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“Launch Your Venture.” This year’s winner developed a unique
The incubator supports
startup and early stage
companies who are at the
research and development
intensive phase of their
growth process.
nanotube batteries
that will be used for
next-generation mobile
devices and electronic
equipment; and the
invention of a medical
device aimed at helping
to reduce healthcare-
associated infections.
In addition to the
companies involved in
the networking, there is
a signature competition
held at MicaPlex called
GEORGE RECKTENWALD
INTERIM COUNTY MANAGER,
VOLUSIA COUNTY GOVERNMENT
orthopedic knee brace; and last year’s winner established a
business to reduce the high cost of keeping gas turbines healthy
while increasing the efficiency of power generation. Winners of
the competition, which highlights student-run businesses, claim
a $10,000 prize, along with the inspiration to help lead them
toward business success.
“This business pitch competition targets university student-
led startups developing revolutionary concepts that will change
the future of the aviation, aerospace, and engineering industries,”
adds Miller.
ADDING TO THE ECONOMY
MicaPlex is slated to help grow the workforce by bringing
more high-tech companies interested in investing in the area
and hiring local graduates, both of which will add to the local
economy. Daytona Beach is growing in many ways and attracting
a wide variety of new businesses, but the MicaPlex is set to lead
the way in helping to fuel growth specifically in high-tech areas.
One of the misconceptions people have about the MicaPlex is
COMMAND PERFORMANCE.
When Volusia County’s manager retired in June, Volusia
County Chair went directly to Deputy County Manager
George Recktenwald to ask him to serve as Interim County
Manager while a national search for the next permanent
manager gets underway.
Recktenwald is a 21-year veteran of local government
management. He began his career with Volusia County
Government in 1997 as Public Works Supervisor and
worked his way up to Construction Manager, Road & Bridge
Director, Public Works Director. He became Deputy County
Manager in 2016.
Along the way, Recktenwald has recognized the
importance of strategic economic development and
maintains an active interest in the work of Team Volusia
Economic Development Corporation.
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