Deland, Florida

DeLand is a city in Florida. It is the county seat of Volusia County. The city sits approximately 34 miles north of the central business district of Orlando, and approximately 23 miles west of the central business district of Daytona Beach. Deland, FL official website.

So, why are so many people starting businesses in Deland, Florida?

Here’s why Kathy Aparo-Griffin thinks you should start a business in her city:

“I’ve been in Deland since 1992. This was just a small “one horse town” it has grown so much but the “community” feel is still there… because we have ALL grown together and we all support each other.”

Kathy Aparo-Griffin, Broker w/ Aparo-Griffin Properties Inc

And here’s what Steve Chmielewski, of Steve’s Downtown Music says:

“People come from all over Central Florida just to spend the day in DeLand. I think the way that DeLand is going right now is just perfect. I intend on staying here another 20 years.”

Steve Chmielewski, Steve’s Downtown Music

Here are some resources to get your business started in Deland, Florida:

  1. Deland, FL Business Resources
  2. Entrepreneurial Education Resources from Mainstreet Deland Association
  3. Deland, FL Business Incentive Programs
  4. Application checklist for a new Business Tax Receipt in Volusia County
  5. Volusia County Business Resources
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