Weekly Wave

September 6, 2022

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Friday's Business Before Hours Sponsored by CRC Data Technologies is SOLD OUT! No walk-ins can be accommodated. Please call (850) 837-6241 to be added to our wait list.

Rep. Maney's Office Announces Speaker Appointed Vacancies

Take a look at the available opportunities for Florida Speaker of the House appointed vacancies on boards, commissions and councils. For details, contact Rep. Maney's office here.

Northwest Florida State College Seeks Your Input on Strategic Plan

NWFSC is moving into its third and final year of the current strategic plan and is seeking feedback on the perceptions of the college through an online survey. The data collected will serve as a baseline for one of our measures, and we will follow up with a similar survey later in the planning year to compare the results. The anonymous survey should take 3 - 5 minutes to complete. The deadline to complete the survey is Wednesday, Sept. 14.

Okaloosa Health Summit Planned for September 8

Is there an issue you’re passionate about? Do you want to improve the walkability of our communities, increase mental health services for students, help new parents raise healthier babies, or advance the health of Okaloosans in other ways? If so, the Okaloosa County Health Department invites you to be a part of a team of people who will make a difference! Mark your calendars now for the Okaloosa Health Summit on Sept. 8. Register here.

Business Tax Receipt Renewals for FY 2023

It’s time to renew your Destin Business Tax Receipts (BTRs). To avoid any late fees, renewal payments are due by Sept. 30. For step-by-step instructions, visit www.cityofdestin.com/btr.

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Ready To Add New Employees To Your Team?

Check out our Job Board! To add your own job listing, log into our Member Portal. If you need your login information, send us an email at mail@DestinChamber.com.

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.

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.

Councilmembers Braden and Wagner to Speak at Destin Chamber Breakfast

Sociallee PR & Digital Media Receives National Certification

9th Annual Field of Valor hosted by the Niceville Exchange Club

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital Celebrates $100 Million Expansion

Eglin Federal Credit Union breaks ground on its new Freeport Branch

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida Announces Annual Fenner Ride Cycling Event

Eavesdrop on a Concert

Okaloosa and Walton County Traffic Advisory

Sun Country Airlines Extends Schedule Through Spring 2023

Sinfonia Gulf Coast Launches 2022-2023 Season

NWFSC's Foundation Hosts Annual Reception

Hello Frances Podcast: Just Breathe; Live podcast recording with McKenzie Burleigh

Emerald Coast Theatre Company Launches 10th Anniversary Season

Bit-Wizards Donates to Two Choctaw High School Organizations

Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation Announces Call for Adult Collaborative Artists for 27th Annual Festival

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Young Professionals of Destin Sunset Social Speed Networking Sponsored by The Edge Seafood Restaurant and SkyBar

Tuesday, September 6 | 5 - 7 p.m.

Location: The Edge Seafood Restaurant and SkyBar

Registration and payment required

Launch into fall with new connections, friends and opportunities with the Young Professionals of Destin and our sponsor The Edge Seafood Restaurant and SkyBar!

Military Affairs Council (MAC) Meeting

Wednesday, September 7 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: Destin Chamber

Find details here

Our speaker will be Col. William David Deitch, 96th Test Wing, Staff Judge Advocate.

No Cost Business Consulting

Thursday, September 8 | 12:30 - 2 p.m.

Destin Chamber

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Florida SBDC at UWF Business Consultant Diana Jernigan will be available for impromptu meetings assisting with business challenges or opportunities. These meetings are confidential, no-cost, and allow you skip the traditional wait period after you request consulting from the Florida SBDC.

Business Before Hours Sponsored by CRC Data Technologies

Friday, September 9 | 7:30 - 9 a.m.

Location: Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village

SOLD OUT!

Find details here

Please join us for our Sept. 9 Business Before Hours Sponsored by CRC Data Technologies and featuring non-profit spotlight Destin Rotary Club. Rodney Braden and Bobby Wagner, both candidates for Destin Mayor, will share their platforms and answer questions.

Destin Tourism & Hospitality Lunch: Panel Recapping Summer 2022

Wednesday, September 21 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: The Palms Coffee House, Sports Lounge & Good Vibes Bar

Registration and payment required

Panelists include Jackie Blue, Director of Sales & Marketing at The Island by Hotel RL; Tyler Jarvis, CoFounder/Operating Partner of Bald & The Beard Restaurant Group; and Steve Stephenson, Assistant General Manager of The Crab Trap Destin. We will discuss consumer trends, employee management, takeaways for 2023, and more.

Progressive Business After Hours at Regatta Commons

Thursday, September 22 | 5 - 6:30 p.m.

Location: Start & End at Destin Chamber

Registration and payment required

Join us, Emerald Coast Business Intermediaries, Matthews & Jones LLP, and Priority Title for our 2nd Progressive Business After Hours at Regatta Commons! Guests will check-in at the Destin Chamber and will receive a map to explore other businesses and delicious food and beverages around the office park.

Save the Date for our 2022 Signature Events

November 17 - 10th Annual Bourbon at the Bay Presented by Hand Arendall Harrison Sale

December 13 - Annual Holiday & Awards Party Presented by Trustmark

Sponsorships are available! Contact mail@DestinChamber.com for details.

Ongoing through Friday, October 21

Mattie Kelly Arts Center Galleries at Northwest Florida State College Present My Body is a Battleground: Dong Kyu Kim

Tuesday, September 6

Lawn Games in Grand Park

Wednesday, September 7

Lawn Games in Grand Park

Eavesdrop on a Concert

Thursday, September 8

Lawn Games in Grand Park

Okaloosa Island Boat Basin Ribbon Cutting

Join Brookdale Destin for a Walk-In Job Fair

LuLu’s Destin Hosts Weekly Job Fairs Every Thursday

White-Wilson Medical Center presents Power Your Parenting - Tips For a Healthy School Year

Darts & Music at the American Legion Post 296

Friday, September 9

Lawn Games in Grand Park

Nail Drivers' Charity Golf Tournament

Karaoke at American Legion Post 296

Saturday, September 10

Lawn Games in Grand Park

Grand Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market

9th Annual Field of Valor

Big Scoop!

MKAF Fall Flix: The Wizard of Oz

Sunday, September 11

Lawn Games in Grand Park

Sunday Breakfast at American Legion Post 296

Sunday Brunch at 790

Monday, September 12

Lawn Games in Grand Park

Destin Fishing Rodeo Judges Meeting

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.

October 4 - Meraki Solar

October 13 - South Oak Title

November 3 - 790

Congratulations to HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital on last week's ribbon cutting celebrating the opening of the first phase of its new $100 million, four-story, 95,000-square-foot patient tower and 10,000-square-foot renovated dietary space, which includes a kitchen and café!

Thank You To Our Renewing Members

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