12/19/2023
Dear Members of the West Volusia Regional Chamber of Commerce,
It is with a heavy heart that I announce the closure of our organization. As the Executive Director and President, I have spent the past four years working with you all and it has been an honor and a privilege to serve in this role. Unfortunately, despite our best efforts, we could not obtain forgiveness for our PPP loan, and, due to a lack of financial income, along with our Board of Directors, we have made the difficult decision to close our doors.
Despite this news, we are pleased to announce that the Board has worked tirelessly to ensure that our members will continue to have a community in which to connect and thrive. We have agreed with the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to welcome all our current members at no additional cost. They will take over the AM Connection that we have all come to know and love, starting on Tuesday, January 9th, 2024, at Halifax Health Medical Center. They have also committed to continuing to honor our first responders Valor Awards, the Legislative Luncheon, and Hob Nob events.
We want to express our sincerest gratitude to all our members, partners, city, county and elected officials for your support and friendship over the years. It has been a pleasure to work with you and we wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
Sincerely,
Sherry DeCrenza
Executive Director/ President
And our Board of Directors of the West Volusia Regional Chamber of Commerce