Weekly Wave

May 7, 2024

Good morning, Elizabeth!

On May 8, our office will be closed from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., for Destin's Blessing of the Marketplace. All area businesses are invited to worship and receive a blessing, during the event. A panel of business leaders will speak about how their faith influences the leadership of their organization. Lunch will be served by Big Red Cafe.

There is no cost to attend, but registration is requested to help prepare the food order.

17 Graduate from Chamber’s Community Education & Leadership Program

On May 2, the Destin Chamber celebrated the graduation of 17 business professionals from its 15th Destin Forward class. During the event, the prestigious Destin Forward Leadership Award, chosen by class vote, was presented to Wendi Davis of Eglin Federal Credit Union. She is seen in the photo on the right with Chamber Chairman Christian Carlee of Trustmark.

How Can You Help the 12th Annual Paddle at the Park Sponsored by HCA Florida Healthcare?

- Register to race!

- Share the event on social media to encourage others to race.

- Grab your family and friends and pack the beach behind The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island on Saturday, May 11. Races begin at 9 a.m.

- Show some love to our sponsors.

Speaking of sponsors, we could not do it without you all. Thank you for all of the ways you promote and support this Chamber and our community!

Thank you to our race partners BOTE and The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island; title sponsor HCA Florida Healthcare; platinum sponsors Destin - Fort Walton Beach and Shibumi Shade; silver sponsors Eglin Federal Credit Union, T-Mobile, and VivanaMD; bronze sponsors Florida CFY, Harmony Beach Vacations, and The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach; and media sponsor Destin Life!

Do You Have an Award-Worthy Boss or Coworker?

We are seeking your help in rewarding one deserving business person every quarter. Do you know a Destin area business professional who should be recognized for his or her extraordinary efforts? Submit your nomination here. The award will be presented at a future Chamber Business Before Hours.

Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation Concerts In The Village

Perks of Your Chamber Membership

Affordable Health Insurance for Your Employees

Savings On Your Email Marketing Program

Save up to 25% with Constant Contact

Save $ On Office Supplies

Save on office supplies with ODP Business Solutions

Business Before Hours On The Beach Sponsored by BOTE

Friday, May 10 | 7:30 - 9 a.m.

Location: Henderson Beach State Park

Registration and payment required.

Start your day with breakfast and BOTE at the beautiful Henderson Beach State Park! We will learn more about the park's history and economic impact on our area.

Business After Hours Sponsored by Henderson Beach Resort

Thursday, May 23 | 5 - 6:30 p.m.

Location: 200 Henderson Beach Resort Way, Destin

Registration and payment required.

Join us for networking, cocktails, and appetizers! The event begins at 5 p.m., and culminates with door prizes at 6:30 p.m.

Military Affairs Council (MAC) Meeting

Wednesday, June 5 | 12 - 1 p.m.

Location: Destin Chamber

Find details here.

Any Chamber member with an interest in the military is welcome to attend. Our speaker will be Randy Roy, Community Planning & Liaison Officer with NAS Whiting Field, which was just selected as the Navy's "Best Small Base" for the 5th time in the last nine years.

GameDay Men's Health-Destin

Thank You To Our Renewing Members

May 7 - Locks on the Docks LLC

May 13 - Marriott Autograph Collection at Hotel Effie Sandestin

May 16 - Elite Cabinet Designs

Ongoing through Thursday, May 16

Lionfish Pre Tournament

Ongoing through Friday, May 10

Destin's Week of Blessings 2024

Tuesday, May 7

Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “When Banks Say No”

Locks on the Docks LLC Ribbon Cutting

Partners in Entrepreneurship - Networking With Area Resources

Wednesday, May 8

Blessing of the Marketplace

Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Starting a Business” – Gulf Breeze

Wednesday Night Concert Series

Thursday, May 9

Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

Food For Thought Charity Classic

Thursdate at Melting Pot

67th Annual Blessing of the Fleet

Small Business Workshop : Public Showcase

Darts & Music at the American Legion Post 296

Little Black Dress Night at Marina Cafe

Mattie Kelly Concert In the Village: Rumours ATL: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

Friday, May 10 - Sunday, May 12

Tequila and Taco Fest

Friday, May 10

Destin Chamber's Business Before Hours On The Beach Sponsored by BOTE

Free Screenings for Skin Cancer- Dermatology Specialists of FL

Grand Opening of Elite Cabinet Designs New Showroom

Karaoke at American Legion Post 296

Saturday, May 11 - Sunday, May 12

Mother's Day at Melting Pot

Saturday, May 11

Grand Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market

Baytowne Wharf Farmers Market

12th Annual Paddle at the Park Sponsored by HCA Florida Healthcare

Okaloosa County to host ‘Florida’s Greatest Hurricane Preparedness Party’

Spring Farmers Market Series

6th Ranger Training Battalion Annual Open House

Youth Club Cornhole Tournament

Second Annual 30A Foam Fest to Benefit Neurodiversity Resource of the Panhandle Presented by Idyll Hound Proper and 30Avenue

Mother’s Day Weekend - Harbor Sip & Shop

Sunday, May 12 - Saturday, May 18

Lionfish Restaurant Week

Sunday, May 12

Sunday Breakfast at American Legion Post 296

Sunday Brunch at Soleil

Destin Commons Market

Monday, May 13

Marriott Autograph Collection at Hotel Effie Sandestin Ribbon Cutting

Bingo Fundraiser at American Legion Post 296

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.