Community Leadership
Hurricane Relief Fund for LSP Alumni in Need
Hurricane Relief Efforts for LSP Alumni in Need In the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, we know that the St. Pete community has a long road to recovery. For years, Leadership St. Pete (LSP) and the Leadership St. Pete Alumni Association (LSPAA) have stood strong in supporting the St. Pete community. Now, we are…
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. Â Our community did not think we would need…
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 MorePSTA Engaging with the St. Pete Young Professionals
PSTA Engaging with the St. Pete Young Professionals Engaging the Future: SPYP Welcomes Bob Lasher from PSTA On August 1st, the St. Petersburg Young Professionals (SPYP) gathered for their monthly Engagement Meeting at the St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce. These meetings, held on the first Thursday of each month, provide a platform for young professionals…
Read MoreSaving Summer Retail Best Practices
Recap: “Saving Summer: Retail Best Practices Forum” at The St. Petersburg Greenhouse The “Saving Summer: Retail Best Practices Forum,” hosted by The St. Petersburg Greenhouse, brought together local retail leaders and small business owners to discuss strategies for overcoming the unique challenges of running a retail business during the slower summer months. The forum provided…
Read MoreApplying to LSP’s Class of 2025: What You Need to Know
Applying to LSP’s Class of 2025: What You Need to Know Applying to the Leadership St. Pete (LSP) Class of 2025 is a unique opportunity to join a select group of leaders dedicated to making a positive impact in our community. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a rising star in your field, this program…
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 MoreCommunity Project Info Session Recap
Applications open for Leadership St. Pete Community Project Attention Nonprofits! Leadership St. Pete (LSP) is seeking a beneficiary for its 2025 Community Project. Each LSP class gives back to the community by annually fundraising and working hands-on to improve a nonprofit’s site or facility. Formerly known as the Class Project, we’ve renamed to the Community Project to…
Read MoreCongratulations to the LSP Class of 2024!
Congratulations to the Leadership St. Pete Class of 2024 Congratulations to the Class of 2024 on graduating from the LSP program led by Class Chair Dr. Leslie Hafer, Provost at St. Petersburg College. Their passion and commitment to each other, the program, and St. Pete is inspiring. Join us in congratulating the LSP Class…
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…
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