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The St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce shall be the preeminent leader of business in order to ensure the economic growth and vitality for all in our community.

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Thinking 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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2024 Good ‘Burger Awards

2024 Good ‘Burger Awards Presented by the Bank of Tampa and Compass Land & Title About Good ‘Burger In honor of a former mayor who referred to his citizens as “burgers” (as in St. Petersburgers), the Good ‘Burger Awards were established to honor large and small business owners, and community leaders who contribute in a…

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Leadership & Advocacy

A Grand Slam for St. Pete: Why the Tampa Bay Rays’ New Stadium and Gas Plant District Redevelopment Is A Win for the Entire Community

January 23, 2024

A Grand Slam for St. Pete: Why the Tampa Bay Rays’ New Stadium and Gas Plant District Redevelopment Is A Win for the Entire Community The St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce enthusiastically supports the Tampa Bay Rays’ plans to build a new stadium and, in partnership with Hines, redevelop…

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Uncovering the Science of Joy in the Sunshine City

December 14, 2023

Uncovering the Science of Joy in the Sunshine City By: Julianna Kinser Happiness Project Intern & Eckerd College student       The St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce is collaborating with the St. Pete Center at Eckerd College to initiate a survey that delves into the well-being of St.…

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2023 Class Project

September 18, 2023

2023 LSP Class Project Project Goals IMPROVE Become an incubator for equity and justice work TRANSFORM Turn unused and outdated classrooms into hubs for social change UPGRADE Create collaborative, tech-supported spaces for local change-makers Leadership St. Pete® Class of 2023 Conscious Collaboration Class Project The LSP Class of 2023 is…

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Business Growth & Navigation

Get to Know Whiskers Workspace

August 23, 2024

Get to Know Whiskers Workspace Where Productivity Meets Feline Companionship Opening on August 15, Whiskers Workspace LLC is poised to transform the co-working landscape in St. Petersburg. Founded by Diane Emery, this innovative space seamlessly blends a professional work environment with the calming presence of cats, offering a unique haven…

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The Ribbon Cutting at The Barn UPT

Celebrating: The Barn UPT’s Ribbon Cutting

April 1, 2024

The Ribbon Cutting at The Barn UPT The Barn UPT: Ribbon Cutting and Beyond  Introducing The Barn UPT: This past week, the St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce had the privilege of commemorating a significant milestone for one of our cherished community gems, The Barn UPT. Celebrating its first anniversary with…

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Entrepreneurial Academy: Mattie’s Story to Success

March 25, 2024

Fall 2023 Entrepreneurial Academy Graduation Mattie Velasco’s Story: Struggles – The Entrepreneurial Academy – Success Introduction to Mattie & The Spring Entrepreneurial Academy As we look forward to the Spring 2024 Entrepreneurial Academy, we’re inspired by stories of transformation. Mattie Velasco’s journey, in particular, stands out. From her battles with addiction…

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