April 2, 2024

Good morning, Elizabeth!

Welcome to our newest Chairman's Club member A Superior Air Conditioning Company! Already a longtime Chamber member, A Superior Air Conditioning Company now joins the exclusive list of members in one of our highest membership tiers, including

• Cox Communications, Inc.,

• Legendary, LLC,

• Newman-Dailey Resort Properties, Inc.,

• Renasant Bank,

• Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, and 

• White-Wilson Medical Center.

Because of their significant investment in this Chamber and our community, we can continue to build this world-class community one business at a time!

Seeking Business & Technical Professionals for Destin High School Career Day

Help Destin High School sophomores and juniors discover new opportunities by sharing your career story and answering questions. The format will be speed networking, which offers a quick-paced information exchange between professionals and small groups of students. The event is Thursday, April 25, from 8:30 - 1 p.m. The location will be announced soon.

We are accepting up to 30 business and technical professionals with a limit of two per industry. Email Gretchen at membership@DestinChamber.com to participate.

City Seeks Input on City Hall/Town Center Master Plan

Help shape the future of Destin! Please take the City Hall/Town Center Master Plan Survey. Your input is crucial in shaping the planning process. To use the QR code, open your camera app on your cell phone or tablet, point the camera at the QR code, and tap the banner that appears. The direct link is https://forms.office.com/r/qxrPnXnuSy. The deadline is April 19.

Small Business Grant Opportunity - Deadline April 7

In partnership with American Express, the Backing Small Businesses grant program supports economically vulnerable and under-resourced small businesses with community reach and/​or cultural significance. This year, eligible small business owners can apply for $10,000 grants for projects that grow or improve their businesses by building community, supporting their economic viability, or bolstering meaningful change.

Find details here.

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.

Perks of Your Chamber Membership

Affordable Health Insurance for Your Employees

• ACA-Compliant Group Health Benefits Solution
• Healthiest You by Teladoc

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

Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

Thursday, April 4 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Location: Destin Chamber

Find details here.



Florida SBDC at UWF Business Consultant Kevin Oster will be available for impromptu meetings assisting with business challenges or opportunities. These meetings are confidential and at no cost to you. No appointment is required; however, you are welcome to email KOster@uwf.edu if you would like to schedule one.

Business Before Hours Sponsored by The Palms Bistro

Friday, April 12 | 7:30 - 9 a.m.

Location: The Palms Bistro inside The Palms of Destin

Registration and payment required.

Please join us for our April 12 Business Before Hours Sponsored by The Palms Bistro! Okaloosa County Commissioner Mel Ponder will share updates on big happenings within our county.

Ladies Who Launch Powerhouse Women Series: Amy Walsh, Fore Her

Wednesday, April 17 | 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 April 2024 Powerhouse Woman is Amy Walsh, founder of Fore Her, Inc.

There is no cost to attend, but registration is required due to limited seats available. Bring your own lunch!

Business After Hours Sponsored by BOTE

Thursday, April 25 | 5 - 6:30 p.m.

Location: 383 Harbor Blvd.

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. One lucky Chamber member will win a WULF Aero Paddle Board!

Florin Roebig

• A 2 Z Specialty Advertising
• Aramark Catering
• Blue Chip Digital Marketing LLC
• Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC
• Cruisin' Tikis Destin

• Marina Cafe
• Merrill Lynch
• Sandollar Carpet Cleaning
• The Village Inn

April 16 - Diana Health

April 23 - Rainbow Pediatrics - Santa Rosa Beach

Ongoing through Thursday, May 16

Lionfish Pre Tournament

Tuesday, April 2

Tech Talk Tuesday - Remote Spaces 101

Commissioner Nathan Boyles to host Town Hall Meeting (North Okaloosa Planning Study)

Boomin' Tuesdays

Wednesday, April 3

Wednesday Night Concert Series

Silent Disco

Thursday, April 4

Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

Under The Sea

Young Professionals Sunset Social at Concerts in the Village: Postmodern Jukebox

Darts & Music at the American Legion Post 296

Fly Guy Thursday

Little Black Dress Night at Marina Cafe

Mattie Kelly Concert In the Village: Post Modern Jukebox

Friday, April 5

Dinosaur World LIVE

Karaoke at American Legion Post 296

Saturday, April 6

Kenwood Disc Golf Tournament

Grand Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market

Baytowne Wharf Farmers Market

Sacred Heart Foundation's Emerald Ball

Rock the Docks

Sunday, April 7

Sunday Breakfast at American Legion Post 296

Sunday Brunch at Soleil

Okaloosa's Got Talent Finale

Monday, April 8

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.

Hello Frances Podcast: Take Back Your Time

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida Recognized for Global Achievements

Fish Window Cleaning Featured on Good Neighbor Podcast

NAD+... The Fountain of Youth

Destin American Legion Post 296 Sponsors State Champion of the 2023-2024 Florida American Legion High School Oratory Scholarship Program

A2Z Specialty Advertising: A Refreshing New Chapter under Donna and Paul Montalvo's Ownership

Want to see your business news, blogs and awards listed here? Send your updates to espies@DestinChamber.com.