GOOD. BETTER. VOLUSIA’S BEST.
Stand out from your competitors and increase profits - become Volusia’s Best.
The Volusia’s Best program recognizes outstanding area businesses that meet standards for excellence through
training and performance evaluation. To earn the Volusia’s Best designation, Volusia County businesses complete a
personalized training program to encourage performance excellence and continuous improvement, as well as
an annual Volusia’s Best Implementation Plan.
THE 7 KEYS to BUSINESS GROWTH
The 7 Keys is a comprehensive skill development program for business leaders designed to facilitate sustained
growth based on 7 Key best business practices. The program combines activity-based training, online learning, university
research and one-on-one professional consulting to avoid common pitfalls and help sustain a high performance level for
your company. Upon completion, your company will receive official designation as one of
Volusia’s Best and be featured in various ads and marketing materials.
Through grants, scholarships and funded resources, business owners receive proven,
expert assistance at little or no cost to their company.
The SBDC and all its programs are dedicated to helping businesses throughout Volusia County. A vibrant local
economy is critical to better schools, high-paying jobs and a better overall quality-of-life for everyone who lives here.
If your company could be performing better, contact us.
O U R PA R T N E R S
Volusia County
All Volusia County Cities
All Volusia County Chambers
Daytona State College
CareerSource
SHRM
VCARD
VMA
FICPA Volusia
Hotel & Lodging Association
Volusia County Medical Society
All Realtor Associations
Volusia Building Industry Association
The Center for Business & Industry
Volusia Bar Association
Fo r M o r e I n f o r m a t i o n
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provides the following 7 KEYS PROGRAMS.
SYSTEMS
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Successful companies do the right things at the right time. Having
efficient systems in place help maximize a company’s most valuable
assets–financial investment and human capital.
The proper implementation of Information Technology is essential to
new product development, work flow efficiency, security, improved
cost-effectiveness and data management.
The program includes:
• Project Management Essentials
• Growth Venture
• Business Model Generator
• Lean Six Sigma Training
•4 Disciplines of Execution • Global Problem Solving
• Custom Tools Tailored To Your Business
The program includes:
• Technology Transformation
• Technology Consulting
• CRM
• Custom Tools Tailored To Your Business
ENGAGED EMPLOYEES
CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
The alignment of your team with organizational goals directly affects
your degree of success. Engaged employees are motivated to do
their best work and empowered to achieve excellence.
Capital management is the cornerstone of business success.
Learn how businesses with effective capital management systems
are positioned to maximize opportunities for financing and
continued growth.
The program includes:
• Gallup Q12 Mastery
• 4 Disciplines of Execution
• Job Analysis & Behavioral Assessment
• Business Model Generator
• Custom Tools Tailored To Your Business
RELATIONSHIP BUILDING
Strong marketing relationships help your customers and stakeholders
understand the benefits and availability of your products and services
to maximize your business opportunities.
The program includes:
• 5 Disciplines of Marketing
• Marketing Plan Development • Professional Selling Skills
• Exporting Demographic
Research and Plan
• Government Contracting
• Custom Tools Tailored To Your Business
The program includes:
• Profit Mastery
• BizMiner
• ProfitCents • Connect Lending
• Custom Tools Tailored To Your Business
EXCEED EXPECTATIONS
Differentiate yourself from the competition by exceeding customer
expectations. Learn to build fierce loyalty, generate referrals, and
positively impact your company’s sales and revenue.
The program includes:
• Stellar Customer Service
• Global Classroom eLearning
• Customers for Life
• Custom Tools Tailored To Your Business
VISION & LEADERSHIP
Effective leaders are innovative, have a passion for learning,
communicate a clear vision for the company and inspire employees
to reach their full potential.
The program includes:
• CEO Exchange • Advisory Board Council
• Covey Leadership
• Exit Planning
• Custom Tools Tailored To Your Business
State Designated as Florida’s Principal Provider
of Business Assistance [ §288.001, Fla. Stat.]
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