August 9, 2022
Good morning!
Sponsored by A2Z Specialty Advertising, Friday's Business Before Hours features a property insurance panel with Brad Davies of Liufau McCall Insurance Group, Dave Morrow of Allstate Insurance - Ryland/Morrow and Dennis Gagnon, Jr., of Affordable Home Insurance, who will share their thoughts and answer your questions.

Register Now for Paddle at the Park!
The 10th Annual Paddle at the Park Sponsored by HCA Florida Destin Emergency will take place on the beautiful white sandy shores and emerald green Gulf waters of Henderson Beach State Park on Saturday, Aug. 20. The event features 1- and 3-mile recreational races, the 6-mile elite race for the official Destin SUP Cup, and a kids' out-and-back fun paddle.


Thank you to our race partners BOTE and Henderson Beach State Park; title sponsor HCA Florida Destin Emergency; platinum sponsors Destin - Fort Walton Beach and R3 Construction; accommodations sponsors SummerPlace Inn and Vacasa; silver sponsors 99Rock, Destin Life, Eglin Federal Credit Union and Z96; bronze sponsor Circle JM Farms; photography sponsor McCain's Creations Photography; and site sponsors Buffalo Rock and Destin Fire Control District
Important Election Information
Don't forget the 2022 Primary Election is Aug. 23., and your vote is important! Check out the sample ballot for Okaloosa County here and Walton County hereFor information on polling locations and times, visit govote-okaloosa.com and votewalton.com.
Business Tax Receipt Renewals for FY 2023
It’s time to renew your Destin Business Tax Receipts (BTRs). To avoid any late fees, renewal payments are due by Sept. 30. For step-by-step instructions, visit www.cityofdestin.com/btr.
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Shop Talk Thursdays
No Cost Business Consulting
Thursday, August 11 | 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Destin Chamber
 
Florida SBDC at UWF Business Consultant Diana Jernigan will be available for impromptu meetings assisting with business challenges or opportunities. These meetings are confidential, no-cost, and allow you skip the traditional wait period after you request consulting from the Florida SBDC.
BusinessBeforeHours
Business Before Hours Sponsored by A2Z Specialty Advertising
Friday, August 12 | 7:30 - 9 a.m.
Location: Shoreline Church

Do you have questions about property insurance and the recent legislation about it? Our panelists Brad Davies of Liufau McCall Insurance Group, Dave Morrow of Allstate Insurance - Ryland/Morrow and Dennis Gagnon, Jr., of Affordable Home Insurance will share their thoughts and entertain questions.
Ladies Who Launch Powerhouse Women Series: Magda Cooper, BOTE
Wednesday, August 17 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Destin Chamber
Business After Hours
Business After Hours & Ribbon Cutting Celebrating Recent Remodeling Sponsored by Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Destin
Thursday, August 25 | Ribbon cutting at 4:30 p.m.
Business After Hours from 5 - 6:30 p.m.
Location: 19001 Emerald Coast Pkwy., Destin
 
Join us for networking, cocktails, and appetizers, during our Aug. 25 Business After Hours Sponsored by Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Destin!
Military Affairs Council (MAC) Meeting
Wednesday, September 7 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Destin Chamber

Save the Date for our 2022 Signature Events
December 13 - Holiday & Awards Party

Sponsorships are available! Contact mail@DestinChamber.com for details.
Community Events
Ongoing Through Monday, August 22

Tuesday, August 9

Wednesday, August 10

Thursday, August 11

Friday, August 12 - Saturday, August 13

Friday, August 12

Sunday, August 14

Monday, August 15


If you would like your event listed here, please submit it to the Events Calendar at DestinChamber.com. Be sure to include your company name, as we only publish events of Destin Chamber members.
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