The African American Entrepreneurs Association was formed to promote economic development through entrepreneurship within the African American community through education, mentoring, workshops, inspirational events and micro-financing. AAEA members and partners include a wide range of organizations that provide capital and services to assist entrepreneurs in creating and expanding their businesses.

In the College of Business and Entrepreneurship, provides opportunities to develop into a strong business professional – with a holistic combination of business knowledge, value-creating skills, professional development and ethics. Through the professional development programs, MUST and Start It UP participants gain the skills to stand out with employers and succeed in the business world.

The Daytona Beach Economic & Community Development Office encourages economic development in Daytona Beach by retaining and facilitating the expansion of existing businesses, attracting new viable businesses to the area and fostering the development of complementary business clusters.

Making People Your Competitive Advantage! The Center for Business & Industry was created to address the learning requirements of a broad spectrum of people and professionals. The Center helps individuals and organizations reach their highest potential offering programs designed with both the individual and the company in mind. Let us help you and your organization on the path to success. Courses and services can be customized and delivered at any location. The Center for Business & Industry offers short term training, conferences, seminars, customized training services and technical assistance to better prepare organizations and workers to compete and thrive in emerging global markets.

SCORE Volusia/Flagler is dedicated to helping small businesses launch, grow and achieve their goals through education and mentorship. With the support of volunteers, sponsors and the SBA, SCORE is able to provide counselling, seminars, tools, templates and tips without charge to small businesses.

The Volusia County SBDC helps entrepreneurs and businesses launch, grow, and succeed. Our services include confidential business consulting, business planning, industry & market research, sales & marketing guidance, financial analysis, capital & funding acquisition, government contracting, and much more.

The Volusia County Division of Economic Development assists business owners and works collaboratively with local stakeholders. We provide assistance at no cost to businesses with the desire and potential for growth within Volusia County. The Volusia County Economic Development Office provides guidance and assistance to start-up, second-stage, and maturing

Volusia County Business Incubator is a 9,600 square-foot facility located at Daytona Beach International Airport. It facilitates smarter, faster startup and growth of emerging companies with exceptional facilities, mentoring and more.