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December 13, 2022

Good afternoon, Elizabeth!

Tonight, we will celebrate our Annual Holiday & Awards Party Presented by Trustmark! This cocktail social honors the Chamber's most outstanding members with the presentation of four awards, including Business Person of the Year Sponsored by Trustmark, Ann Gibson Community Service Award Sponsored by Okaloosa Gas, the Chairman's Award for Volunteer Service, and the Paul Woolman Ambassador of the Year.


Thank you to our sponsors, including presenting sponsor Trustmark, awards sponsors Okaloosa Gas and Trustmark, bar sponsor HCA Florida Fort Walton - Destin Hospital and food station sponsors Eglin Federal Credit Union and Okaloosa Gas.

Property Insurance Special Session

On Dec. 6, Florida legislative leaders issued a formal proclamation calling lawmakers back to Tallahassee for 2022 Special Session A, which began at 10 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 12, and is scheduled to end no later than Friday, Dec. 16, at 11:59 p.m. 


The proposed House and Senate Bills are identical. You may view the legislation here.


The legislature will also consider targeted tax relief for homeowners affected by Hurricanes Ian and Nicole and a statewide toll credit program that is a priority of Governor Ron DeSantis. 

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Perks of Your Chamber Membership


Affordable Health Insurance for Your Employees

We are pleased to offer an ACA-compliant group health benefits solution that offers premium savings from 10-20% compared to traditional carrier plans. View details here.


Healthiest You by Teladoc is a high-quality virtual care solution designed to serve businesses and their employees who cannot afford traditional health insurance. View details here.


Check out the most recent updates and news pertaining to healthcare.


Savings On Your Email Marketing Program

As a chamber member, you receive some great benefits from our partnership with Constant Contact, including special savings on email marketing. Click here to see how you can save up to 25%.


Save $ On Office Supplies

Did you know Destin Chamber members save money on office supplies by ordering online with Office Depot? Visit https://odams.officedepot.com/registrations/portal.php?a=66487355 to sign up.

Holiday Gifts for Emerald Coast Children's Advocacy Center


Open for the Perfect Holiday Gifts!


Read the December 2022 Issue of Destin Life


SimpleHR Celebrates 20th Year in Business


State Representative Patt Maney Tackles Legislative Committees and Property Insurance


Support NFB: Year End Giving & Peter Pan Tickets


A Holiday Visit by Billy Claus and The LuLuBelles


Tickets on Sale for 2023 Emerald Ball Benefiting Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast


Will You Help a Veteran this Christmas — and Beyond?


WWCF Provides Special Olympics Athletes with Free Sports Physicals


Okaloosa Superintendent Marcus Chambers and District Programs Highlighted by the Florida Association


From Supplying Office Equipment to Medical Supplies, Find Out How You Can Help Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge


Northwest Florida State College Joins AWS Academy to Equip Students with In-Demand Cloud Computing Skills


Special Olympics Athletes to Receive Free Sports Physicals


Happy Hollandaise! Order Ruby Slipper Catering Today!


Tickets Now on Sale for the 7th Annual Palate and Palette Wine Dinner & Live Painting Event


Want to see your business news, blogs and awards listed here? Send your updates to espies@DestinChamber.com.

2022 Awards Party
Young Professionals

Young Professionals of Destin Sunset Social Sponsored by Beach Liquors

Thursday, January 12 | 5 - 7 p.m.

Location: Beach Liquors

Registration and payment required


Start 2023 with new connections, friends and opportunities! Join the Young Professionals of Destin and our sponsor Beach Liquors for the first Sunset Social of the year. 

BusinessBeforeHours

Business Before Hours & Annual Membership Meeting

Friday, January 13 | 7:30 - 9 a.m.

Location: LuLu's Destin

Registration and payment required.


Please join us as the gavel is passed to our 2023 Chairman of the Board Jason Belcher of FNBT Bank, and our 2023 Board of Directors is inducted.

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Tourism & Hospitality Lunch: Focus on Ecotourism with Alex Fogg

Wednesday, January 18 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: TBA

Registration and payment are required.


Okaloosa County's Coastal Resource Manager Alex Fogg will talk ecotourism and his work with lionfish, artificial reefs and more.

Community Events

Ongoing through Sunday, December 25

Grand Boulevard's Festival of Trees Benefiting 12 Local Charities


Tuesday, December 13

Destin Chamber's Annual Holiday & Awards Party Presented by Trustmark

Music Bingo at Fatboys

Rock'n Bingo at Landshark's Pizza

Emerald Coast Theatre Company - The Best Christmas Pageant Ever


Wednesday, December 14

Emerald Coast Theatre Company - The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

Emerald Coast Theatre Company- Christmas Cabaret at the Boulevard


Thursday, December 15 - Sunday, December 18

Photos with Santa Claus


Thursday, December 15

Darts & Music at the American Legion Post 296

Act 4 Murder Mystery Dinner at 790

Emerald Coast Theatre Company - The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

Ladies Night at McGuire's Destin


Friday, December 16

Grand Boulevard's Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides, Carolers & Photos with Santa

Destin Commons presents A Jolly Jubilee

Village of Baytowne Wharf presents The Mean One

Karaoke at American Legion Post 296

Emerald Coast Theatre Company - The Best Christmas Pageant Ever


Saturday, December 17

Grand Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market

Baytowne Wharf Farmers Market

Destin Commons presents A Jolly Jubilee

The Island Resort presents The Grump

Grand Boulevard's Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides, Carolers & Photos with Santa

Emerald Coast Theatre Company - The Best Christmas Pageant Ever


Sunday, December 18

Sunday Breakfast at American Legion Post 296

Sunday Brunch at 790

Destin Commons presents A Jolly Jubilee

The Island Resort presents The Grump

Emerald Coast Theatre Company - The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

A Photo With Santa


Monday, December 19 - Friday, December 23

Grand Boulevard's Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides, Carolers & Photos with Santa


Monday, December 19

Hilton Holidays - Gingerbread Welcome

Bingo Fundraiser at American Legion Post 296


If you would like your event listed here, please submit it to the Events Calendar at DestinChamber.com. Be sure to include your company name, as we only publish events of Destin Chamber members.

January 19 - Crumbl Cookies (Details coming soon)

850 Flow Boutique LLC


98 BBQ


AdvantaClean of the Emerald Coast


Crumbl Cookies


Naples Soap Company

Thank You To Our Renewing Members
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