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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 Date: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 Time: Doors open for VIP at 4:30pm & GA at 5:30pm till 8pm Location: The Floridian Social Presenting Sponsors Hosted by For the full list of sponsors, please click here. About Good ‘Burger In honor…

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Leadership & Advocacy

Co-Working Space Options for Hurricane Idalia Victims

September 8, 2023

Co-Working Businesses Offer Options for Hurricane Idalia Victims   Although Hurricane Idalia remained 100+ miles off the coast of Pinellas County, the timing of the tides and full moon caused many homes to suffer damage that will leave residents displaced for weeks or even months. A damage assessment of St.…

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5 Tips to Prepare for the LSP Application

September 6, 2023

5 tips to prepare for the LSP application Applications for Leadership St. Pete opens every fall. To better understand what to expect, the LSP Planning Committee rounded up five tips to help you prepare. 1. Attend an upcoming info session and open house. To learn more about the program and…

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Get to Know 2024 LSP Chair, Dr. Leslie Hafer!

August 24, 2023

Get to Know Leadership St. Pete® Chair, Dr. Leslie Hafer! As one of the oldest leadership programs in the country, Leadership St. Pete seeks to identify, recruit, and develop leaders who represent the diversity of our local community. Through class interaction and discussions with community leaders, LSP stimulates creative thinking,…

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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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