St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce

??? Save the Date: Walker's Rising Stars Scholarship Competition! ??? ?? Date: Monday, May 5, 2025 ?? Time: Doors open at 6 p.m., Show begins at 6:30 p.m. ?? Location: Mahaffey Theater, 400 1st St S., St. Petersburg, FL 33701 ?? Free/Ticketless Event Celebrate the arts and entertainment community by coming out for an inspiring night at the Walker’s Rising Stars Scholarship Competition, a program of the Pinellas Education Foundation that empowers Pinellas County Schools' students to hone their skills and compete for scholarships in Culinary Arts, Dance, Instrumental, Theater, Visual Arts, and Vocal Performance. Come celebrate our talented students and support their bright futures! ?? #WalkersRisingStars #PinellasEducationFoundation #SupportTheArts #Scholarships #FutureLeaders #StPete #CommunityImpact #EmpowerStudents

This week, the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce, alongside Amplify Clearwater and the Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce, took our regional priorities to Tallahassee. From meeting with legislators to engaging with key state agencies, we championed the issues that matter most to our business community—hurricane resiliency & recovery, infrastructure investments, and economic growth. Collaboration is key, and this trip reinforced the power of working together as a region to ensure our voices are heard at the state level. Want to stay engaged? Join us for the Public Policy Council meeting on March 25 to dive deeper into our advocacy efforts and find out how you can get involved! ?? RSVP & Details: https://bit.ly/3FqUkwh... Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce AMPLIFY Clearwater

As proud members of the St. Pete Chamber, The Law Firm of Douglas G. Jackson is excited to support Community Connections—a fantastic event that brings professionals together to network, collaborate, and strengthen our local business community. If you're looking to expand your connections and get involved, this is the perfect opportunity! We encourage you to join us and see how the Chamber can help you and your business thrive. Event: Chamber Community Connections Date: 3/13 Time: 5-7pm Location: St. Pete Pier, Pickleball Courts We look forward to seeing you there! #TheLawFirmofDouglasGJackson #GetYourLegalAction #StPeteChamber #CommunityConnections #BusinessGrowth

?? Last month, we hosted the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce's Annual Legislative Preview Lunch hosted by Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital! ?? Business leaders and local lawmakers gathered to discuss key priorities for the 2025 legislative session. We were honored to hear from: Rep. Lindsay Cross Rep. Michele Rayner Sen. Darryl Rouson Sen. Nick DiCeglie They shared valuable insights on critical issues such as housing, infrastructure, economic growth, and education. A huge THANK YOU to our sponsors and attendees – your engagement ensures St. Pete’s voice is heard! ?? We're currently wrapping up our trip to Tallahassee! Stay tuned for a recap of our key takeaways. ?? Want to get involved with our Legislative Committee? Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4hovs5A #StPetersburg #LegislativePreview #CommunityEngagement #Advocacy #BusinessLeadership #StPeteChamber #TallahasseeTrip City of St. Petersburg

Join us this Thursday for an evening of networking, fun, and prizes at the St. Pete Pier, sponsored by @St. Pete Athletic ?? Don’t miss out on: Networking with fellow members ?? Prizes and giveaways ?? Pickleball fun ?? Interested in providing a door prize? Let us know! ?? When: Thursday, March 13th | 5-7 PM ?? Where: St. Pete Pier, Pickleball Courts Register Here: https://bit.ly/3DDunZS #ChamberCommunityConnection #StPeteChamber #Networking #StPetePier #pickleball

Earlier this week we celebrated the grand openings of 2 of our members! Join us in supporting these amazing new businesses in our community! ?? ?? Plunsana – A space where wellness and innovation meet! ?? Revel Med –A haven for optimal health, where the focus is YOU, and the goal is to REVEL! #RibbonCutting #GrandOpening #SupportLocal #StPete #NewBeginnings #CommunityCelebration Plunsana @Revel Med DPC

???? Check out this interview with @10 Tampa Bay about the @Grand Prix of St. Petersburg and it's incredible $60 million economic boost for #StPete. ?? Our CEO, Chris Steinocher, shares insights on how this event is driving economic growth and bringing big opportunities to our community. Watch now: https://bit.ly/4gVerQo #GrandPrix #EconomicImpact #CommunityGrowth #StPetersburg #StPete @City of St. Petersburg, Florida

Last chance to apply for our Spring Entrepreneurial Academy Presented by LMCU! ?? Are you ready to take your business to the next level? The Entrepreneurial Academy is here to help you develop your skills, network, and get the support you need to succeed. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, this is the place for you! ??Veterans – EA is FREE of cost to you! Thank you for your service, and we’re excited to help you build your entrepreneurial journey. ?? Dates: March 10th - April 28th (Mondays) | 6-9PM ?? The Greenhouse - 440 2nd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Tuition includes:? ??Entrepreneurial Mindset Profile (EMP) assessment? ??Free 1-year startup membership to the St Petersburg Chamber ??A heavily discounted ($10/month for nonprofits and $20/month for startups) membership to COhatch coworking space. ?? Don’t wait— applications close Friday! Apply Here: https://bit.ly/48yWmEn #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #BusinessSuccess #Leadership #StartUpLife #BusinessOwner #Innovation #Networking #SmallBizTips

We love celebrating and bringing our members together! Check out these exciting events happening this week: Leadership St. Pete Presents: 727 Trivia Tuesday, February 25 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ??Bayboro Brewing Co. Think you know St. Pete? Put it to the test! Help raise funds for the LSP Class of 2025 Community Project benefitting Infinite Potential Learning Academy here in sunny St. Pete. We’re throwing it back old school, so feel free to dress in your best retro gear for an extra pop of fun! More info here: https://bit.ly/4gY9m9P 2025 Legislative Preview Wednesday, February 26 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM ?? Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital The St. Petersburg Chamber's Legislative Preview is your chance to hear about the upcoming legislative session and priorities of our elected leaders, as well as an opportunity to share your business needs, concerns and priorities. Mix & mingle with your local legislators over a casual lunch while learning about the upcoming session in a panel discussion scheduled to begin at noon. More info here: https://bit.ly/4b8vEEN 2025 Firestone Grand Prix Green Flag Lunch Thursday, February 27 | 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM ?? St. Petersburg Yacht Club A VIP lunch hosted by the St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce, Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, and St. Petersburg Yacht Club for local business leaders and dignitaries to officially kick off the race weekend. More info here: https://bit.ly/412v6LT SPYP Connect Thursday, February 27 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ?? 3 Daughters Brewing Come out and connect with fellow SPYP Members and build new relationships with those that Live, Work and Play in St. Pete! More info here: https://bit.ly/4gTzq60 Revel Med Direct Primary Care Clinic Ribbon Cutting Celebration! Friday, February 28 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ?? 2299 9th Ave. N. Ste. 1C St. Petersburg, FL 33713 Join us for the Grand Opening of Revel Med Direct Primary Care where we will hold a celebratory event showcasing the new model of healthcare. There will be a meet and greet, tour, light refreshments, networking and giveaways. See you there! We can’t wait to see our members at these exciting events.

The Leadership St. Pete Class of 2025 just wrapped up their first-ever St. Pete Culture Seminar, an exciting day dedicated to celebrating the art, hospitality, entertainment, and recreation that make our city one-of-a-kind! Through engaging discussions with community leaders and immersive activities, participants deepened their appreciation for the unique spirit of St. Pete. ??? A huge thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital, and our Hosting Sponsors, The Dalí Museum, Mahaffey Theater, Zubrick Magic Theatre, and GREEN BENCH BREWING CO. LLC, for making this inspiring experience possible!