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Entrepreneurial Academy: Mattie’s Story to Success

Fall 2023 Entrepreneurial Academy Graduation Mattie Velasco’s Story: Struggles – The Entrepreneurial Academy – Success Introduction to Mattie & The Spring Entrepreneurial Academy As we look forward to the Spring 2024 Entrepreneurial Academy, we’re inspired by stories of transformation. Mattie Velasco’s journey, in particular, stands out. From her battles with addiction to founding Open Forum Strategy,…

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Egmont Key: Past, Present and Future

Egmont Key Lighthouse

Tara Hubbard giving a tour to The St. Pete Chamber and our members during their ribbon cutting. Egmont Key: A Legacy of Conservation, History, and the Hubbard Family’s Dedication Introduction We recently did a Ribbon Cutting for the Egmont Key Ferry at Fort Desoto. That is where we learned so much. Nestled at the mouth…

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Remembering David Pizzo

Remembering Dave Pizzo Dear Members, Working a lifetime for our region, I have been blessed, humbled and shaped by amazing leaders who show up and care for our community. We lost one of those leaders to cancer recently – David Pizzo,  Market President for Florida Blue. It’s not an exaggeration to write that he had…

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Sunshine City Happiness Survey: First Two Months Results

Sunshine City Happiness Survey: First Two Months Results   By: Julianna Kinser Happiness Survey Intern & Eckerd College student       March 1, 2024 | Greetings, St. Petersburg! The happiness survey is progressing smoothly, and we’re excited to provide an update. As indicated by the happiness meter, Wellbeing has risen by 6% since our…

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The St. Pete Chamber’s Guide to Localtopia!

The St. Pete Chamber’s Guide to LOCALTOPIA Localtopia is St. Petersburg’s largest community celebration, dedicated entirely to local businesses and non-profits. This unique event, the only one of its kind to exclusively feature St. Pete-based entities, will showcase over 300 of our city’s favorite independent businesses and community organizations. More than just a festival, Localtopia…

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Gas Plant District: Mixed-Use Development Essential for Transformative Success

Gas Plant District: Mixed-Use Development Essential for Transformative Success By: Jessica Icerman – Stearns, Weaver, Miller Chair | Housing, Land Use & Development (HLUD) Committee St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce         No question—we all want the Gas Plant District redevelopment to be a success in equity. The Rays/Hines Proposal includes various methods…

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Annual Meeting Recap: All in for all.

All In: A Recap of our 2024 Annual Meeting  Missed our 125th Annual Meeting? Here’s some of our favorite moments.   January 29, 2024 Last Friday, January 26, The St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated it’s 125th Annual Meeting presented by the Tampa Bay Rays, and hosted at the Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg…

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A Grand Slam for St. Pete: Why the Tampa Bay Rays’ New Stadium and Gas Plant District Redevelopment Is A Win for the Entire Community

A Grand Slam for St. Pete: Why the Tampa Bay Rays’ New Stadium and Gas Plant District Redevelopment Is A Win for the Entire Community The St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce enthusiastically supports the Tampa Bay Rays’ plans to build a new stadium and, in partnership with Hines, redevelop the Historic Gas Plant District.…

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Uncovering the Science of Joy in the Sunshine City

Uncovering the Science of Joy in the Sunshine City By: Julianna Kinser Happiness Project Intern & Eckerd College student       The St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce is collaborating with the St. Pete Center at Eckerd College to initiate a survey that delves into the well-being of St. Petersburg residents and workers. Can…

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