Resource Directory
LOCAL RESOURCES
GROW YOUR BUSINESS
There are many resources out there waiting to hear from you. What are you waiting for? Discover the many options available below.
The resources listed here contain links to third party websites not owned or operated by the County of Volusia. These external links are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute endorsements by the County.
Deltona Business Licensing
The Deltona Business Licensing Office is your source for obtaining your City of Deltona business tax receipt and other guidance regarding doing business in the community.
- Licensing & Registration
Deltona Economic Development Office
Being in business is about making money and showing profits. It is also about maintaining an entrepreneurial zeal to meet the market need and achieve significant results. The City of Deltona is anxious to assist new businesses to assure their successful location in Deltona. Starting a new business requires a major commitment of time, energy, and capital. You will also be required to obtain a business license, and other required zoning, planning, and building permits depending on the nature of your business. Most important to your success is the development of a business plan, which describes how your business will be managed and operated.
- Grants & Incentives
- Licensing & Registration
- Regulatory Compliance
Department of Business & Professional Regulation (DBPR)
DBPR is the agency charged with licensing and regulating more than 1.4 million businesses and professionals in the State of Florida, such as alcohol, beverage & tobacco, barbers/cosmetologists, condominiums, spas, hotels and restaurants and more.
- Disaster Preparation and Recovery
- Licensing & Registration
Edgewater Economic Development Office
The City of Edgewater strives to enhance the quality of life for its residents by providing assistance for local businesses to grow and prosper and by recruiting businesses to locate in the City of Edgewater.
- Business Planning
- Disaster Preparation and Recovery
- Public Policy & Government Relations
Edgewater Finance Department
The City of Edgewater strives to enhance the quality of life for its residents by providing assistance for local businesses to grow and prosper and by recruiting businesses to locate in the City of Edgewater.
- Business Planning
- Licensing & Registration
- Regulatory Compliance
ERAU Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
The Embry‑Riddle Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship educates and connects entrepreneurs seeking to establish and grow high-value, high-growth companies. We integrate knowledge in aeronautics, aerospace, and adjacent technologies with business acumen to build world-class companies. The center serves the students of ERAU by providing access to expertise and talent for entrepreneurially minded companies.
- Coaching & Mentoring
- Networking
- Research & Development
ERAU MicaPlex
The MicaPlex presents a unique collaborative opportunity for business and the university community to develop, refine and bring new products and technological services to market.
- Business Planning
- Coaching & Mentoring
- Incubators
Florida APEX Accelerator
Interested in doing business with the government? Helping businesses understand and win government contracts is an essential service of the Florida APEX Accelerator (formerly Florida Procurement Technical Assistance Center – PTAC). The Florida APEX Accelerator helps Florida-based businesses identify, compete for, and win government contracts.
- Government Contracting
Florida Department of Commerce
FloridaCommerce works across the state to support Florida’s economy, robust and talented workforce and our local communities. Florida Commerce is dedicated to making a stronger and more resilient Florida, so our businesses, communities and workforce are better prepared to withstand future economic slowdowns and natural disasters.
- Disaster Preparation and Recovery
- Grants & Incentives
- Workforce
Florida Department of Revenue
The Florida Department of Revenue (DOR) administers over 30 taxes and fees which are used to fund state and local government services for Floridians. You will have to determine which taxes apply to your business type and activity. A tax accountant or attorney can help you navigate this process.
- Disaster Preparation and Recovery
- Taxes
Resource Directory
Local Resources To
Grow Your Business
There are many resources out there waiting to hear from you. What are you waiting for? Discover the many options available below.
The resources listed here contain links to third party websites not owned or operated by the County of Volusia. These external links are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute endorsements by the County.
Team Volusia Economic Development Corporation
Team Volusia Economic Development Corporation (TVEDC), through tremendous commitment and partnerships, works on strategic Volusia County economic development activities and business recruitment initiatives.
- Commercial & Industrial Property
- Marketing
- Networking
The Florida High Tech Corridor
Led by the presidents of UCF, USF and UF, The Florida High Tech Corridor leverages a unique perspective and the strengths of our world-class research institutions to accelerate regional economic development through innovation, research and development grants, support and by cultivating talent.
- Coaching & Mentoring
- Funding
- Incubators
Urban Chamber of Commerce of Volusia and Flagler Counties
The Urban Chamber of Commerce of Volusia and Flagler Counties is a 501(c)(6) hub for minority owned business to meet and share valuable resources. The Urban Chamber of Commerce is organized to advance the general welfare and prosperity of the Volusia/Flagler County area so that its citizens and all areas of its business community shall prosper.
- Minority- Women- Veteran- Owned Businesses
- Networking
- Professional Development & Learning
Vision & Heels
Vision & Heels is a women-first coworking space in the heart of Downtown Deland. We designed our space to inspire with a mix of relaxed seating, benched areas, private offices, and conference rooms to help you do your best work. Vision & Heels hosts many events to bring the community together and help facilitate your network. Inquire today to see how Vision & Heels can help you do your best work!
- Networking
- Workspace
Volusia County Division of Corrections Re-Entry Program
The Volusia County Division of Corrections (VCDC) Re-entry program is committed to readying individuals to be released from its facilities with personal growth and employment opportunities. Volusia County Division of Economic Development has been working with VCDC to connect employers with program participants as they re-enter the workforce.
- Workforce
Volusia County Division of Economic Development
Volusia County Economic Development (VCED) is the division of Volusia County government that assists business owners and works collaboratively with local stakeholders. VCED provides assistance at no cost to businesses with the desire and potential for growth providing guidance and assistance to start-up, second stage, and maturing businesses within Volusia County.
- Business Assessments
- Grants & Incentives
- Importing/Exporting
Volusia County Emergency Management
The mission of Volusia Emergency Management is to provide a comprehensive and integrated emergency management system that coordinates community resources to protect lives, property, and the environment through preparedness, prevention, response, recovery and mitigation from all natural and man-made hazards that may impact the County of Volusia.
- Disaster Preparation and Recovery
Volusia County Industrial Development Authority
If traditional financing is not an option, or you are interested in learning about an alternative source of funding for your capital project, you may want to consider a bond. The Volusia County Industrial Development Authority (IDA) was created for the purpose of reviewing and processing commercial/industrial projects submitted for tax-free revenue bond financing and re-financing as defined by, and in the manner provided by, the Florida Industrial Development Financing Act and by Sections 159.44-159.53 of Chapter 159 of the Florida Statutes.
- Funding
Volusia Innovation Hub
Volusia County has ushered in a new era of economic development with the launch of the Volusia Innovation Hub powered by Volusia County Government, a transformative initiative designed to become the region’s premier destination for entrepreneurship, innovation, and business growth. The Hub supports startups to mid-size businesses in Volusia County by providing education, resources, and support through mentoring and research while fostering relationships in the business community and our local university system.
- Business Planning
- Coaching & Mentoring
- Incubators
Volusia Manufacturers Association
The Volusia Manufacturers Association, commonly known as the VMA, serves to provide the local manufacturing community with educational opportunities, information, and a network of resources designed to ensure business success.
- Networking
- Professional Development & Learning
- Public Policy & Government Relations