Even the most beloved career might not last forever. When the curtain came down on their original choices, these Volusia County residents decided it was time to open their career’s Second Act.Read More
Until the early 1990s, Daytona Beach was primarily known around the world for its massive motor racing footprint - thanks to the presence of Daytona International Speedway and NASCAR’s headquarters - and its white sandy beaches that provided a perfect setting for college students to gather for spring break.Read More
Today’s higher education conversations often center on “access.” With the recognition that most contemporary careers require a college education comes the responsibility for institutions to provide that education to a rapidly diversified population. Read More
How do we stay ahead of the game? How do we continue to diversify our economic drivers? Even as the economy continues its upward trend, these are the questions on the minds of economic development teams in Volusia County and across the nation.Read More
The Department of Labor (DOL) reports that one of the largest market segments in the U.S. is not a particular race, gender or age group, but people with disabilities – some 56 million.Read More
For minority-owned businesses, there is no better time than the present. According to the National Minority Supplier Diversity Council (NMSDC), which certifies Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) in the U.S., MBEs (defined as businesses with at least 51 percent ownership by Asian-Indian, Asian-Pacific, Black, Hispanic or Native American U.S. citizens) employ 2.25 million people directly and indirectly, and have a total economic impact of $400 billion. Read More
Over the past year, die-hard fans have lost their minds in anticipation of the premiere of the movie Black Panther.Read More
Before you can discuss diversity and inclusion and why there needs to be intentional emphasis in this area, let’s clarify the difference.Read More
A sport dominated by white men for decades, stock car racing is seeing a surge in talented minority racers, including a new crop of women. Read More