st petersburg area chamber of commerce 2012 annual report
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St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce2012 ANNUAL REPORT
1 ST. PETERSBURG AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL REPORT 2012
Chris SteinocherPresident and CEO,St. Petersburg Area
Chamber of Commerce
LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT AND CEO
Happy New Year!
Thank you for taking a moment to review our 2012 Annual Report.
You’ll find this report to be an amazing reflection of so many people who have generously given oftheir time, energy, resources and – most importantly – their hearts and souls.
It’s the magic of this Chamber.
The passion of our members is contagious. At every level: Governing Board, Ambassadors,Council Members and Volunteers. They share and display a deep care and concern for the successof each other… of this community… and of this Chamber.
They inspire me every day. They are the “bright spots” for how we continue to grow our efforts.
And while caring for each other and for this community has become our second nature, we remain focused on our primary responsibility – to support the success of our business community and to enhance the climate for continued growth.
I’m proud of the progress we’ve made and filled with excitement for the opportunities ahead.
Sincerely,
Chris Steinocher President and CEO
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Board of Governors – page 2Growing Business Council – page 3Green Council – page 4Promotions Council – page 5Public Policy Council – page 6Women’s Leadership Council – page 7Chamber Ambassadors – page 8St. Pete Young Professionals – page 9Leadership St. Pete – page 10New Signature Events – page 112012 Measures – page 12Member Listing – page 13
ABOUT OUR THEME
This year’s theme was “stolen” from the book, Switch: How To Change When Change Is Hard.
Special thanks to Dan Heath, co-author of this book for joining us at our annual meeting.
“Bright spots” is a mindset. Rather than always lamenting on what is wrong or how hard it is to change, it inspires us to look for what is right in our community and organizations, identify what is working, learn why, and clone it.
Share your bright spot with us @ facebook.com/SPChamberofCommerce or #BrightSpotsStPete
OfficersCHAIR David Punzak, Managing Partner, Carlton Fields
VICE CHAIR Marcus Greene, Senior Vice President, BB&T Bank - Gulf Coast Region
SECRETARY/TREASURER William Ulbricht, President, St. Anthony’s Health Care
Board of GovernorsMichelle Bauer, Founder & Chief Strategist, Common Language
Timothy Bogott, President/CEO, Tradewinds Island Resort
Jill Braff, Executive VP of Digital Commerce, HSN, Inc.
Terrence “Terry” Brett, Owner, Brett Funeral Home
Sue Brody, President, Bayfront Health System
Tim Coop, Area President, Hancock Bank
Charles Daye, SVP of Human Resources, Ceridian
Bill Edwards, CEO, Mortgage Investors Corporation
Dr. Judy Genshaft, President, University of South Florida
Joel Giles, Partner, Carlton Fields
Bill Goede, Market President, Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Andi Gordon, Advertising Manager, Tampa Bay Times
John Higgins, Senior Vice President & General Counsel, Tampa Bay Rays
Matt Frey, Owner, Frey & Assoc. Investment Advisors
W. Gregory Holden, Vice President, Manning & Napier Advisors, LLC
Nick Kouris, Senior Manager Market Development, Florida Blue
Amy Maguire, Vice President, Government & Corporate Affairs, All Children’s Hospital/Johns Hopkins Medicine
Denise McCanless, Vice President, Commercial Lending, C1 Bank
Anne Drake McMullen, VP Business Development, Doyle Wealth Management
William “Billy” Mills, III, President,
DecisionHR Holdings, Inc. & Affiliates
Bill Protz, President, Catalina Marketing Charitable Foundation
Timothy Ramsberger, President and General Manager, Honda Grand Prix of St. Petersburg
Johnathan Stanton, President, LEMA Construction
Michael Vivio, President, Valpak Direct Marketing Systems
Lisa Wannemacher, AIA, President, Wannemacher Jensen Architects, Inc.
Ex Officio MembersQuinn Henderson, Partner, Adams & Reese LLP (General Counsel)
Rick Baker, President, The Edwards Group
Barry Foster, Director & Founder, The Corporate Coaching Center
Laura Fage, Principal, Laura Fage Signature Events & Design
Paul Carder, Retired
Tina Fischer, LSPAA President, Enhanced Process Consulting
Brian Flynn, President & CEO, Palms of Pasadena Hospital
Watson Haynes, President/CEO, Pinellas County Urban League
Robert Kapusta, Managing Partner/President, Fisher & Sauls, P.A.
Noah Lagos, Executive Director, St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport
Dr. Bill Law, President, St. Petersburg College
Linda Osmundson, Executive Director, Community Action Stop Abuse (CASA)
Jeff Rogo, Government Affairs Director, GMS Group
Tish Elston, City Administrator, City of St. Petersburg
Mike Meidel, Director, Pinellas County Economic Development
LETTER FROM THE CHAIR
Dear Chamber Members and Community Partners,
As Chairman of the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce, I have been blessed with the opportunity to be part of a wide range of events, activities and meetings that provide me with a unique perspective into our community.
It’s truly been an eye-opening experience for me – this City has so many good Chamber members working so hard to
make their businesses grow. There’s a tremendous sense of pride and loyalty to this community, and to this Chamber.
It has given me a much deeper appreciation for the role of this Chamber.
While the last two years have been about the Chamber getting strong again, it is my goal for 2013 to deepen our focus. We must once again be part of moving our
community forward. Our businesses depend on progress, a sense of certainty, and setting priorities. We cannot
rest and believe the newfound vibrancy of our City will continue without a plan for growth. Great communities
build on their successes. It is time we identify ours. I look forward to working with our Governing Board, our
Councils and our members on a plan for what matters most – a future of continued and inclusive prosperity.
Finally, I want to thank our 2012 Board and Leadership Team for all their hard work and dedication.
I believe you’ll find the following pages reflect a dedicated group of volunteers who have worked extremely
hard for our Chamber members and for our City. It is through their efforts that we have reestablished the
Chamber as the premier advocacy organization in our wonderful community.
I look forward to serving you in 2013.
Sincerely,
David R. Punzak Chair, 2012-13
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Dave R. PunzakChair, 2012-13
Growing Business CouncilMISSION/VISION: Targeting entrepreneurial and small business growth in our community, this council promotes the efforts of other community organizations educating and supporting the business community, including WorkNet Pinellas and the City of St. Petersburg’s Business Assistance Center.
The Entrepreneurial Academy returned in the Fall of 2012 to great success. A class of 20 eager entrepreneurs at all levels participated – from those that had been in business for years and looking for best practices, to those just out of college considering starting their own firms. The ten week
program was presented by BB&T with media sponsorship from the Tampa Bay Times.
The Entrepreneurial Academy is taught by experts in various fields that come from our Chamber member-companies. The experts who taught the Fall 2012 class covered a wide variety of topics – including ‘how to write a business plan’, ‘how to be bankable,’ and many more. The program was capped off with a graduation dinner held at the St. Petersburg Museum of History.
We are looking forward to holding two Entrepreneurial Academy sessions in 2013:one in the Spring, beginning on March 18th, and another in the Fall.
SPRING 2013 ENTREPRENEURIAL ACADEMY • March 18 - May 20Mondays 6:00pm – 9:00pm • Sign up online: stpete.com/EA
Special thanks to our Chair: Barry Foster; Speakers: Frank Clemente, Al Karnavicius, Juli Steinocher, Pauline Brockman, Wayne Brass, Jim Marshall, Lee Rightmyer, Victoria Bartlett, Robert Boos, Jr., Anne Tedesco, Ellen Janz, Kim Lee, Nichole Morales, Jason Russek, Garrett VonEye, Allen Jernigan, Kerry O’Reilly, David Jones, Michele Cunningham, Sophia Sorolis, Shrimatee Ojah-Mahara, Kurt Forester, Kurt Steinmann, Andrea Tocco, Paul Friedlander, Ron Gregory; Planning Committee: Denise McCanless, John Morrow, Dick Knowles, and Anna Rogers.
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NOTE FROM THEGROWING BUSINESS CHAIR
“We’re in the businessof ‘economic gardening’ -
nurturing the entrepreneursand small businesses of St Pete.
Their growth benefits
all of us.”Denise McCandlessProfessional & Executive
Division Manager,SVP – C1 Bank
Chamber Partner SeminarsIn 2012, we partnered with some of our Advisors to provide valuable information for our members. This year’s sessions included:
•Crossroads in Healthcare – A Check Up for Business Owners On Your Healthcare Future: Featuring Dr. Bruce Flareau, President of BayCare Physician Partners and Executive VP of BayCare Health System, and Jeff Klein, BB&T Senior VP & Associate General Council for Insurance Regulatory Affairs, this informative briefing addressed the future of healthcare in Florida. Sponsored by BB&T.
•Ways for Employer’s to Reduce Workers’ Compensation, Employment & Liability Exposure: Presented by Abbey Adams and featuring David Abbey, Bob Byelick & Joe Mueller, this program addressed key mechanisms for business owners to assess their risk and reduce their costs.
The Chamber’s Growing Business Workshop Series createsvaluable programs for small business owners and employees.These luncheon sessions are led and presented by Chamber members who have expertise in diverse areas and who are able to turn their expertise into a short but impactful educational workshop. This year’s series included the following sessions:
•HSN Exclusive Small Business Panel Discussion with On-Air Personalities, Participants for the HSN Exclusive events: Rhonda Shear, Shear Enterprises; Bill Brown, William Dean Chocolates; Debbee Barker, Flipfold; and Andrea Stark, Andrea Stark Home Collection
•Marketing Your Business Via Referrals and Introduction, Jim Marshall, Sandler Training•How to Collaborate with Other Businesses in Your Community, Al Karnavicius, Bayprint•How Video Marketing Tools Can Help Drive Your Message and
Achieve Results, Ron Laker, Next Century Studios (NCS.tv)
Bright Spots from Our Councils
About the Photos (L/R):
Chris Steinocher addresses the crowd at the unveiling of St. Petersburg’s new recycling bins.
Thanks to Coca Cola Recycling, the City of St. Petersburg and our Green Council, St. Petersburg now has recycling units downtown.
Volunteers of all ages work in one of St. Petersburg’s urban gardens.
Green CouncilMISSION/VISION: Focused on capitalizing on St. Petersburg’s designation as “Florida’s First Green City” and turning this asset into an economic advantage, this council works to ensure the visibility, viability and credibility of our community’s commitment to environmental sustainability.
Highlighting Green BusinessesThe Green Council took the opportunity to highlight some of our community’s green and responsible businesses. From learning more about Pinellas County’s Waste Management to riding electronic assist bicycles and paddle boats at BionX, we saw that being environmentally friendly can also be economically feasible.
Clean, Beautiful and GreenIn 2012, the Green Council decided our number one priority was to establish a pedestrian-friendly recycling program in Downtown St. Petersburg. Utilizing the 2012 Republican National Convention hosting opportunity as a chance to broaden our partnerships, the Chamber worked closely with Coca Cola Recycling to sponsor a legacy project – 12 new sets of recycling bins for our downtown core. The City of St. Petersburg quickly became a partner in this effort and agreed to install and service these bins. Together, our Chamber, our City and Coca Cola Recycling created a visible symbol of the care we all share for our community.
Thanks to the following people who stepped up to help with the Recycling Bin project: Tom Roberts, Pinellas County Waste Management; Debra Davies, Tradewinds Island Resort; Mario Farias, The Farias Marketing Group; Sean Williams, Ot9 Design; Michael Connors, City of St. Pete; Mike Gulley, CONA; Winnie Foster, Sojourner Truth Center; Theresa Crane, Progress Energy/Duke; Nancy Frainetti, BionX International, Melanie Jackson, Colliers; Sharon Joy Kleitsch, Connection Partners.
Urban AgricultureThe Chamber’s Green Council continues to support the urban farmers in St. Petersburg.The Chamber, along with a grant from Bon Secours of St. Petersburg and the supportof the City of St Petersburg, helped launch the newly formed “Sustainable UrbanAgriculture Coalition.” This group is focused on building a strategic plan forcontinued growth of resources and support for theSt Pete’s urban farms. Learn more atwww.StPeteUrbanAg.com.
NOTE FROM THEGREEN COUNCIL CHAIR
“There is an intense
interest in this city to makesustainability a competitive
advantage for our community.”Lisa Wannemacher, AIA
Principal, Wannemacher Jensen Architects, Inc.
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Promotions CouncilMISSION/VISION: Focused on the benefits of a healthy tourism-based economy while also supporting the buzz and promotion of local events, this council acts as advisors, promoters and protectors of our community brand.
Republican National ConventionIn preparation for the major political convention that descended on our region this past August, the Promotions Council interfaced with the 2012 Host Committee, the Republican National Committee and various other planning groups to provide a platform for information sharing and interaction with Chamber members and other local businesses. The group sought out information on RNC activities and opportunities and found ways to share this information with Chamber members and the community.
Good ‘Burger AwardsThe Chamber is recognizing our members in whole new way in 2013. We’re launching our “Good ‘Burger Awards” event this Spring. (Think of: a resident of this city as a St. Petersburger!) Nominations for the first annual Good ‘Burger Awards were compiled by a committee of ten Chamber member-volunteers, who spent countless hours combing through lists of Chamber members in search of those that stand out. The nominees are being presented in a public online vote to take place from February 1 – February 15.
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NOTE FROM THE PROMOTIONS CHAIR
“We’re getting back to the basics – promoting our
members and St. Petersburg.”Tim Ramsberger
President andGeneral Manager,Honda Grand Prix
The First Annual Good ‘Burger Awards:Celebrating the Best of St. Pete
February 1 – February 15, 2013
www.stpete.com/GoodBurgerThe “People’s Choice” Winners will be unveiled on the
St. Pete Shuffleboard Courts, Thursday, March 7 at 6:00pm!
EVENT SPONSORSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE
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View Our 2012 Promotional Video
The chamber distributed over 81,000 Official Visitors Guides
Bright Spots from Our Councils
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Public Policy CouncilMISSION/VISION: Focused on building and supporting the relationship between the businesscommunity and the public sector, this council reviews infrastructure, policy and business climate issues and recommends action.
Activities and Results•12 Active Task Forces under Public Policy Council •17 Official position papers drafted and delivered •Sign Ordinance Task Force advocated for more business friendly amendments
to the sign code, which resulted in an overwhelming majority of all Chamber positions adopted for final ordinance
•Established a Downtown Waterfront Master Task Force to meet long term goals and work with the city to ensure a relevant and comprehensive plan be implemented by 2015
•Accomplished four major agenda items on the Chamber’s Legislative Agenda in 2012– Supported streamlining the importation of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients to
increase the ability of Florida’s manufacturing base to compete internationally – Supported Pinellas PPC/MPO merger – Supported fair and equitable distribution of education funding to USF System – Supported Florida Resident Access Grant funding for private colleges who help
address the access demands of our residents •Created a Food Truck Task Force to advocate on finding a balance between food trucks and existing small businesses•Fruitfully advocated to keep family courthouse in downtown St. Pete•Effectively advocated to keep St. Pete on postmark•Joined alliance in advocating for less stringent budget cuts on USF during Legislative session 2012•Created a new Transportation Task Force to address top transportation issues in our community beginning in 2013•Created a task force to address afterhours safety concerns. The Chamber initiated a collaboration with the St. Pete Police
Department, Fire Department, Code Enforcement and local bars and restaurants to draft and pass an Afterhours Permit that can be used as leverage to make businesses comply with city regulations
•Productively advocated to remove 80 static billboards from our neighborhoods in exchange for six digital billboards along the highway in St. Petersburg
Events •20 Public Policy Chats hosted with elected officials and community leaders•Organized a Legislative Breakfast, hosting over 300 attendees and 8 Delegation members•Politics in the Park Hob Nob in July to host candidates for all local, state, and congressional races with over 400 attendees•Hosted three successful “Pier Pressure” events to educate our membership and support building a new pier for St. Petersburg
Task ForcesPier Task Force Chair: Ed Montanari, American AirlinesSign Ordinance Chair: Robert Williams III, Bay Cities BanksLegislative Chairs: Alan Suskey, Three Bridges Advisors & Raleigh “Lee” Green, AttorneyDowntown Waterfront Master Plan Chair: Ross Preville, Raymond James Wealth Management Food Truck Chair: Steve Westphal, Parkshore Grille, 400 Beach Seafood, The HangarHistoric Preservation Chair: Lee Allen, Eckall Development, LLC
St. Pete Chamber PAC (Political Action Committee) Chair: Jeff Rogo, GMS GroupTransportation Chairs: David Harris, PSI & Jim Dickson, Adams & Reese LLPAfterhours Permitting Chair: Don Mastry, Trenam KemkerTrauma Centers Chairs: Kanika Tomlin, Bayfront & Amy Maquire, All Children’s Hospital/Johns Hopkins MedicineDigital Billboard Chair: Laura Boehmer, Southern Strategy GroupFamily Courthouse Chair: Raleigh “Lee” Green, Attorney
NOTE FROM THE PUBLIC POLICY CHAIR
“Having a strong voice once again in our City’s policy and development
discussions benefits all
businesses in St. Pete.”Joel Giles
Partner, Carlton Fields
WINNERS of the 2012 Women with Vision Awards
•Community Service Woman of the Year, Bernadette “Bernie” Young, “Bernie” Young & Associates
•Nonprofit Woman of the Year, Barbara Inman, CEO/President, Habitat for Humanity
•International Woman of the Year, Ashley Rhodes-Courter, Author and International Child Welfare Advocate
•Woman to Watch, Kanika Tomalin, VP, Strategic Planning & Public Affairs, Bayfront Health System
•Entrepreneur Woman of the Year, Karen Krymski, CEO, WomenPowerUP
•Business Woman of the Year (less than 50 employees), Crystal Culbertson, CEO, Crystal Clear Technologies, Inc.
•Business Woman of the Year (more than 50 employees), Mindy Grossman, CEO, HSN, Inc.
Inspire! Women’s Leadership SeriesThis series hosted three events in 2012, engaging over 230 people. Series topics included:
•The Business of Art, hosted by Raymond James
•Women. Who Cares? An Interactive Discussion on Health Care Advocacy for Women, hosted by Bayfront Health System
•Developing YOUR Unique Brand, hosted by HSN, Inc.
In addition to our headline sponsor, we’d like to thank these sponsors for assisting with the series this year:Raymond James; Bayfront Medical Center; HSN, Inc.; Akerman Senterfitt; Wine Madonna; and Color Pages.
Women’s LINK ProgramThe Inaugural Women’s LINK networking program was introduced in 2012 featuring two events:
•Shoe Schmooze, hosted by Peltz Shoes: featured great networking with over 30 attendees, continental breakfast and discounted shopping
•Holiday Shopping & Networking, hosted by HSN’s employee store, “The Emplorium”: with 100 attendees this event featured fabulous networking, wine, hors d’oeuvres and discounted shopping
2012 Women’s Leadership Committee Chairs
Women’s Leadership CouncilMISSION/VISION: Focused on utilizing a platform of influence, innovation and opportunity to unify the collective strength of women, this council serves as a champion and convener for women in business and provides the tools to empower women to grow their business and build a better community.
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NOTE FROM THE WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP CHAIR
“Our vision for this council is to reinforce and connect the ultimate power, strength and creativity of
women in St. Pete.”Laura Fage
CEO, Laura Fage SignatureEvents & Design
Co-Chairs, Iconic Women Planning Committee - Laura Fage, Laura Fage Signature Events & Designs; Barbara Marshall, House to Home Relocation
Chair, Women with Vision Awards Committee - Andi Gordon, Tampa Bay Times
Co-chairs - Inspire! Women’s Leadership Series - Mary Lallucci, Right Management; Chaila Restall, Akerman Senterfitt; Chris Sabo, Bayfront Health Foundation
Co-Chairs, Women’s LINK - Barbara Inman, Habitat for Humanity; Janet Perkins, Florida Blue
2013 Iconic Women LuncheonMay 2, 2013
Sponsorships now available – Contact [email protected] for more information
SAVE THE DATE
Bright Spots from Our Councils
Chamber AmbassadorsMISSION/VISION: Focused on new members and member retention, this core group serves as a liaison between Chamber staff and members and acts as a key extension of Chamber outreach efforts.
Ribbon Cuttings and Grand OpeningsHelping our Chamber members celebrate new beginnings and developments in their business is an important part of what we do. Whether it’s a new building, a new product, or just an excuse to celebrate, the Chamber is here to promote and support your business. The Chamber Ambassadors helped us put together 26 ribbon cuttings and open house events!
New Member OrientationOver 350 new and prospective members went through orientation in 2012. These monthly sessions allow the Chamber to increase membership, but – more importantly – share the new message of the Chamber and take time to focus on how we can all move our community forward together.
Member Retention Visits and CallsAmbassadors spend countless hours calling and visiting with other members. Whether it’s to welcome them to the Chamber for the first time or to just say thank you for renewing, the Ambassadors are why we have been so successful in retaining our members.
2012 Chamber AmbassadorsShelli Askin, Sun Country Cleaners•Mike Baker, Quick Reach Media, Inc.•Victoria Bartlett, Gregory, Sharer & Stuart•Paul Friedlander, Total Title Solutions•David Bilyeu, Bayou Catering•Terri Boyle, Synovus Bank•Ashtin Brock, All County Property Management•Kelli Caputo, PARC•Linda Dennis, St. Petersburg Hilton•Barry Foster, The Corporate Coaching Center•Noelle Gavaghan, Hancock Bank•Ron Gregory, Englander Fischer Attorneys•Stacey Grusden, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Pinellas County•Cindy Hingson, Storr Office Environments•William Houston, TriCore Payroll Cost Management•Allen Jernigan, My Marketing Department, Inc.•Jolie Pavent, Optimum Payments•Barry Rothstein, Tampa Bay Business Journal•Enrico Saltarelli, Salty Breeze Cruise Planners•Amy St. Hart, C1 Bank•Kurt Steinmann, AFLAC•William Sweeney, WFS Business Solutions, Inc. •Ryan Tarrant, Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg•Julie Teeters, Florida Central Credit Union•Andrea L. Tocco, MBA, Etica Accounting, LLC
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NOTE FROM THEAMBASSADOR CHAIRS
“Our Ambassadors are the front line of every activity in this
Chamber. They ensure our members
get – and stay – engaged.”Paul Friedlander
Marketing, Total Title Solutions
Shelli AskinMarketing & PR,
Sun CountryDry Cleaners
About the Photos (L/R):
FIT 2 RUN RIBBON CUTTINGFit2Run, 256 2nd St. N
REGIONS BANKGROUND BREAKINGRegions Bank, 510 Central Ave.
PINK’S RIBBON CUTTINGPink’s Exquisite Thrift Shoppe & Boutique, 1005 4th St. South
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St. Pete Young ProfessionalsMISSION/VISION: In order to lead the way to a better St. Petersburg, we strive to connect young professionals and foster long-term relationships through shared experience, and to identify and prepare the next generation of community leaders.
Policy AdvocacySPYP worked closely with the Chamber’s Public Policy agenda in 2012. Members of the St. Pete Young Professionals represented the Chamber at several City Council meetings during the year, lending their voice to important City issues, such as: St. Petersburg Pier Redevelopment; Signage Ordinance; Waterfront Master Plan; Transportation; and After Hours Ordinance.
Leadership RoundtablesIn 2012, there were eight SPYP Leadership Roundtables with approximately25 young professionals in attendance at each event.
Networking EventsWinter Icebreaker, held at Ovation in February, drew a crowd of close to 200 attendees.
Fall Bash, held at PUSH/Ultra Lounge, welcomed over 135 attendees.
Other Highlights2012 Inaugural SPYP Philanthropy Fair was held in March 2012 with over 40 Non-Profits participating. Hosted at USF St. Pete at Harbor Hall, this creative exchange helped connect our YPs with opportunities to get personally involved in the many community groups of our city.
About the Photos (L/R):
The SPYP-sponsored hole at the 2012 Chamber Golf Classic included a gas-powered blender, a scooter cooler, and lots of water balloons!
The verdict was unanimous! The SPYP hole, sponsored by Frey & Associates Investment Advisors, won the live vote for “Most Outrageous Sponsor”.
NOTE FROM THESPYP CHAIR
“I think today’s Chamber reflects the energy, enthusiasm
and passion of our Young Professionals. We are
contributing at every level.”W. Gregory HoldenVice President and Client
Consultant, Manning & Napier
Tampa Bay Rowdies The Young Professionals partnered with the Rowdies throughout the year, hosting pre-game networking events and securing discounted tickets for games. SPYP was proud to be part of cheering on the Rowdies to the 2012 NASL Championship.
Community Service SPYP worked hard to encourage young professionals to give back to our community in 2012. The group participated in several
service projects, including a Habitat for Humanity Service Day, a team entry into the Tampa Light the Night Walk, and a holiday
gift presentation for Beacon House.
2012 Chamber Classic “Most Outrageous Sponsor” The presence of the Young Professionals on the golf
course for the Chamber’s first annual Chamber Classic added a little something special to the day. Their “Longest Drive” Contest – with a water balloon launcher – was popular enough to win the coveted title of “Most Outrageous Sponsor”. Special thanks to Frey & Associates Investment Advisors for sponsoring SPYP’s hole activities.
Bright Spots from Our Programs
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Leadership St. Pete®
MISSION/VISION: Leadership St. Pete® is a dynamic, intensive, interactive, six-month experience designed to promote and enhance community leadership through an in-depth introduction to social, economic, business and political issues in the St. Petersburg area. In addition, class members work collaboratively on an improvement project for a local nonprofit each year.
Leadership St. Pete® (LSP) is the second-oldest leadership program in America and a division of the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce® and its 501(c)(3) Foundation. Each class of LSP is responsible for making a difference in our community by working with a local nonprofit organization to further its goals inSt. Petersburg. The LSP Class of 2012 selected Florida Resurrection House from a pool of several strong applicants. After three months of fundraising (resulting in over $38,000 of cash and in-kind donations), the Class gathered to create a state-of-the-art learning center, renovate a residential unit, build a deck and new playground, and refurbish paths and planters throughout the campus.
Graduates, Leadership St. Pete® Class of 2012
Focus St. Pete – Coming in May 2013A mini-LSP! Three days of intensive workshops
designed to orient you to St. Petersburgwhile giving you the opportunity to
build lasting relationships.
May 8, 10 & 11, 2013For more information or to sign up to participate, visit
www.stpete.com/focus
Rebecca Armacost, World Vision InternationalManny Bhuller, Corporate Interiors, Inc.Martha Boden, SPCA Tampa BayChristopher W. Boss, Yesner & Boss, P.L.Emily Callaway, St. Anthony’s Health CareMelissa Converse, Raymond James FinancialJanette G. Dean, Gregory, Sharer & Stuart, CPAsMatthew J. Donahue, DeSanto, LLCLenice C. Emanuel, YWCA Tampa BayM. Wayne Finley, City of St. Petersburg - Mayor’s OfficeRick C. Flowers, Adams and Reese, LLPMatthew D. Frey, Frey & Associates Investment Advisors, LLCKelvin L. George, Body ShiftersHolly Keyser Ghelfi, Englander FischerMark Guthrie, biz360Shannon Halstead, City of St. Petersburg PoliceMarkus Hughes, City of St. Petersburg PoliceJohn F. Jewell, USF St. PetersburgAndrea Luce, City of St. Petersburg PoliceElizabeth Makofske, City of St. PetersburgDavid McKalip, M.D., Start to Finish Spine Care
Wilma Norton, St. Petersburg CollegeTimothy Pelella, Pinellas County Sheriff’s OfficeGregory A. Read, Progress EnergySuzzanne Robbins, Publix Supermarkets, Inc.Rhonda Sanborn, Visit St. Pete/ClearwaterMichelle Sanchez, Pender NewkirkMichael J. Schade, Jr., City of St. Petersburg PoliceChuck Shanberg, Shanberg AdvisorsRyan N. Singleton, Leavengood, Nash, Dauval, & Boyle, P.A.Molly Starks Longmire, Suncoast Hospice FoundationJames Jason Spears, Peninsular Mechanical Contractors, Inc.Paul Stellrecht, City of St. PetersburgChase Stockton, Panther International, LLCJohn Sullivan, Eckerd CollegeTirrah Bonds Switzer, Big Brothers Big SistersLyn Taylor, Advanced Investment Partners, LLCStephen Thomas, Tampa Bay RaysEric Wagman, Leading Edge FundraisingJulie M. Wong, USF St. Petersburg
NOTE FROM THE LSP CHAIR
“Leadership St. Pete creates meaningful relationships andmotivated leaders – just ask
ANYONE who’s been
a part of it!”Jen Hall
Director of Coaching, Leadership Development Institute
at Eckerd College
A PROGRAM OF THE ST. PETERSBURG CHAMBER OF COMMERCEAND LEADERSHIP ST. PETE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
New Signature Events in 2012The First Annual Chamber Classic
This new event was widely touted as a BIG success! Fifteen Chamber members stepped up to sponsor the tournament, and they were each offered a place on the course where they could interact with the golfers throughout the day. Every sponsor brought something special to the event, many with surprising tricks up their sleeve. Some sponsors came with a creative theme – like Mardi Gras, Old-Timey Golf, and a “Tea Party”. Some had fun games and contests – like a money machine cash giveaway, a putting contest (with a hammer), or a bags toss for prizes. But it was the St. Pete Young Professionals’ “Longest Drive” Contest that won the coveted prize of “Most Outrageous Sponsor”. This, plus the hard work and dedication of all of our sponsors, contributed to an unprecedented atmosphere of fun that caused rumors of this being “The Best Golf Tournament Ever”.•84% of participants who were surveyed after the event said the tournament was “Super awesome. I want to play again next year.” (Another 14% said it was “The best
golf tournament ever. No contest.”)•The event raised $22,000 for the Chamber. WOW!
2012 Chamber Classic Organizing CommitteeTerry Brett, Brett Funeral Home David Feaster - Chair, Cornerstone Community BankJoe Fontana, Cornerstone Community BankMatt Frey, Frey & Associates Investment AdvisorsTee Grizzard, Lassiter Ware InsuranceQuinn Henderson, Adams & Reese, LLPAl Karnavicius, BayprintLee Martino, BB&TCarly Ross, Cornerstone Community BankKatie Waldridge, LEMA ConstructionAndy Williams, Freedom Bank
Cornerstone Community Bank brought a cash machine out to the course. Contestants could keep whatever cash they could grab in 30 seconds.
Photo credit: Al Karnavicius
David Feaster and Carly Ross of Cornerstone Community Bank.The Chamber was honored to have Mr. Feaster serve as Chairman of the 2012 Chamber Classic Golf Committee.
Photo credit: Al Karnavicius
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This new series brings back the iconic benches from St. Pete’s past and casts them in conversations with community leaders about current events, “big picture” conversations about what’s next for St. Pete, and how we can learn to grow together as a community.
Special thanks to our 2013 Green Bench Sponsors:
JOIN THE CONVERSATION … COMING MARCH 2013
Bright Spots from Our Programs
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2012 MeasuresFinancials
2012 Goals 2012 Actuals* Membership Revenue $747,246 $912,082 Total Revenue $1,175,246 $1,475,535 Net Income $203,112 $291,330
*Unaudited. The Chamber’s annual audit will be conducted in the Spring, 2013.
Other Financial Highlights include:•Received an unqualified (clean) opinion from independent auditors Gregory, Sharer & Stuart, CPAs for 2011 financial statement review (available upon request)•Reduced accounts payable from $46,765 (12/31/11) to $13,339 (12/31/12)•Reduced bank debt (credit line) by 13%•Secured new tenant for vacant office condo (Special thank you to Lenice Emanuel and the YWCA of Tampa Bay)
On a scale of 1 to 10 (1 being the most negative and 10 being the most positive), please rate your experience with the Chamber.
Overall Score 7.65
Average Score - members only 7.8
Average Score - non-members 6.5
Favorable 77.1%
Neutral 14.5%
Unfavorable 8.3%
Networking 35.1%
Marketing My Business 9.2%
Educational Opportunities 3.8%
Connection with Community Leaders 28.2%
Serving the Community 16.8%
Outreach to Area Visitors/Tourism Promotion 6.9%
What is the primary benefit, in your opinion, to your Chamber Membership?
2012 MembershipOur efforts to retain and attract membership found much success in 2012. We continue to evaluate our value proposition for membership, and in the Fall of 2012, we conducted a member survey for feedback and direction. The survey will be conducted annually and used as a benchmark against which we can measure our performance for years to come.
NOTE FROMTHE FINANCE CHAIR
“I’m pleased with our progress – the finance committee has been
vigilant and relentless inworking toward our plan for
a bright future.”William Ulbricht
President,St. Anthony’s Health Care
278NEW
MEMBERSIN 2012
NOTE FROM THE MEMBERSHIP CHAIR
“I came back because I believe this city deserves
a strong chamber…I’m just very grateful so many share
this goal.”Terrence “Terry” Brett
Owner,Brett Funeral Home
Members
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Community Leaders
Trustees
Chamber members as of 1/15/13
All Access Members
1-800-GOT-JUNK?211 Tampa Bay Cares400 Beach Seafood & Tap House4th Street Shrimp StoreAAA Auto Club SouthAAMCO TransmissionsAARP Foundation WorkSearchAbbey AdamsAberdeen AdvisorsAbilities FoundationAcademy Prep Center of St. PetersburgAchieva Credit UnionAcme Air Conditioning Company, Inc.ActionCOACH PinellasAdams and Reese, LLPAdmiral Farragut Academy
Advance Case PartsAdvanced Protection Technologies, Inc.AEI/Affiliated EngineersAFLACAgora Leather ProductsAir Quality ControlAirtime Air Conditioning and Heating, Inc.Albert Whitted Airport Advisory CommitteeThe Ale and The WitchAll Access MarketingAll Children’s Hospital/Johns Hopkins MedicineAll Children’s Hospital FoundationAll County Suncoast Property ManagementAll Florida Family CareAllegro Sales & MarketingAllergy Associates
Alltrust InsuranceAlpha Pro Solutions, Inc.ALPS South, LLCAmen PharmacyAmerica II Electronics, Inc.American Cancer SocietyAmerican Commercial Construction & Dev., Inc.American Home Health Services, Inc.American Med Supply, Inc.American Momentum Bank Baywalk Banking Ctr.American Municipal SecuritiesAmerican Senior Services, Inc.American Stage Theatre CompanyAmericana CoveAmerica’s Best InnAmerica’s Business Manager
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Advisors
Anderson-McQueen Funeral & CremationAnswered Prayers CrossAnti-Pesto Bug KillersApartment Finder of Tampa BayAPG Electric, Inc.Applebee’sAppleOne Employment ServicesArmed Forces History Museum, Inc.Art and NatureArt of ProseAssertive Courier ServiceAT&T - FloridaAtlantic Relocation Systems, Inc.Avenida Suites, Inc.The Avenue eat/drinkAvesta
AvMed Health PlansAvondale by the LakesBack 2 Normal Physical TherapyB-AG ContractBambu EnergyBank of America Merrill LynchThe Bank of TampaBankers Insurance GroupBankes Planning AssociatesBankUnitedBats TaxiBay Cities BankBay Palms Waterfront ResortBay Tech LabelBayfront Health SystemBaynard, McLeod & Lang, P.A.
Bayou CateringBayprintBayshore Technologies, Inc.Bayview Plaza Waterfront ResortBayview Public RelationsBB&T - Gulf Coast RegionBeach Haven VillasBeach House Motel, LLCBeacon Oncology Nurse AdvocatesThe Beauty BarBedell Media, LLCBeef O’ Brady’s BowlBella BravaBernie’s & Son Fashion Jewelers“Bernie” Young & AssociatesBest Western Treasure Island
15 If your company is a member and we missed you in this listing, please contact us at 727-821-4069. We have a special promotion for you!
Better Business BureauBig Brothers/Big Sisters of Pinellas CountyBig C Steel, Inc.Big Cat RescueBig McK’s Trashout & General LaborBilmar Beach ResortBionX of America, Inc.Birchwood Innbiz360.bizBlind and Shutter GalleryBlueForge, LLCBoardwalkBoca SportfishingBoley Centers, Inc.Bon Secours St. PetersburgBon-Aire Resort MotelBoss, Arrighi & Hoag, PLBoys & Girls ClubsBrett Funeral Home & Cremation ServicesBrian ShufordBright House Networks Business SolutionsBrown & Brown of Florida, Inc. Pinellas Div.Brown’s Trophies, Inc.Bruce Watters Jewelers, Inc.Buckley Law Group, P.A.Budget InnBudget Self StorageBurchard Galleries, Inc.Busch GardensC1 BankCaged Tiger CoachingCamden LakesCanon Business SolutionsCapitol Marketing ConceptsCaputo CreativeCarlton FieldsCarter and Cartier, CPAs, LLCCarter’s Florist and GreenhousesCASA (Community Action Stops Abuse)Cash AmericaCassidy TurleyCASSIS - American BrasserieCatalinaCatering by The FamilyCathy Shadwick State FarmCay Fusion, LLCCay Harbour, LLCCBIZ Kirkland, Russ, Murphy & TappCBS RadioCelestar CorporationCellrite Worldwide, Inc.Central Imaging Open MRICeridian U.S.Cerulean BluCheers EventsCherry, Bekaert & Holland, LLPCherry+CompanyChick-fil-AThe Children’s Home, Inc.Choice Health Care, Inc.Ciccio’s CaliforniaCity Cycle ToursCity of St. PetersburgCJ Publishers, Inc.CJM Realty Management, Inc.
Claro Scientific LLCClay C. Schuett, PLClear Channel Outdoor, Inc.Click First ServicesClothing with a Kiss, LLCCMK Design Studio, LLCCNL Commercial Real EstateCoast Dental Services, Inc.Cody IT Services, Inc.Colliers International Tampa BayColor Pages, Inc.Comegys Insurance CornerCommercial Asset Partners RealtyCommon LanguageCommunication Research Enterprises, LLC (CRE)Community Foundation of Tampa BayCommunity Tampa BayCompass Rental ManagementComplex PropertiesComplexions Day SpaThe Compounding ShopComputer TroubleshootersComputermail South, Inc.conceptBAITConley & Associates, Inc.The Connection Partners, Inc.Conner’s Mobile Home Park, Inc.Constance EllerConverde Group, Inc.Cool-UCorban OneSourceCore Care Patient AdvocatesCornerstone Community BankThe Corporate Coaching CenterCorporate Fitness WorksCorporate Interiors, Inc.Corporate Video TrainingCosmicCourtesy ValetCourtyard by Marriott St. PetersburgCouture Events By KendalThe Coves of Brighton BayCPR Cell Phone RepairCreate Hair SalonCreative ClayCreative Copy by Steve Traiman/BAPWGCrown Automotive GroupCrystal Clear TechnologiesCrystal Palms Beach ResortCVSCWCruisesDailey CommunicationsDairy InnDairy-Mix, Inc.The Dali MuseumDan Harvey, Jr.David Weekley HomesDaystar Life Center, Inc.DecisionHR USA, Inc.Dept. of Veterans Affairs Medical CenterDERM123Dermazone SolutionsDesign For CommunicationDevcon Security ServicesDigital Blue Dog
Digital Lightwave, Inc.Dinosaur World, Inc.Directed Capital Resources, LLCDiversified Power SolutionsDoctors ExpressDolphin Beach ResortDoo’s Amazing Segway Tours, LLCDoyle Wealth Management, Inc.DPR ConstructionDr. Cate, Dementia CoachDr. Kristine Marshall, DDSDuncan McClellanDuPont & Wilkerson DentistryDurable Coatings/Benjamin Moore Paint StoreDynamic Direct FundingEagle DatagisticsEarthLinkEast-West Shrine Game for Shriners Hospitals for ChildrenEat.Sip.IndulgeEckerd CollegeEckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc.Economic Recovery GroupEdwards Elder Law, P.A.Edward White HospitalElectric Supply, Inc.Emerald Lawn Service, Inc.EndoliteEnergetic ChoicesEngelke Insurance, Inc.Englander & Fischer, P.A.Enhanced Process ConsultingEnterprise Rent-A-CarEntertainment Revue FoundationEquality FloridaES ManufacturingEsquire Barber ShopEtica Accounting, LLC
Chamber members as of 1/15/13
“As a start-up business, my wife and I realized that we
were suffering from invisibility. By joining the Chamber of
Commerce we have helped ourselves find people, and have
helped people find us.”CHAMBER AMBASSADOR
Enrico “Rick” SaltarelliOwner/Operator,
Salty Breeze Cruise Planners
All Access Members
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EuthenicsEvents by VanessaExecutive InnExtensive EnterprisesEye Designs VisionEyeglass WorldFamily Network on DisabilitiesFamily Resources, Inc.Farkas Chiropractic ClinicFeather Sound Country ClubFerg’s Sports Bar & GrillFestivals of SpeedFifth Third BankFifth World ArtFinn GalleryFirst Florida Insurance Network of Tampa BayFisher & Sauls, P.A.Fit2RunFlagler Pointe Apartments - PRG Real Estate Mgt.Flags and WagsFlorida BankFlorida Blood Services, Inc.Florida BlueFlorida Central Credit UnionFlorida Fur & LeatherFlorida Holocaust MuseumThe Florida OrchestraFlorida Restoration of Tampa Bay, LLCFlorida Resurrection HouseFlorida State FairgroundsFocus School SoftwareFoelgner, Ronz & StrawFood Now, LLCFord Christian AcademyFranklin Templeton InvestmentsFreedom BankFreedom Financial & Business Planning, LLCfreeFall Theatre CompanyFrey & Associates Investment Advisors, LLCFrontier LightingFusion 1560 City Apartment HomesThe GardenGary RenfroGaslight SquareGene SmithGeneral Dynamics - OTSGentle Touch WellnessGeorge F. Young, Inc.GFS MarketPlaceGigi’s Italian RestaurantGirl Scouts of West Central Florida, Inc.Girls Incorporated of PinellasGMS GroupGolfer’s GuideGoodwill Industries-SuncoastGoodyear Rubber Products, Inc.Grand Central District AssociationGrant Thornton, LLPGraphix Solutions of America, Inc.Great Bay Distributors, Inc. BudweiserGreat ClipsGreen ChiliGreenfield EnvironmentalGreenpoint Thermography, LLCGreen’s Power Washing
Gregory, Sharer & Stuart, CPAsGrow Financial Federal Credit UnionGTE FinancialGulf Coast ReviewGulfCoast Business Finance, Inc.Gulfstream Natural Gas System, LLCHabitat for Humanity of Pinellas CountyHalo Branded SolutionsHampton Inn & Suites - Beach DriveHancock BankThe Hangar Restaurant & Flight LoungeHappy’s Home CenterHarold Seltzer’s SteakhouseHarvard Jolly, Inc.Hat-A-Tude.comhayes|cumming architectsHD InteractiveHeart Gallery of Pinellas & PascoHidden Treasures & CollectiblesHideaway CafeHill Top ResearchHilton St. Petersburg BayfrontHilton St. Petersburg Carillon ParkHis & Hers Limousines/Airport Limo of Tampa BayHoliday Decor by Lee and David, Inc.Holiday Inn Clearwater-St. Petersburg AirportHoliday Inn HarboursideHome DepotHonda Grand Prix of St. PetersburgHood ChiropracticHooters of St. PetersburgHotel Indigo - Downtown St. Petersburg Historic DHoughton - Wagman Partnership, LTDHouse to Home Relocation, LLCHoward Johnson Resort HotelHSN, Inc.Hubbard’s Marina Deep Sea Fishing/Sight Seeing ToursHuman Resources, Inc.HumanaHumana, Inc.Hurricane Seafood RestaurantIcon Branding SolutionsiDatixImage Creations of Florida (ICF)IndependentIndustrial Strength, Inc.InformedDNAInn On The BeachInsurance Resources, LLCIntegrity Employee LeasingInterprint IncorporatedInterspace Airport AdvertisingIrok Constructional ServicesThe Isles of Gateway Apartment HomesITT Technical InstituteIuri HerzfeldIvy Ridge Living Memory CareJ Square Realty & Development Corp.Jabil Circuit, Inc.James R. Kennedy, Jr., AttorneyJannus LiveJB Health Care SolutionsJean Riccio, Licensed Massage Therapist
Jeanine LeibowitchThe Jewish Federation of Pinellas & Pasco CountiesJMR PromotionsJohn & Mable Ringling Museum of ArtJohnny Reno’s Waterfront Grill & Watering HoleJohns Pass Village and BoardwalkThe Joint Spinal CenterJoni IndustriesJoseph R. Craig, DDS, PAJSA HealthcareJunior Achievement Of West Central FL, Inc.Junior League of St. PetersburgThe Kabachnick Group, Inc.Kannan Video ProductionsKauffman TirekcbphotobooksKeiser Career CollegeKeller Williams St. Pete RealtyKeylingo TranslationsKeystone Ground SupportKing Realty Associates, LLCThe KitchenKL Capital PartnersKP Holdings, LLCKPMG, LLPKucera PropertiesLael DeBerry Lassiter Ware InsuranceLaura Fage - Signature Events & DesignLaw Office of Christian Marcelli, P.A.Law Office of Dawn Weiger O’NeillLeadership St. Petersburg AlumniLema ConstructionThe Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyLiberte Management Group, Inc.Lights On!/Richard N. Knowles & Assoc., Inc.Lillie Mc FarleyLisa White Lockheed Martin AeronauticsThe Lockup Self StorageLoews Don Cesar HotelLong Key Beach ResortLonni’s SandwichesLoraine’s Academy, Inc.LSG Consulting Services, LLCLTA InternationalLucky Dill DeliLucky DueceMacdonald FinancialMagnuson Hotel-Marina CoveMahaffey Theater at Progress Energy CenterManey & Gordon, P.A.Manning & Napier Advisors, Inc.Marcus Partners, Inc.Marcy MillettMargaret Ann’s Catering/Gourmet CookiesMarilyn M. McCloskey & Associates, Inc.Mariner Beach ClubMariner Car WashMARTZ-First Class Coach of Tampa BayMary KayMass Mutual Financial GroupMatthews Benefit Group, Inc.Maureen Quinlan, Inc.
17 If your company is a member and we missed you in this listing, please contact us at 727-821-4069. We have a special promotion for you!
Maxey Law Offices, PLLCMBattle ConstructionMcClanathan, Burg & Assoc., LLCMcDonald’smd247.comMDM Display & Design Services, Inc.Media Concepts, Inc.Media Garage Group, Inc.Meineke-MaacoMerogersMerrill LynchMetroPCSMetropolitan Construction Condominium & HomeMiguel RouraMike DerosaMill-Rite Woodworking Co., Inc.Mills and Murphy Software Systems, Inc.mindbodylab.comMiramar Resort, LLCMobile Website ClearwaterModern Benefit SolutionsModern Business AssociatesMonsour Executive Wellness Center, USF HealthMoon Law GroupThe Moon Under WaterMorales and Associates, P.A.Morean Arts CenterMorgan Stanley Smith BarneyMortgage Investors CorporationMountcastle Vein Centers, Vascular Vein Center SPMr. EmpanadaMTS Medication Technologies, Inc.Museum of Fine ArtsMuvico Baywalk 20My Marketing Department, Inc.Nautica Apartments/Robbins Property Assoc. Neighborhood NerdNext Century StudiosNielsenNortheast Exchange Club of St. PetersburgNortheast UnderwritersNorthside HospitalNorthstar RealtyNorthwestern Mutual Financial NetworkNuance GalleriesNuMillennium Strategies, LLCNY CafeOasis OutsourcingOpportunity Works, Inc.Optimum PaymentsOrange Blossom CateringOrganic BeveragesOrganizational Advancement ConsultingOsprey Real Estate ServicesOT9design, LLCOutback BowlOxygen Support Services, Inc.Page Terrace MotelPainting With A TwistThe Palladium at St. Petersburg CollegePalm Crest Resort MotelPalms of Pasadena HospitalPanther International, LLCParadigm Learning, Inc.
Paradise Advertising and Marketing, Inc.PARCParkshore GrillPasadena Eye Center, LLCPasadena Yacht & Country ClubPaychexPDQPeak 10, Inc.Peaks and Palms, Inc.Pedal Pub St. Pete, LLCPeltz ShoesPeninsular Mechanical Contractors, Inc.Personal and Professional CoachingPeter Brown ConstructionPeter Plautz Real EstatePeterson Auto and TruckPhoenix 3 Marketing, LLCPhoenix Venture Philanthropy FoundationThe Pier Aquarium, Inc.Pinellas County Economic DevelopmentPinellas County Head Start/Early Head StartPinellas County Job Corps CenterPinellas County Solid WastePinellas County Urban League, Inc.Pinellas Education FoundationPinellas Federal Credit UnionPinellas Pioneer Settlement, Inc.Pinellas Suncoast Transit AuthorityPinellas Technical Education CentersPink’s Exquisite Cleaning ServicesPlanned Parenthood of Southwest & Central FLPlasma-Therm LLCPlaza Beach ResortPMN Financial Associates, LLCPolice Athletic League of St. Petersburg, Inc.Polypack, Inc.Postcard Inn on the BeachThe Poynter InstitutePrecision Litho ServicesPrice Hoffman Stone RadiologyPridgen Realty, Inc.The Princess MarthaPrinters Plus, LLC.PrivateLabelSk.in, Inc.Professional Duplicating, Inc.Professional Insurance Systems of Florida, Inc.Professional Opportunities for Students, Inc. POPSProforma The One SourceProfound PropertiesProgress EnergyProShred SecurityPrudential Tropical Champions RealtyPSCU Financial ServicesPSIPublix Super Markets, Inc.PUSH Ultra LoungeQbit Security CompanyQuality Self Storage - Pinellas ParkQuality Tyme Rare & Fine TimepiecesQuick Reach Media, Inc.R.M. FotographyRaleighRankMiner, Inc.Rapid Web Services, LLC - JCTWeb.com
Raymond James Financial, Inc.Raytheon CompanyR’Club Child Care, Inc.ReadyforLife, Inc.Rearden Killion/iLovetheBurgRed Zen ArtRegions BankRegusReMax MetroRenaissance Vinoy Resort & Golf ClubRenker Eich Parks ArchitectsResidence Inn Marriott - Treasure IsleResort RentalsRib City GrillRichman Properties - Booker Creek ApartmentsRick’s Home Theatre StoreRight ManagementRisser OilrlknightmobileRobin Photo Design, Inc.The Robinson Law GroupRob’s Radical Rides, LLCRogers Cleaners, Inc.Rush EnterprisesS.A.L.T. Payroll Consultants, Inc.S.A.S. Security Lock & KeySab CafeSabadell United BankSabal Trust CompanySailing Florida Charters & Sailing SchoolSaint Leo UniversitySalon Color BarThe Salon People, Inc.Salty Breeze Cruise PlannersSalvation Army of St. PetersburgSam’s Club #4861Sand Companies, Inc.Sand Pebble ResortSandler TrainingSave A Buck TicketsScarritt Lincoln MercurySchakolad Chocolate FactoryScience Center of Pinellas CountyScott Schlather, RCDDScripts PharmacyScuba Cat ChartersSea Chest MotelSecure ShredSemblerSenior Holistic Living, LLCSherwin-Williams Co.Shettle Family Eye Care Eye WearShorecrest Preparatory SchoolShoreline Island ResortSHRMA -Suncoast Human Resource Mgmt. Assoc.Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLPSierra ClubSilverwood PropertiesSimone Health Care, LLCSimple SailingSimple WeddingsSir Speedy PrintingSirata Beach Resort & Conference CenterSkyway Wealth Management, LLCSmart Betty Marketing
All Access Members
Smith & Associates Real EstateSmith & Nephew Wound ManagementSociety of St. Vincent de Paul South Pinellas, Inc.Soehl PropertiesSofia Forte’s CateringSojourner Truth CenterSonny’s Real Pit BBQThe Southeast CompaniesSoutheastern CollegeSouthern Strategy GroupSPCA Tampa BaySpectra Contract FlooringSpoor & Associates, P.A.Square 1 BackgroundsSRI International St. Petersburg OfficeSt. Anthony’s Health CareSt. Paul’s ChurchSt. Pete Hurricanes, Inc.St. Pete Police SupplySt. Pete Wealth Management Group of Raymond JamesSt. Petersburg Catholic High SchoolSt. Petersburg CollegeSt. Petersburg Country ClubSt. Petersburg KOA KampgroundSt. Petersburg Marriott ClearwaterSt. Petersburg Museum of HistorySt. Petersburg Neighborhood Housing Svcs., Inc.St. Petersburg Saturday Morning MarketSt. Petersburg Skin Care ClinicSt. Petersburg-Clearwater International AirportStart to Finish Spine CareStearns BankSterling Auto BodySterling Research GroupStetson University College of LawStevens & Stevens Business Records Mgmt., Inc.Stonegate MortgageStorr Office EnvironmentsStrawn, Marshall, Cunningham, Condon & Sweat, P.A.Studio@620Sun Country CleanersSuncoast HospiceSuncoast MarketingSuncoast Medical CleaningSunset VillageSunstar ParamedicsSunState ServicesSunTrust Bank, Tampa BaySuperShuttle Tampa BaySurf N Turf Rake Services, LLCSouthwest Florida Water Management DistrictSweet Divas ChocolatesSweetbay SupermarketSynovus BankTahitian ResortTami Cody NicholasTampa Bay BuccaneersTampa Bay Business JournalTampa Bay Innovation CenterTampa Bay LightningTampa Bay Parenting MagazineTampa Bay PartnershipTampa Bay Rays
Tampa Bay Regional Planning CouncilTampa Bay RowdiesTampa Bay TimesTampa International AirportTampa International Gay & Lesbian Film FestivalTaylor MorrisonTC DeliversTech Data CorporationTECO Peoples GasTed Williams FoundationTelestar Management GroupTherapy & Sports Center, Inc.Think Video StudiosTITAN Yachts, Inc.Tomlin StaffingTommy’s Auto ServicesToonari News & Media, LLCTop Mop Cleaning Service, Inc.Tortuga Pointe Luxury ApartmentsTradeWinds Island ResortsTranquil ShoresTranquility Wellness SpaTransamerica Financial AdvisorsTransamerica Investment AdvisorsTreasure Bay Hotel & MarinaTreby Law FirmTrenam KemkerTrinity Graphics, LLCTruly Therapeutic BodyworkTrutech Computer SolutionsTryst Gastro LoungeTSYS Merchant SolutionsTucker/Hall, Inc.Tudi Mechanical SystemsTW TelecomU.S. Army Recruiting St. PetersburgUnited Capital Funding Corp.United Capital of Tampa BayUnited Fire ProtectionUnited Healthcare of FloridaUnited InsuranceUnited Networking Enterprises, Inc.United Way SuncoastUniversity of PhoenixUniversity of South FloridaUpdegraff VisionUrban Style FlatsUSAmeriBankUSF College of Marine ScienceUSF St. PetersburgUSF St. Petersburg - Career CenterUtopia Home Care, Inc.VacoValassis Sales & Marketing, Inc.Valuation Services, Inc.Vector Commercial Real Estate ServicesVillas At GatewayVisage DermatologyVology Data SystemsVoltAir Consulting EngineersVoodoo Development, Inc.Wallace Welch & Willingham, Inc.Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. - TyroneWannemacher Jensen Architects, Inc.
Watergarden Inn At The BayWaterside at Coquina Key/ Prospect Capital GroupWebster UniversityWells FargoWells Fargo Advisors, LLCWellSpring OncologyWest Coast Fence CorporationWest Coast Graphics, Inc.Westchester Learning CenterWesterman White Zetrouer, P.A.Westminster CommunitiesWFTS - TVWhite House Custom Screen PrintingThe Whittenmore Law Group, P.A.The Wides Group - Morgan Stanley Smith BarneyWilcox Law, PAWilliam Karns Enterprises, Inc.Windmoor HealthcareWine Madonna, LLCWMNF 88.5FM Community RadioWomen’s Care Florida - Absolute Health & WellnessWomen’s Chamber of Commerce of St. PetersburgWomen’s Tennis Association TourWordSmitten Media, Inc.Workplace ResourceWorld Vision InternationalWorldPayWRH Income Properties, Inc.WRXB RadioWS Architecture, PLLCWTSP-TV Channel 10WUSF Public BroadcastingYMCA of Greater St. PetersburgYour Neighborhood RealtyYourmembership.comYWCA Tampa BayZen Glass Studio
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“Serving The Chamberhas given me the
opportunity to meet business leaders from across the city, and exposed me to business
opportunities that I would
have otherwise not found.”CHAMBER AMBASSADOR
Kurt SteinmannIndependent Aflac Agent
MISSIONThe St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce® shall be the preeminant leader of business
in order to ensure the economic growth and vitality of our community.
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