Volusia County’s Corrections and Economic Development divisions are spearheading the Workforce Re-entry Program, an initiative that supports local workforce development and significantly contributes to reducing recidivism. This program prepares individuals exiting county corrections facilities for immediate employment by equipping them with essential technical skills, industry certifications, and personal development coaching. Why Partner with the Program? […]Read More
Did you know that 40% of businesses never reopen their doors post-disaster? Volusia County Economic Development encourages all business owners to prepare their operations for the upcoming 2024 hurricane season that starts on June 1 with the Volusia Prepares Business program checklist. The comprehensive Volusia Prepares Business checklist includes essential protective measures to help your […]Read More
Have you ever driven by a vacant lot and wondered what could be built there? We’re often curious about land development because it shapes our day-to-day lives, neighborhood vitality, and economic prosperity. In addition, businesses pursuing expansion or relocation and the economic practitioners assisting them benefit from mapping tools to address zoning and land use […]Read More
With approval from the Volusia County Council, the Volusia County Division of Economic Development will administer a new job creation program. The Grow Volusia Business Program (GVBP) is a 100% performance-based tool available to new and existing businesses in Volusia County. The business support program enables quality employment opportunities by incentivizing job creation. The number […]Read More
The Volusia County Council gave seven thumbs up to Lou Paris during its Feb. 20 meeting, approving him as the county’s new director of economic development. “I’m deeply impressed with Lou’s professional experience and accomplishments leading business and economic development activities in Florida,” County Manager George Recktenwald told County Council members. “He brings strong talent […]Read More
Presenting pertinent and timely information about the local and regional economy is a core service of Volusia County Economic Development. This information comes in many forms, including the “Q” quarterly economic update report, which contains valuable key performance metrics (KPIs) on the health of the Volusia County community. Each quarter, these reports are highlighted during […]Read More
Economic progress thrives on teamwork, necessitating the engagement of diverse stakeholders to execute successful projects and fulfill a community’s long-term growth vision. Yet, the journey of business ownership is often complex, with entrepreneurs facing challenges in navigating local, state, and governmental guidelines. Many require assistance in securing ideal real estate, adhering to regulatory frameworks, sourcing […]Read More
What if you had a tool that could provide comprehensive business intelligence and market analysis designed to help your business? SizeUp is a robust business analytics tool developed to support small and medium-sized business owners, in a variety of stages, make strategic decisions to grow their business. SizeUp includes information on thousands of industries. To […]Read More
Exports are a central part of America’s economic growth. According the Small Business Administration (SBA), 97% of all exporters are small businesses and more than two-thirds of exporters have fewer than 20 employees. Every day more small businesses are joining mega-companies by entering into the global market buying offshore suppliers and selling products directly to […]Read More
Volusia County’s Division of Economic Development, in conjunction with CareerSource Flagler Volusia, is launching a revolutionary new workforce system resource that will reshape the local employment landscape by objectively connecting qualified talent with available job openings. WorkLocal, a new career advancement platform and mobile app, is designed for candidates to share their unique career goals […]Read More
