with the launch of the Volusia Business Innovation Hub, a transformative initiative designed to become the region’s premier destination for entrepreneurship, innovation, and business growth.
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From Startup to Sunglass Empire: Learn the Secrets of Business Funding Success
May 29, 2025
What's the difference between a brilliant business idea and a thriving company? Often, it's access to capital. Discover how to bridge that critical gap at the Volusia Business Resources Funding Readiness Workshop from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, at the Brannon Center, 105 S. Riverside Drive, New Smyrna Beach.
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Volusia County Economic Development 1st Quarter 2025 Report Available
May 28, 2025
The report highlights the impact of the aviation and aerospace industry at the national, state and local levels.
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Tune in to the May "Q" Breakfast
May 14, 2025
Tune in live at 8 a.m. on May 16 for the Volusia County Economic Development “Q” Breakfast featuring the topic "The Future Takes Flight in Volusia."
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Hurricane Preparedness for Business
May 07, 2025
Hurricane season officially starts June 1, 2025. Planning ahead for a disaster can save business owners thousands of dollars in lost revenue due to structural damage, content damage, interruption of operations and employee displacement. Did you know that 25% of businesses don't reopen their doors post-disaster? We encourage all business owners to prepare their business for the season with the Volusia Prepares Business program checklist.
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Volusia County Realigns Business Incubator to Expand Support for Local Businesses, Startups, and Innovators
May 02, 2025
With the goal of serving the broader needs of the local business community and tailoring services to meet its evolving needs, the Volusia County Council voted to transition management of Volusia County's Business Incubator from the University of Central Florida (UCF) to the County's Economic Development Division on April 15.
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Beyond Bounds Wins Volusia Innovation Challenge
April 02, 2025
Online game development company Beyond Bounds Studios won first place in the 2025 Volusia Innovation Pitch Competition and Innovation Challenge at the Ocean Center on March 27.
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Volusia County Economic Development 4th Quarter 2024 Report Available
February 24, 2025
The Volusia County Economic Development “Q Book” quarterly report for the fourth quarter of 2024 is now available.
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Tune in to the February "Q" Breakfast
February 03, 2025
Tune in live at 8 a.m. on Feb. 14 for the Volusia County Economic Development “Q” Breakfast featuring a panel discussion on "Hidden Successes: Uncovering the Innovators Driving Growth in Volusia County."
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Aspiring Entrepreneurs Encouraged to Apply for the 2025 Volusia Innovation Challenge
January 08, 2025
Applications are now being accepted for the 2025 Volusia Innovation Challenge, offering an opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs, innovators, and small business owners to pitch their business product/concept.
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