ADVOCACY
We advocate at the city, county, state and national levels. Get involved with one or more of our committees to help drive public policy that will continue to make St. Pete the best place to live, work, play, and visit. Participation in Chamber Advocacy meetings are reserved for current Chamber members only. Click here to learn how to become a Chamber member today!
HIRE: The St. Pete Way
Hiring. Interning. Reskilling. Empowering.
We are the regional convener and connector that brings together all the players in St. Petersburg’s workforce development ecosystem. From education and training to job placement and advancement, we align fragmented efforts and create a unified space to drive meaningful results.
Public Policy Council
The Public Policy Council focuses on building and supporting the relationship between the business community and the public sector. It operates through a well-developed task force and committee system, advocating for issues affecting the economic growth and community vitality of St. Petersburg.
Upcoming Events
Committees & Task Forces
The Public Policy Council operates effectively through a well-developed Committee and Task Force system which studies each issue and informs the Council, with recommended positions.
Legislative Committee
The Legislative Committee is comprised of professionals from diverse industries that help guide the Chamber's annual legislative agenda and identify areas of focus to ensure smart growth for our city.
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Transportation + HLUD Committee
The Transportation and HLUD Committees combined for the first time in 2023. The Transportation side is focused on both Regional Accessibility (Mass Transit and Interstates/Expressways) and Urban Mobility (micro-transit, Complete Streets, transit corridors). These issues intersect with the development issues facing St. Petersburg including Workforce Housing. Infrastructure, Zoning and Development are all key parts to ensuring St. Pete continues to “Grow Smarter” in the years to come.
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Advocacy in Action
Advocacy in Action is a monthly event series that brings Chamber members together to learn about key policy topics and hear directly from local decision-makers—all while engaging in meaningful, purpose-driven conversation.
Topics rotate quarterly and focus on the issues shaping St. Pete’s future, including Sustainability & Resilience, Downtown Waterfront, and Workforce & Talent. Each session is designed to inform, connect, and inspire action.
Free for Chamber Members | $10 for Future Members
The Sustainability & Resilience Committee works with local stakeholders to amplify and advance an equitable clean energy economy, while highlighting business leadership in the areas of clean energy, climate action, and resilience.
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Community Resources
Advocacy News
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Click the graphic above to learn more about the development projects that the St. Pete Chamber is watching in 2025.
