Amazon’s top leadership made a rare appearance in Volusia County this week as the company’s new 2.8 million-square-foot robotics fulfillment center on Bellevue Avenue, just south of Daytona International Speedway. The visit, led by Amazon CEO Andy Jassy, marks a milestone in the e-commerce giant’s growing footprint in Florida and signals the company’s commitment to local investment and workforce development.
The Daytona Beach facility is part of Amazon’s “first-mile” network, where packages begin their journey through the supply chain. It’s expected to generate over 1,000 full-time jobs with starting wages of $19 per hour and benefits from day one. Jassy’s visit included a tour of the five-story building, meetings with local officials, and a closed-door session with regional managers to discuss logistics, hiring, and community partnerships.
“This facility represents the future of fulfillment—high-tech, efficient, and deeply connected to the communities we serve,” Jassy said, according to sources familiar with the visit.
City leaders, including Mayor Derrick L. Henry and City Manager Deric Feacher, praised Amazon’s investment, which totals over $200 million in capital improvements, including new roads and infrastructure. The project is also part of a broader partnership with NASCAR and Hillwood Development to revitalize surplus land near the Speedway.
The visit coincided with a SpaceX rocket launch carrying Amazon’s Project Kuiper satellites, visible from Daytona Beach and part of Amazon’s push into satellite internet.
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This article is intended for informational and editorial purposes only. It does not constitute an official endorsement or internal confirmation of Amazon’s executive travel schedule. All claims and quotes are based on publicly available sources and community reports as of August 2025. Readers are encouraged to consult Amazon’s official press releases and city records for the most current updates.
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