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Get to Know:Â YMCAÂ Spreading Holiday JoyÂ
Get to Know: YMCA Spreading Joy and Unity 33rd Annual Neighbor to Neighbor Christmas Program YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg is busy preparing for its 33rd annual Neighbor to Neighbor Christmas Program. This year we will bring the joys of a traditional Christmas to more than 400 families and almost 900 children in St. Petersburg.…
Read MoreGet to Know: Brun Rub
Saturday Shoppes Certified: Meet Brun Rub A Flavorful Journey from Frustration to Success The story of Brun Rub is a tale of determination, passion, and resilience that led to the creation of a successful BBQ rub business. Ed Brunson, the visionary behind Brun Rub, embarked on this journey when he received a charcoal smoker as…
Read MoreGet to Know: Orange Belt
Get to Know: Orange Belt Orange Belt Criterium: Speed, Community, and a Day of Festivities in St. Petersburg In the vibrant city of St. Petersburg, a new local organization has emerged with a deep passion for sport, cycling, and community engagement. Orange Belt is on a mission to showcase the beauty of their region by…
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Get to Know: Rowdies vs. Pittsburgh | Saturday Oct. 7th It’s a top-of-the-table clash this Saturday at Al Lang! The Rowdies are looking to take down Pittsburgh in their regular season finale this weekend and grab hold of the top seed in the playoffs. Tickets are going quickly, so be sure to secure your spot…
Read MoreGet to Know: Inaugural Battle of the Bays – Topgolf Edition
Get to Know: Inaugural Battle of the Bays – Topgolf Edition The most fun local networking and bragging-rights event is coming to Topgolf St. Pete on October 14th! Hosted by I Love the Burg and That’s So Tampa, the inaugural Battle of the Bays – Topgolf Edition is a 2 hour golf tournament pitting teams of six…
Read MoreGet to Know: SmartChoice
Get to Know: SmartChoice Seamless Connectivity Across Your Organization SmartChoice is your voice carrier, internet service provider, collaboration software deployment, and service expert all wrapped up in one, streamlined platform. With offices already established in New York City and Springfield, Missouri, we are ecstatic to have opened a third office based in St. Petersburg, Florida.…
Read MoreGet to Know: King Carts
Get to Know: King Carts Where Community, Customization, and the Love of Golf Carts Collide In the heart of St. Pete, King Carts has emerged as a thriving family-owned business with a captivating origin story. The journey began with a cherished neighborhood holiday tradition—an uninterrupted procession of beautifully decorated golf carts parading through the town,…
Read MoreFinal Mortgage Payment
Celebrating 13 Years of Community Support and Financial Triumph After 13 years of help and support from our community, we are so proud and excited to say that the Chamber has officially paid off a large debt that once seemed insurmountable. This picture of our President & CEO, Chris Steinocher, handing over our last mortgage…
Read MoreGet to Know: Climate First Bank
Get to Know: Climate First Bank Where Banking Meets Climate Action and Community Values In a world grappling with challenges posed by climate change, Climate First Bank emerges as a visionary leader with a unique mission. Founded on June 1, 2021, in St. Petersburg, Florida, this groundbreaking institution stands as the world’s first FDIC-insured community…
Read MoreGet to Know LSP Chair Dr. Leslie Hafer
Get to Know Leadership St. Pete® Chair, Dr. Leslie Hafer! As one of the oldest leadership programs in the country, Leadership St. Pete seeks to identify, recruit, and develop leaders who represent the diversity of our local community. Through class interaction and discussions with community leaders, LSP stimulates creative thinking, and, ultimately, community leaders emerge…
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