January 20, 2026

Good morning!

Next week, we will celebrate our biggest award winners at the Annual Awards Party & Wine Pairing Dinner Presented by Trustmark. Secure your ticket now!

Are You Searching for Part-Time, Seasonal Workers?

We are hosting a job fair for Destin High School juniors and seniors from 8:30 - 11 a.m., on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at the school. The event is limited to the first 35 Chamber member businesses to respond. Email Elizabeth at espies@DestinChamber.com to secure your spot. You are welcome to bring a table, sign, applications, and collateral material. For details, call (850) 837-6241.

Register for 2026 Breakfasts & Lunches & Save $$

Register and prepay for our 2026 breakfasts and lunches, and save $40! In 2026, we will have 10 breakfasts and two lunches. If you attend all of them, the total cost is $290. Prepay for the events by Jan. 31, and your total cost will be $250, saving you a total of $40. To register, please call (850) 837-6241 or email mail@DestinChamber.com.

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!

Tourism & Hospitality Lunch Sponsored by Fudpucker's Beachside Bar & Grill: Managing Marijuana in the Workplace

Wednesday, January 21 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: Destin Chamber

SOLD OUT! Find details here.

Please join us for our Tourism & Hospitality Lunch, where we will focus on 'Managing Marijuana in the Workplace' with Robert C. Jackson, Member with Hand Arendall Harrison Sale.

Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

Thursday, January 22 | 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.

Member Appreciation Reception Sponsored by Okaloosa Gas

Tuesday, February 3 | 7:30 - 9 a.m.

Location: Destin Chamber

Find details here.



To thank all of our members for their support of this Chamber and the Destin area, the Destin Chamber and sponsor Okaloosa Gas are inviting Chamber members to stop by the Destin Chamber on Tuesday, Feb. 3, from 7:30 - 9 a.m., to enjoy coffee and pastries, as well as pick up a 2026 Chamber door decal and 2026 calendar.

Military Affairs Council (MAC) Meeting

Wednesday, February 4 | 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 HCA Florida Healthcare

Friday, February 13 | 7:30 - 9 a.m.

Location: The Resorts of Pelican Beach

Registration and payment required.



For the third time in recent years, we are bringing together local insurance professionals for a panel discussion exploring Florida’s evolving insurance landscape. From property insurance to health coverage, learn what is happening now and how it may impact you both personally and professionally.

Adina Photography

Air Force Enlisted Village

Thank You To Our Renewing Members

• Beach Condos in Destin
• Emerald Coast Luxury Transportation 
• Food For Thought

• Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin
• Primrose at Santa Rosa Beach
• Raymond James and Associates

January 20 - Empanola Destin

March 3 - Glow Health and Wellness

March 10 - Hampton Inn & Suites Destin

Thursday, January 15 - Sunday, February 1

Emerald Coast Theatre Company Presents Agatha Christie’s 'Murder On The Orient Express'

Tuesday, January 20

Grand Opening - DeFuniak Emergency

Empanola Destin Ribbon Cutting

Women United Favorite Things Social

Wednesday, January 21

When Banks Say No

Destin Chamber's Tourism & Hospitality Lunch Sponsored by Fudpucker's Beachside Bar & Grill: Managing Marijuana in the Workplace

Beachworx Hosts Well Built: Home, Business & Mindset

Thursday, January 22

Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

Rusty Hammerstrom at The Gulf Club Restaurant & Sports Pub

Little Black Dress Night at Marina Cafe

Friday, January 23

City of Destin Hosts Visioning Session

Crescendo! 2026 Kick Off

Wally Christian at The Gulf Club Restaurant & Sports Pub

Karaoke at American Legion Post 296

Saturday, January 24 - Sunday, January 25

Gulfarium Kids Free Weekend

Saturday, January 24

Baytowne Wharf Farmers Market

Grand Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market

TIES & TIARAS: A FATHER-DAUGHTER GALA

Mattie Kelly Arts Center Presents Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra January Pops: Stand in the Light

Sunday, January 25

Sunday Breakfast 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.

Destin High School is Accepting Applications for 2026-2027 School Year

St. Joe Community Foundation Gives ECCAC Important Grant Funds

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