DeLand & Greater West Volusia Chamber of Commerce

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day!

Today we recognize the hard work and dedication of the employees, entrepreneurs, and business owners who keep our community moving forward. Thank you to everyone who shows up, works hard, serves others, and contributes to the strength of our local economy!

Reminder: Our Chamber office & Office Octane are closed today in observance of the holiday. We’ll be back to our normal office hours tomorrow.

09/04/2026

A reminder to our members and business community that the Chamber office & Office Octane will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.

We will resume our normal office hours on Tuesday, September 8.

Thank you, and we hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!

09/03/2026

That’s a wrap on the YPWest Pickleball Social! 🏓

Thank you to everyone who came out, picked up a paddle, and spent the evening connecting with fellow young professionals. It was great to see new faces, friendly competition, and plenty of time to network off the court.

A special thank you to RallyWell Pickleball and Wellness Club for being such a great host and helping us put together a fun evening for YP West - Young Professionals of West Volusia!

And of course, thank you to our sponsors, Volusia Young Professionals Group, DeLand KIA & Daytona TOYOTA, for supporting YPWest and making events like this possible.

We’ll see you at the next one!

09/03/2026

Join the DeLand & Greater West Volusia Chamber of Commerce for its State of the City Series: Orange City for an informative and engaging morning featuring a keynote address by Mayor Kelli Marks.

This annual event provides community members and business leaders with valuable updates on city initiatives, upcoming projects, and Orange City’s strategic vision for the future. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow community members, hear directly from city leadership, and stay informed about Orange City’s progress and priorities.

📅 Date: Sept. 10
⏰ Time: 8-9:30 a.m.
📍 Location: John Knox Village of Central Florida, Orange City

Admission is free, but reservations are required, as seating is limited. Register at https://www.chamberorganizer.com/members/evr/reg_event.php?evid=103044829&orgcode=DELA

09/02/2026

09/01/2026

Celebrating Wellness in West Volusia!

What a wonderful morning celebrating the businesses and organizations making a difference in the well-being of our West Volusia community at the West Volusia Wellness Initiative Pink Diamond Provider Awards! 💗

The Pink Diamond Awards recognize Wellness providers who are helping our community thrive across the many dimensions of wellness. Winners are determined by the engagement their Chamber Business Catalog listings received over the past 12 months—making these awards a true reflection of our community’s support and interest.

A big congratulations to our 2026 Pink Diamond Award winners! 🏆💎

Physical Wellness: Pure Bliss DeLand
Social Wellness: African American Museum of the Arts - Deland, Florida
Emotional Wellness: The House Next Door
Intellectual Wellness: Daytona State College
Occupational Wellness: CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia
Environmental Wellness: HTD Cleaning Services
Tourism/Entertainment Wellness: Volusia County Fair Association Inc
Financial Wellness: Florida Credit Union
Spiritual Wellness: The Salvation Army of West Volusia County

Thank you to all of our wellness providers for the work you do every day to support a healthier, stronger West Volusia. And thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate these incredible organizations!

Congratulations to all of our winners! 💎✨

A special thank you to our Wellness Partners for investing in the wellness of our community!
💗 PRESENTING LEVEL:
AdventHealth
Family Health Source
Halifax Health UF Health - Medical Center of Deltona
The West Volusia Beacon

💗 INSPIRATION LEVEL:
Alliance Community for Retirement Living

💗 ADVOCATE LEVEL:
Arya at DeBary
BakeChop Events
HCA Florida West Volusia Emergency

💗 SUPPORTER LEVEL
Diana Health

Thank you to BakeChop Events for the delicious breakfast & to Lucy Ward Photo for capturing the morning!

08/27/2026

That’s a wrap on Talent 2026: Workforce Development Summit!

Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning at The Center at Deltona for an important conversation about building a stronger, more skilled workforce in West Volusia.

Our panel of leaders from business, education, and workforce development shared valuable insights on internships, career and technical education, upskilling, apprenticeships, and creating stronger connections between talent and opportunity.

A special thank you to our panelists for sharing their expertise and perspectives:
Marnie Harris - AdventHealth Fish Memorial
Anthony Franklin - Sparton
Dr. Kristin Pierce - Volusia County Schools
Marc Thompson - CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia

A big thank you to Michael Scheck of Daytona State College for being such a great moderator and keeping the conversation flowing.

And thank you to our incredible sponsors for helping make this event possible! Your investment in workforce development helps create opportunities for businesses and our future workforce.

DIAMOND: AdventHealth
PLATINUM: Halifax Health UF Health - Medical Center of Deltona, Sparton
GOLD: BakeChop Events
BRONZE: DaVita

Lastly, thank you to everyone who participated, asked questions, and contributed to the conversation. When business, education, and community leaders work together, we create a stronger workforce and a stronger West Volusia.

08/26/2026

Do you have employees? Are you hiring, planning for growth, or looking for ways to build a stronger workforce? Join us tomorrow, Thursday, August 27, for a panel discussion bringing together leaders from business, education, and workforce development.

🎤 Meet our panelists:
• Marnie Harris, Chief Nursing Officer, AdventHealth Fish Memorial
• Anthony Franklin, HR Manager, Sparton
• Michael Scheck, Director for the Center of Business and Industry, Daytona State College
• Dr. Kristin Pierce, Director of Workforce Innovation, Volusia County Schools
• Marc Thompson, Deputy Director of Workforce Operations & Partnership, CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia

🏆 Thank you to our sponsors! 🏆

DIAMOND:
AdventHealth

PLATINUM:
Sparton
Halifax Health UF Health - Medical Center of Deltona

GOLD:
BakeChop Events

BRONZE:
DaVita