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THE ROAD AHEAD 2013

THE ROAD AHEAD 2013. Review the Chamber’ s strategic priorities Share baseline findings from 2012 Economic Development Community Survey Solicit feedback and ask for assistance with next steps. Why We’re Here. The Chamber’s Strategic Priorities for 2013/2014.

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THE ROAD AHEAD 2013

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  1. THE ROAD AHEAD2013

  2. Review the Chamber’s strategic priorities Share baseline findings from 2012 Economic Development Community Survey Solicit feedback and ask for assistance with next steps Why We’re Here

  3. The Chamber’s Strategic Priorities for 2013/2014

  4. Expand community knowledge around economic development Identify & pursue ways to outreach to minority, women-owned and home based businesses Continue collaboration with local partners Promote business and economic development-related workshops Provide communications support for the EOAC and other local economic development efforts Position Chamber as a bridge and resource for the business community and government Economic Development

  5. Created Chamber’s Economic Alliance Council in 2011 Assigned task force to survey residents, businesses owners & government officials Designed and conducted surveys with 262 respondents between May & August 2012 Submitted data to Daytona State College for compilation and analysis Share baseline findings Solicit feedback & conduct follow up survey (Fall 2013) Survey Overview

  6. Flagler County Economic Opportunity Advisory Council was formed in Nov 2011 • Helga van Eckert was hired as Exec Director of Flagler County Department of Economic Opportunity in Mar 2012 Some Perspective

  7. Survey Findings

  8. All respondents Yes 19% No 70% No Opinion 11% (May – August 2012) Are You Satisfied with Economic Development in Flagler County?

  9. How Do You Define Economic Development?

  10. Please Prioritize the Goals of Economic Development

  11. WhatsYour Biggest Concern About Economic Development?

  12. What Needs to Be Done to Increase Jobs, Reduce Property Taxes and Provide Career Opportunities in Flagler County?

  13. Survey provided valuable baseline data Consensus on the need for more jobs offering higher salaries & career opportunities Alignment on economic definition & priorities across all focus groups Key Findings

  14. Work with FCDEO and other partners to promote successes to date to raise visibility/awareness of economic development efforts • Spread the word: “Business to Beaches, Flagler County has it all” • Conduct follow up survey in late 2013 • Increased focus on residents • Measure changes in perception Next Steps

  15. Consider the Chamber a willing partner, resource and a bridge to the business community Let us know how we can help you Conclusion The mission of the Flagler County Chamber of Commerce is to help our business community thrive.

  16. Thank you!

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