- March 4, 2026
Halifax Health was named one of Becker's Hospital Review's "165 Top Places to Work in Healthcare" in 2026, a press release announced Monday.
Becker's Hospital Review highlighted the hospital's scope of employee benefits, promotion of diversity through annual training and community partnerships, investment in professional development and employee appreciation programs, such as the “Halifax 100 Club” for team members with over 30 years of service.
“Being named one of the top places to work in healthcare is a meaningful affirmation of the culture we work tirelessly to uphold,” said Jeff Feasel, president and CEO at Halifax Health. “Our team members are the foundation of Halifax Health. Their dedication, compassion, and resilience inspire us every day, and we remain committed to providing an environment that supports their growth, well-being, and passion for serving our community.”
The Boss Lady Women's Leadership Community recently launched its Volusia-Flagler Women in the Workplace Survey, inviting women in both counties to share insights on opportunities, pressure, confidence, leadership, support and belonging at work.
“Women in the region navigate complex workplace realities and balance work and home responsibilities,” said Teresa Rand, founder of the Boss Lady Community. “Their voices are essential to understanding what support systems, policies, and cultural shifts are needed to help them thrive.”
The anonymous survey is open to women at every stage of their career, across every industry. To participate, visit https://www.laddernetwork.org/women-in-the-workplace.
Flush Fasteners, a Daytona Beach-based manufacturing company, was recently awarded a 2026 gold iF Design Award for its F-Head Flush Fastener.
The F-Head Flush Fastener was one of 75 to be awarded gold from over 10,000 submissions from 68 nations vying for the global design award.
"The high-caliber jury, consisting of 129 independent design experts from all over the world, was particularly impressed by the complete innovation to such a common item like a screw to solve an existing problem," a press release stated. "The award-winning F-Head Flush Fastener was convincing in the Product Design discipline and was awarded gold in the category Industry/Tools/Machinery."
Flush Fasteners was founded in 2022 by Brandon Serle, of Daytona Beach, and Jeff Serle, of Ormond Beach.
Smart Technologies of Florida, a Daytona Beach-based managed technology services provider, has been designated as a Microsoft Solutions Partner, a certification placing the company in the top 5% of all Microsoft providers worldwide, according to a press release.
“Our designation as a Microsoft Solutions Partner reflects years of dedication to providing our customers with the best solutions,” said Robert Doucette, president at Smart Technologies. “It means we’re not just using Microsoft tools; we’re maximizing their potential to help businesses succeed. Whether it’s transitioning to the cloud with Microsoft Azure or creating more efficient systems with Office 365, we ensure our customers are getting the best value and the most effective solutions.”
Ormond Beach's Kistemaker Business Law Group received a platinum award from the Florida Community Association Journal's 2026 Readers' Choice Award winners in its March issue.
The firm received the publication's gold award in 2025, according to a press release. Erum S. Kistemaker is the managing attorney and shareholder of the local firm, founded in 2007.
“Being recognized by FLCAJ’s audience and receiving the Platinum Award this year for our expertise within this very important category of professionals in the state of Florida is incredibly meaningful and appreciated," Kistemaker said.
This year, over 13,000 ballots were cast and more than 250 companies were recognized as award recipients.
