PCF Chamber and CareerSource Launch Small Business Program!
Our 3-Phase Small Business Program will help small businesses strengthen and grow!
UPDATE (12-1-21): We have announced 13 scholarship recipients for Phase 1 and we are currently planning Phase 2 and Phase 3.
Upcoming programs
Phase 1 – “Strengthen My Business” Scholarship (Application Submission Closed)
The Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber, in collaboration with CareerSource Flagler/Volusia, have secured grant funding for 10 scholarships to help local business leaders strengthen and grow their business. These business leaders will work with consultants at the Coastal Entrepreneur and Innovation Institute to improve their business.
Click here to see the full list of scholarship recipients.
Phase 3 – Small Business Saturday Expo (2022)
We will host a Small Business Saturday Expo in 2022 at Palm Coast’s Central Park. You show up prepared to showcase your small business, we bring the public to the park.
The best part? No cost for small businesses, thanks to CareerSource Flagler/Volusia!
Phase 2 – Small Business Bootcamp
The Chamber will host a monthly “Small Business Bootcamp” session each month at Daytona State College’s Palm Coast Campus. These sessions will help educate local business leaders on best practices and the latest business trends.
All Small Business Bootcamp sessions are free thanks to grant-funding from CareerSource.
What’s Next?
Hungry for more? We need small business leaders to help us plot our next initiative. Volunteer to serve on our Small Business Council!
More small business announcements coming soon!
FLYERS & SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION (application submission closed)
Phase 1 – Scholarship Flyer
View the flyer highlighting the Strengthen My Business Scholarship Program.
Phase 1 – Scholarship Application (Applications Closed)
We have closed the application submission period and will announce the recipients soon.
Testimonials
“I’m grateful for the opportunity offered us by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity to provide resources for Flagler County. Supporting the development of our small businesses is a great investment for our community and workforce.”
Robin King, President & CEO, CareerSource Flagler-Volusia
“The Chamber knows that strengthening local businesses helps strengthen the entire community. We are excited to collaborate with CareerSource Flagler-Volusia to help Flagler County entrepreneurs and small business leaders become more successful.”
Greg Blose, President & CEO, Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce