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March 12, 2024

Tammie Bowyer Business Person of the Quarter

Good morning, Elizabeth!

Congratulations to Tammie Bowyer, owner of Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy, on being named Business Person of the Quarter, during our March 8 Business Before Hours Sponsored by Bit-Wizards. This award is presented directly from the Chamber’s Board of Directors to a Destin area businessperson showing vision for his or her business and leadership in our community. 


Tammie is seen here with our 2024 Chairman Christian Carlee of Trustmark.


Read the full article here.

Destin Water Users

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.

Five Channels

Perks of Your Chamber Membership


Affordable Health Insurance for Your Employees


Savings On Your Email Marketing Program


Save $ On Office Supplies

Young Professionals Sunset Social
Tourism & Hospitality

Tourism & Hospitality Lunch: Safety Tips from Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office

Wednesday, March 13 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: Downstairs at Fudpucker's

Registration and payment required. 


Our speakers will be Lt. Brian Parkton and Crime Prevention Specialist Ashely Bailey with the Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office. Come learn how to better protect your business and customers before season gets into full swing.

Shop Talk Thursdays

Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

Thursday, March 14 | 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 After Hours

Business After Hours Sponsored by Marina Cafe

Thursday, March 28 | 5 - 6:30 p.m.

Location: 404 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.

Young Professionals Sunset Social
BusinessBeforeHours

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!

2024 Paddle at the Park

Free Tourist Book – Destin


Ignite Collective

Thank You To Our Renewing Members

March 26 - HarborWalk Marina


April 16 - Diana Health

Community Events

Ongoing through Sunday, March 31

SeaLight Festival


Ongoing through Thursday, May 16

Lionfish Pre Tournament


Tuesday, March 12

When Banks Say "No"

Young Professionals of Destin & Destin Rotary Club Sunset Social Sponsored by The Henderson Beach Resort Rooftop Bar


Wednesday, March 13

Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Connect to Capital”

Destin Chamber's Tourism & Hospitality Lunch: Safety Tips from Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office

TopGolf Social Club

Silent Disco

Wednesday Night Concert Series


Thursday, March 14

Okaloosa Public Schools Foundation to Host the 4th Annual College and Career Fair

Power Hours With Kevin: Free Business Consulting

Under The Sea

Bubbly Baytowne

Buying & Selling a Business Workshop

Small Business Workshop : Business Plans Continued & Setting Up LLC

Darts & Music at the American Legion Post 296


Friday, March 15

1st Ken Hair Charity Golf Classic

Karaoke at American Legion Post 296

The Great Gatsby


Saturday, March 16

Grand Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market

Baytowne Wharf Farmers Market

Rock the Docks

The Great Gatsby


Sunday, March 17

Scallywag Sunday

Sunday Breakfast at American Legion Post 296

Sunday Brunch at Soleil

Destin Commons Market

St. Paddy's Day Delight -- Paint the Village Green

The Great Gatsby


Monday, March 18

Bingo Fundraiser at American Legion Post 296

Movie Monday


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.

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Florida House Passes Bill Modernizing Florida's Baker and Marchman Acts


Destin Water Users, Inc. Unveils Richard F. Griswold Building


Okaloosa County Jail Celebrates Inmate Success with ‘Anchored’ Program


NWFSC Forensics Speech and Debate Team Triumphs at FCSAA State Championship


Flights & Bites Announces Exclusive Offer for Chamber Members


Two NWFSC Students Named 2024 Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholars


Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation Calls for Artist Applications and Poster Art Artists for 29th Festival of the Arts


HCA Florida Hospitals Announce Dr. Dan Hagler as Chief Medical Officer


Tammie Bowyer Honored as Destin Chamber’s Business Person of the Quarter


Read the March 2024 Issue of VIP Destin Magazine


Notice of 45-Day Public Comment Period for the Choctawhatchee Bay and Watershed Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan


Boys & Girls of the Emerald Coast Opens Summer 2024 Registration


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