October 1, 2019

Greetings! Along with presenting sponsor Cox Business , we are excited to introduce the first Destin Business Technology Summit / BizTech! It will take place Oct. 30, at The Henderson . This daylong conference and expo will connect Destin area small business owners and employees with the technology-related information and companies they need to improve their business operations and protect their electronic assets. The early bird rate of $40 for Destin Chamber members is available until Oct. 24. Limited seating is available. Please register for BizTech here. Thank you to presenting sponsor Cox Business , breakout sponsor Warren Averett , and booth sponsors Kloud 7 and Planet Secure !

The Florida Chamber's Quarterly Small Business Index Survey help ensure its Florida Business Agenda is addressing the needs and concerns of small business owners across the state. Please take a few moments to ensure your voice is heard in Tallahassee.

Whether your target market is local businesses and residents or those who visit us on an annual basis, the Destin Area Visitor's & Relocation Guide is a great value for your advertising dollar. As the only advertising publication of the Destin Chamber, 17,500 copies are printed and distributed each year to members, visitors, and residents.  For more information, please call (850) 837-6241 or email sarah@DestinChamber.com .

Would you like to recognize your outstanding boss or coworker? We are now accepting nominations for the 2019 Business Person of the Year and Ann Gibson Community Service Award ! Nominations are due by Nov. 8. The awards will be presented at the Holiday & Awards Party Presented by Fort Walton Beach Medical Center and Twin Cities Hospital , on Dec. 17, at Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village. Recent Business Person of the Year Award Winners 2018 - Bill Lindsley, SimpleHR 2017 - Bob Perry, Destin Commons 2016 - Kim Wintner, Alliance Association Management Co. Inc. 2015 - Kathy and Ken Whidden, Emerald Coast Chiropractic   Recent Ann Gibson Community Service Award Winners 2018 - Jerry Sullivan, Century 21 Blue Marlin Pelican 2017 - Dion Moniz, Hand Arendall Harrison Sale LLC 2016 - Jason Belcher, FNBT Bank 2015 - Jeanne Dailey, Newman-Dailey Resort Properties, Inc.

Need some solid business advice? Every Thursday, a representative from the Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at UWF hosts "Shop Talk" Thursday in our office from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. There is no charge for this service and appointments are not necessary. Stop by and find the help you need.

Did you know Destin Chamber members save money on office supplies with Office Depot? Click here to print a store purchasing card to use in the Destin location or visit www.mychamberadvantage.com/Chamber_SignUp to sign up online.

Business Before Hours Sponsored by Trustmark National Bank Friday, October 11 | 7:30 - 9 a.m. Location: LuLu's Click here to register for breakfast. Join us for Business Before Hours sponsored by Trustmark National Bank and featuring non-profit partners Fore Her, Inc and Junior League of the Emerald Coast ! Start your day with a beautiful bay view, a hearty breakfast, and networking.

Destin Business Technology Summit / BizTech Wednesday, October 30 | 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Location: The Henderson Register for BizTech here.

Along with presenting sponsor Cox Business , we are holding a daylong conference and expo connecting Destin area small business owners and employees with the technology-related information and companies they need to improve their business operations and protect their electronic assets. From IT 101 and business continuity plans to cybersecurity and infrastructure discussions, topics are designed to appeal to a wide range of needs and experience.   Sponsorships are available, and registration is open. The early bird rate for Destin Chamber members expires Oct. 24.   Thank you to presenting sponsor Cox Business , breakout sponsor Warren Averett , and booth sponsors Kloud 7 and Planet Secure !

Business After Hours Sponsored by SunDestin Beach Resort! Thursday, October 24 | 5 - 6:30 p.m. Location: Rosada Bar & Grill Register for Business After Hours here.

7th Annual Bourbon at the Bay Presented by Hand Arendall Harrison Sale Thursday, November 21 | 5:30 - 8 p.m. Location: Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club Buy Bourbon at the Bay tickets here.   Kick off your holiday season – and shopping – in style!

Sample bourbon, scotch, and champagne, try your luck in the  Destin Commons  wine pull, bid on your choice of gifts, trips, and more in the  Fort Walton Beach Medical Center  silent auction, and enjoy decadent bourbon-infused fondue from  The Melting Pot . New this year is the  Beach Liquors  VIP Room!   Thank you to our presenting sponsor  Hand Arendall Harrison Sale , VIP room sponsor  Beach Liquors , wine pull sponsor  Destin Commons , silent auction sponsor  Fort Walton Beach Medical Center  and cocktail napkin sponsor  Okaloosa Gas !   Tickets are $45 and may be purchased  here . A limited number of VIP tickets are available for $65 and may be purchased by calling (850) 837-6241.   For sponsorship information, please click here .

Military Affairs Council (MAC) Meeting Wednesday, October 2 | 12 - 1 p.m. Location: Destin Chamber Find details here.

Tourism Committee Presents A 2020 Common Sense Service Strategy to Build Your Tourism Business Thursday, October 24 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club Register for Tourism Committee here. World recognized service expert Teresa Allen will share insights into how to meet and exceed guest service expectations through lagniappe hospitality, customize service for varied guest personalities and generations, and make it right when things go wrong.

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