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A Regional Win for Tampa Bay: Federal Grant Advances PSTA Tampa Bay Ferry Service
A Regional Win for Tampa Bay: Federal Grant Advances PSTA Tampa Bay Ferry Service By: Gracie Glover St. Petersburg Chamber Advocacy Intern 2026 University of South Florida, Tampa Campus, Masters Student The announcement of a $16.5 million federal grant for a new Tampa Bay ferry marks more than a transportation upgrade—it represents the culmination…
Read MoreLeadership St. Pete Announces Executive and Planning Committee Appointments and the Opening of Class of 2027 Applications
Leadership St. Pete (LSP), the premier leadership program of the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce, announces the selection of the Executive and Planning Committees for the Class of 2027. Since 1970, LSP has graduated more than 1,600 alumni in support of its mission to identify, recruit, and develop leaders who represent the diversity of…
Read MoreMeet the Candidates 2026: St. Pete Community Connects Ahead of the Primary Election
Meet the Candidates 2026: St. Pete Community Connects Ahead of the Primary Election By: Gracie Glover St. Petersburg Chamber Advocacy Intern 2026 University of South Florida, Tampa Campus, Masters Student On August 6, the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed more than 330 residents, business leaders, and community members to Tropicana Field for…
Read MoreColumn: Florida businesses overlook neurodiverse workers as talent shortage persists and turnover costs mount. By Michelle Detweiler
Column: Florida businesses overlook neurodiverse workers as talent shortage persists and turnover costs mount Inclusive hiring of neurodiverse workers shows a 90% retention rate while Florida faces a critical labor gap. Chris Madden By Michelle Detweiler – Contributing writer Published by Tampa Bay Business Journal June 26, 2026 Across Florida, business owners are struggling to…
Read MoreThinking Outside the ‘Burg – New Orleans Edition
Lessons Learned: Thinking Outside the ‘Burg – New Orleans Edition In May, a delegation of business, civic, and community leaders from the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce traveled to New Orleans as part of our annual Thinking Outside the ’Burg benchmarking program. The trip explored how another Gulf Coast city has navigated major challenges…
Read MoreNational Civics Bee: Celebrating Bright Minds and Civics
National Civics Bee: Celebrating Bright Minds and Civics By: Gracie Glover St. Petersburg Chamber Advocacy Intern 2026 University of South Florida, Tampa Campus, Masters Student This year, the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce partnered with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to host the 2026 National Civics Bee regional competition—a nonpartisan event designed…
Read MoreState of the Island 2026: Advancing Restoration and Stewardship at Egmont Key
State of the Island: Advancing Restoration and Stewardship at Egmont Key By: Gracie Glover St. Petersburg Chamber Advocacy Intern 2026 University of South Florida, Tampa Campus, Masters Student This year, the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce partnered with the Egmont Key Alliance and regional leaders to host the 2026 State of the Island: Egmont…
Read MoreLSP Class of 2026 selects Lealman and Asian Neighborhood Family Center for its Community Project
LSP Class of 2026 selects Lealman and Asian Neighborhood Family Center for its Community Project The Leadership St. Pete® (LSP) Class of 2026 is proud to announce the Lealman and Asian Neighborhood Family Center (LANFC) as the beneficiary of its Community Project. This year’s project will upgrade the community and family center’s grounds, including beautifying the…
Read MoreNew Workforce Initiative Expands Training and Job Opportunities in South St. Pete CRA – St. Pete College
New Workforce Initiative Expands Training and Job Opportunities in South St. Pete CRA – St. Pete College This article was originally published by St. Pete College and is shared here for informational purposes. St. Petersburg College and the City of St. Petersburg are launching the St. Pete Works: EDGE workforce initiative, a three-year, $6M program…
Read More2026 National Civics Bee – St. Pete is a Regional Host
ABOUT THE BEE The St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to host a nonpartisan civics competition that encourages young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Participating 6th, 7th and 8th graders will flex their civics knowledge for a chance to win recognition…
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