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Storm Mitigation & Recovery Resources
Storm Mitigation & Recovery Resources As storms become more frequent and severe, the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce is committed to helping our community stay prepared, resilient, and informed. This Storm Mitigation and Recovery Resource Page brings together critical information and tools to support businesses and residents before, during, and after a storm. From…
Read MoreA recap of our 126th Annual Meeting!
St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce Hosts 126th Annual Meeting, Showcasing Resilience and Building Back On February 4, 2025, we proudly celebrated our 126th Annual Meeting at the Mahaffey Theater, gathering leaders, members, and supporters for an evening of reflection, recognition, and a commitment to building a thriving community. The evening commenced with a moving performance…
Read MoreThinking Outside the ‘Burg – Atlanta Edition
Lessons Learned: Thinking Outside the ‘Burg – Atlanta Edition Thinking Outside the ‘Burg is the Chamber’s annual benchmarking trip to discover successful strategies used by other cities to bring home to St. Pete. For the 2024 trip, the Chamber’s planning committee chose to visit Atlanta, GA where more than 50 of St. Pete’s business…
Read MoreHurricane Recovery Resources From St. Pete Chamber Members
Hurricane Recovery Resources From St. Pete Chamber Members The St. Petersburg Chamber Sustainability Committee toured the damage in Ft. Myers from Hurricane Ian in 2023 and brought back many lessons learned about how to prepare and best practices for dealing with the aftermath of a storm. Our community did not think we would need to…
Read More“What’s on the Ballot?” Guide to 2025 Ballot Initiatives
“What’s on the Ballot?” Guide to 2025 Ballot Initiatives Did you know that there will be more than ten ballot initiatives on the 2024 General Election ballot in Pinellas County? This includes six state amendments, one school referendum and seven county ballot questions. Â Before you head to the polls on November 5th, walk in…
Read MoreSt. Petersburg voters learn & inquire at Meet the Candidates event
St. Petersburg voters learn & inquire at Meet the Candidates event The St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce organized the biannual Meet the Candidates event on August 6, located at Tropicana Field. Â The Tampa Bay Rays and Orlando Health were co-presentors of this event which featured the only opportunity in St. Petersburg for voters…
Read MoreMatt Shapiro of 1771 Designs
Highlighting Local Artist, Matt Shapiro, of 1771 Designs at The St. Pete Store & Visitor Center At The St. Pete Store, we’re proud to showcase the incredible talent and creativity of local artists. Now, we’re shining a spotlight on Matt Shapiro, the visionary behind 1771 Designs. You might recognize the Shapiro name from the renowned…
Read MoreThe Annual Sunrise Sale
Celebrate the Annual Sunrise Sale & Discover the St. Pete Store & Visitor Center Sunrise Sale History The annual Sunrise Sale, a beloved tradition in St. Petersburg, has been lighting up the summer mornings since 1973. Launched by the Downtown Business Association to support local brick-and-mortar businesses during the slower summer months, this event has…
Read MoreThinking Outside the ‘Burg – Atlanta Edition (2024)
Thinking Outside the ‘Burg – Atlanta Thinking Outside the ‘Burg is the Chamber’s annual benchmarking trip to discover successful strategies to bring home and grow smarter. For the 2024 trip, we’ve chosen to visit Atlanta, GA where more than 60 of St. Pete’s greatest leaders from a variety of backgrounds and industries will convene to…
Read MoreMember Bright Spot: The UPS Store 6886 – 4th St & 7th Ave
Spotlight on The UPS Store – Historic Uptown St. Petersburg – More Than Shipping The UPS Store – Historic Uptown St. Petersburg Location: 740 4th Street North, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701 Store Hours: – Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM – Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM – Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:00…
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