October 14, 2025

Good afternoon!

Congratulations to Christine Martinez of EXIT Realty Anchor South - Emerald Coast, who received the Ambassador of the Quarter Award, which is sponsored by Okaloosa Gas, during Friday's Business Before Hours Sponsored by Hand Arendall Harrison Sale. She is seen here with 2025 Chamber Chairman Jenni Brunson (right) of Okaloosa Gas and Ambassador Chairman Springer Williams (left) of First National Bank.

Bourbon at the Bay Sponsorships Available & Tickets Now on Sale

Save the date! On Nov. 20, kick off your holiday season – and shopping – with the 13th Annual Bourbon at the Bay Presented by Hand Arendall Harrison Sale! Sample bourbon, tequila, and champagne; bid on your choice of gifts, trips, and more in the silent auction; and try your luck in the wine pull.

Purchase your tickets now! We are also seeking silent auction donations.

Perks of Your Chamber Membership

Affordable Health Insurance for Your Employees

• ACA-Compliant Health Insurance Plan

Savings On Your Email Marketing Program

• Save up to 25% with Constant Contact

Save $ On Office Supplies

• You now have access to savings on everything your business relies on with ODP Business Solutions (Office Depot® OfficeMax®). Register today for your no-cost business account with ODP Business Solutions or use this card to save in-store.

Enjoy Credit Union Membership

• Members of the Destin Chamber are eligible for membership with Eglin Federal Credit Union!

Ladies Who Launch Powerhouse Women Series Sponsored by Diana Health & Featuring Kathy Haugen

Wednesday, October 15 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: Destin Chamber

Registration and payment required.

Ladies Who Launch is continuing its Powerhouse Women Series, highlighting impactful women in our community. Our October Powerhouse Woman is Kathy Haugen, who founded The Taylor Haugen Foundation with her husband Brian.

Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

Thursday, October 16 | 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.

Progressive Business After Hours at Regatta Commons

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

Location: Regatta Commons Office Park

Registration and payment required. 

Join us and our Regatta Commons neighbors for our 5th Annual Progressive Business After Hours! Participating businesses include Farrow Contracting, Inc.; GameDay Men's Health-Destin; Krueger, Fosdyck, Brown, McCall & Associates; Matthews & Matthews LLP; and Stepping Stones at Roane.

Military Affairs Council (MAC) Meeting

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

Location: Destin Chamber

Find details here.

Anyone with an interest in the military is invited to attend.

Business Before Hours Sponsored by Eglin Federal Credit Union

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

Location: Brotula's Seafood House & Steamer

Registration and payment required.

Please join us for a delicious breakfast overlooking the Destin Harbor with sponsor Eglin Federal Credit Union and non-profit spotlight DEFENSEWERX.

Covenant Care Home Health

Wells Fargo Advisors

Thank You To Our Renewing Members

• Acme Oyster House
• Destin Surgery Clinic
• Elite Cabinet Designs
• Harmony Management & Realty
• Harvest House, Inc.
• Holiday Surf & Racquet Club

• Randy Wise Homes
• Renovation Flooring
• Rhodes Auto Repair
• Robert Marshall
• United Way Emerald Coast
• Waterfield & Associates, Inc.

October 21 - Century 21 AllPoints Realty

October 28 - Southern Vacation Rentals

Congratulations to Axis Physiotherapy Institute on last week's ribbon cutting celebrating your new Destin location!

Ongoing through Saturday, October 18

Fairground Photo Tour with Sparkman Photography

Wednesday, October 1 - Friday, October 31

Destin Fishing Rodeo

Tuesday, October 14

Caregiver Support Group

Young Professionals of Destin Sunset Social Aboard Cruisin' Tikis

Wednesday, October 15

Destin Chamber's Ladies Who Launch Powerhouse Women Series Sponsored by Diana Health & Featuring Powerhouse Woman Kathy Haugen

A2Z Specialty Advertising Presents The Promo Experience

The Village of Baytowne Wharf's Wednesday Night Concert Series

Thursday, October 16

Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

The Village of Baytowne Wharf's Bubbly Baytowne

2025 All Sports Association Casino Night and Raffle Royale

Little Black Dress Night at Marina Cafe

Friday, October 17

Movies on The Lawn : Fall Edition

Karaoke at American Legion Post 296

Live Music at Hotel Effie's Lobby Bar

Saturday, October 18

Weekend Morning Rooftop Poolside Pilates at Hotel Effie's Ara Rooftop Pool & Lounge

Grand Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market

Baytowne Wharf Farmers Market

Rocktober Concert Series

Live Music at Hotel Effie's Lobby Bar

Sunday, October 19

Weekend Morning Rooftop Poolside Pilates at Hotel Effie's Ara Rooftop Pool & Lounge

Sunday Breakfast at American Legion Post 296

Destin Community Farmers Market

Sunday Supper at Hotel Effie's Ovide

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.

Axis Physiotherapy Institute Offers Orthopedic, Sport & Spine Rehabilitation in Destin

U.S.D.A. Forest Service Grant Received

Warren Averett Named One of the Best Places to Work for Women

Community Supports Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast with $50,000 Raised at 5th Annual Burgers, Bourbon & Beer Festival

Collegiate High School at Northwest Florida State College Named 2025 Cognia School of Distinction

Rotary Club of Destin Expands Rescue Tube Project Across Okaloosa County

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