Weekly Wave

June 4, 2024

Good morning, Elizabeth!

Please join us for our June 14 Business Before Hours Sponsored by Holloway Yacht Charters LLC! We will enjoy a delicious breakfast with a beautiful harbor view from the Emerald Grande ballroom. Emmanuel Sheppard & Condon partners Erick Drlicka and Jennifer Shoaf Richardson will lead a discussion about the Fair Labor Standards Act - What You Need to Know. They will review the recent changes announced by the US Department of Labor, affecting the exemption from minimum wage and overtime pay requirements for executive, administrative, and professional employees. The changes go into effect on July 1, 2024.

Florida Institute for Political Leadership Hosts Virtual Campaign School & Community Leadership Training

This 2-part online training school is scheduled for June 18 - 19, from 5:30-8 p.m. (ET) each day. The online training school is highly recommended for candidates and anyone interested in running for local or state office, serving their community, or managing campaigns. It is open to everyone, free to attend, and non-partisan. Participants are welcome to attend any or all days offered.

FIPL Campaign School & Leadership Trainings provide a comprehensive briefing on emerging local and state issues, teach attendees what local opportunities are available for appointed or elected positions, offer guidance on how to prepare to run for office, and provide training on how to run winning campaigns.

Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation Concerts In The Village

Destin Forward Offers In-Depth, Hands-On Learning Experience

Destin Forward, our community education and leadership program, is designed to get you out into the community, interacting with city and business leaders, learning about the history and heritage from those who helped shape it, exploring issues with those who are helping to solve them, and hearing from those who are in the trenches improving lives and the quality of place we enjoy. After a retreat in August, the class will meet once per month through April focusing on topics, such as the environment, waterways, history, tourism promotion, real estate, non-profits, transportation, government affairs, entrepreneurship, and more.

For the application and details, please click here.

Understanding Childcare Needs in Okaloosa & Walton

The Early Learning Coalition of the Emerald Coast is conducting a vital childcare needs assessment for Okaloosa and Walton counties. Its goal is to understand how the availability of quality, affordable childcare impacts local businesses like yours.

Why your input matters:

• Employee recruitment and retention

• Absenteeism and productivity

• Community well-being

Take this short survey using the QR code or click here. It takes approximately 3-5 minutes to complete, and your responses will remain confidential. The deadline is June 7.

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Affordable Health Insurance for Your Employees

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Save $ On Office Supplies

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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.

Ladies Who Launch Powerhouse Women Series Sponsored by Community Bank: Donna Montalvo, A 2 Z Specialty Advertising

Wednesday, June 12 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: Destin Chamber

Registration required.

Ladies Who Launch is continuing its Powerhouse Women Series, highlighting impactful women in our community. The June 2024 Powerhouse Woman is Donna Montalvo, co-owner of A2Z Specialty Advertising.

Community Bank is sponsoring lunch for this event. There is no fee to attend, but space is limited and registration is required.

Business Before Hours Sponsored by Holloway Yacht Charters

Friday, June 14 | 7:30 - 9 a.m.

Location: Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village

Registration and payment required.

Start your day with breakfast overlooking the beautiful Destin Harbor with Holloway Yacht Charters. Emmanuel Sheppard & Condon partners Erick Drlicka and Jennifer Shoaf Richardson will lead a discussion about the Fair Labor Standards Act - What You Need to Know. Come learn more about the US Department of Labor's recent changes, which will go into effect July 1.

Azul Mexican Fusion

Thank You To Our Renewing Members

June 4 - Marriott Autograph Collection at Hotel Effie Sandestin Ribbon Cutting

June 10 - I Heart Mac & Cheese Ribbon Cutting

June 13 - Azul Mexican Fusion

Tuesday, June 4 - Thursday, June 6

Fairfield Inn & Suites Hosts Xactimate Software

Tuesday, June 4

Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Starting a Business” – Milton

Marriott Autograph Collection at Hotel Effie Sandestin Ribbon Cutting

Havana Nights at HarborWalk Village

Wednesday, June 5

Destin Chamber's Military Affairs Council (MAC) Meeting

Thursday, June 6

Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Starting a Business” - Destin

A Bed 4 Me Greens & Dreams Golf Tournament

Sunset Camp 2024

Thursdate at Melting Pot

Darts & Music at the American Legion Post 296

Little Black Dress Night at Marina Cafe

All American Thursday at HarborWalk Village

Mattie Kelly Concert In the Village: The Adam Ezra Group

Friday, June 7

Ballroom Dancing for Adults

Karaoke at American Legion Post 296

Saturday, June 8

Car Show Benefit for Emerald Coast Children's Advocacy Center

3rd Annual FORE! The Love of Animals Golf Tournament

Grand Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market

Baytowne Wharf Farmers Market

Spring Farmers Market Series

Beat the Heat Concert Series at HarborWalk Village

Sunday, June 9

Sunday Breakfast at American Legion Post 296

Sunday Brunch at Soleil

Monday, June 10

Red Empire Week Community Day

I Heart Mac & Cheese Ribbon Cutting

Bingo Fundraiser at American Legion Post 296

Silent Disco at HarborWalk Village

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.