Workforce & Talent Committee Meeting
2025-11-19 15:30 - 17:00 UTC | 100 2nd Ave. N. Suite 150 St. Petersburg, FL 33701-3351 United States, 100 2nd Ave. N. Suite 150, St. Petersburg, 33701, United States
The St. Petersburg Chamber’s Workforce & Talent Committee has been making great strides in strengthening our community’s talent pipeline. HIRE – The St. Pete Way has recently been refreshed with updated study results and a growing library of resources, making it an even stronger hub for workforce development in our region. At the same time, we are in active discussions with Bisk to launch the SkillSync platform, which will connect job seekers, employers, and education providers in a streamlined way to better match skills with opportunities. On August 20, the Committee hosted a successful meeting highlighting apprenticeship programs across a variety of industries, underscoring the important role these programs play in preparing a skilled workforce. In addition, Chamber representatives recently met with Congresswoman Kathy Castor and Senator Nick DiCeglie to explore opportunities to expand and secure apprenticeship funding at the federal and state levels, ensuring these pathways continue to grow.
If you’re passionate about shaping the future of talent in St. Pete, now is the time to get involved. Employers are encouraged to consider launching or expanding apprenticeship programs, while job seekers and educators can take advantage of resources available through HIRE – The St. Pete Way and the upcoming SkillSync platform. Learn more about participating in the SkillSync platform here.

Wellness Weekend at SUNMED | Your CBD Store St. Petersburg
2025-10-23 - 2025-10-26 | SUNMED | Your CBD Store, 1219 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Don’t wait and don’t hesitate to reserve your free $200 value wellness kit with no strings attached! We are giving away 300 of these amazing kits with no strings attached and no purchase necessary. However you need to reserve it now because there are only 100 left. No purchase necessary however we will be having 70% off door busters and tons of in-store sales that day so be prepared to be tempted.Don’t wait or hesitate! Don’t miss out on YOUR $200 FREE Wellness kit. If you have received one please comment on how great it was and make sure you sign up again! I want all of my peeps to receive this gift. We have 200 reservations so for so we have 100 to go. There is no purchase necessary again however you may be tempted with some of our 70% outdoor busters and amazing in-store sales all four days.
Reserve yours today! https://form.jotform.com/252226121268147

Housing, Land Use & Development Committee Meeting
2025-10-14 08:00 - 21:30 | 100 2nd Ave. N. Suite 150 St. Petersburg, FL 33701-3351 United States, 100 2nd Ave. N. Suite 150, St. Petersburg, 33701, United States
The Housing, Land Use & Development (HLUD) Committee has been advancing important work on historic preservation, affordable housing, and permitting reform. The Historic Designation Subcommittee has been meeting with City Council members to discuss updates to the designation process, while a new Affordable Housing Subcommittee is exploring recommendations such as transit-oriented development (TOD) zoning to expand access to affordable housing.

Permitting has been another top focus area. On August 8, the Committee convened a Permitting Round Table, bringing together Chamber members, developers, and city staff. A key outcome was the Chamber’s request for the City to begin publishing data that captures full permit lifecycles, which would improve transparency, accountability, and resource allocation. City staff expressed openness to continued collaboration with the Chamber to identify metrics that balance accuracy with context, ensuring both progress and remaining challenges are communicated effectively. Together, we can create policies and systems that balance growth, affordability, and efficiency—ensuring St. Pete remains a city that is both livable and economically vibrant.

🗓️ Next Committee Meeting Date: Tuesday, October 14
🕒 Time: 8:45 am
📍 Location: St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce
🔗 Learn more and register here

Transportation Committee Meeting
2025-10-14 08:00 - 09:30 | 100 2nd Ave. N. Suite 150 St. Petersburg, FL 33701-3351 United States, 100 2nd Ave. N. Suite 150, St. Petersburg, 33701, United States
The Transportation Committee is pushing forward on several fronts to improve connectivity and multi-modal options across the region. One major initiative in progress is the ferry feasibility study being led in partnership with Forward Pinellas, focused on Hillsborough and Manatee counties. As part of that effort, social media ads have been launched to raise awareness and gather public input. Meanwhile, the Committee is organizing meetings with regional stakeholders—including the Westshore Alliance, Tampa International Airport, Brightline, and others—to discuss how to improve connectivity, particularly from a future Tampa station, during an upcoming meeting.
On top of that, the Committee is excited to highlight the launch of PSTA’s SPARK route. Set to begin service on October 26, this premium/high-frequency route along 34th Street South will connect Eckerd College to Grand Central Station. Its design and schedule are intended to mirror some of the features that made SunRunner successful—frequent service, improved transit access, and better connectivity across Pinellas.

🗓️ Next Committee Meeting Date: Tuesday, October 14
🕒 Time: 8:00 am
📍 Location: St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce
🔗 Learn more and register here

MLK Business Meeting Hosted by SUNMED | Your CBD Store St. Petersburg
2025-10-08 17:30 - 19:00 | 1219 Dr MLK Jr. Street N, Saint Petersburg, Florida 33701, 1219 Dr MLK Jr. Street N, St. Petersburg, 33701, United States
Please RSVP by emailing hello@mlkbusinessdistrict.org – first visit is free and following attendance requires you to be a MLK Business District member.
The MLK Business District is kicking off our October Networking Social at SUNMED | Your CBD Store St. Petersburg on Wednesday, October 8th at 5:30-7PM.
Our monthly meeting’s are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC for the first visit – come connect with local business owners, community leaders, and neighbors.
📌 After this kickoff event, attendance will be exclusive to MLK Business District members. If you’ve been curious about joining, this is the perfect chance to experience the value of being part of our business community!
📍 SUNMED | Your CBD Store St. Petersburg
🗓️ Wednesday, October 8th • 5:30-7PM
✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to network, collaborate, and grow together.

Fall Festivus
2025-10-05 10:00 - 14:00 | 1-375 Park on MLK, 879 4th Ave N, St. Petersburg, 33701, United States
Celebrate the season at Fall Festivus, a free community event hosted by the MLK Business District in St. Petersburg, FL! On Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 10 AM to 2 PM at 1-375 Park on MLK, families and friends are invited to enjoy a festive autumn experience filled with food, fun, and live entertainment.
Guests can explore a variety of local food trucks, shop from unique vendors, capture memories at the pumpkin patch photo booth, and let the kids enjoy exciting activities. With something for all ages, Fall Festivus is the perfect way to kick off the fall season while supporting local businesses and building community connections.
🎃 Pumpkin Patch Sponsor – $75Show your support for the community while getting your business noticed! As a Pumpkin Patch Sponsor, your logo will be featured on the MLK website event page, plus you’ll receive shoutouts on social media and mentions in our bi-weekly email blasts. You’ll also have the opportunity to set up a booth at the event (just bring your own table, chairs, and décor).
Bring your friends, your family, and your fall spirit—entry is free, and everyone is welcome!

CBD Paint & Sip September - Your CBD Store | SUNMED
2025-09-27 16:00 - 18:00 | 1219 Dr MLK Jr. Street N, Saint Petersburg, Florida 33701, 1219 Dr MLK Jr. Street N, St. Petersburg, 33701, United States
We need more rainbows 🌈 so that’s our theme this Saturday for our paint night. $20 gets you a teacher led class, one N/A functional Seltzer and the joy of adding another rainbow to the world!!
Sign up at: https://form.jotform.com/252105992987066

Downtown Waterfront Committee Meeting
2025-09-22 15:30 - 17:00 | 100 2nd Ave. N. Suite 150 St. Petersburg, FL 33701-3351 United States ROOM 124, 100 2nd Ave. N. Suite 150 Room 124, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
The Downtown Waterfront Committee has been active in advocating for thoughtful redevelopment along our waterfront. One of the recent major actions was sending a letter of support for a traffic study along key waterfront corridors, including the Pier and the Center for the Arts area, to better understand and address current congestion and pedestrian safety concerns.

In July, the Committee met with the Center for the Arts consultant, ASD | Sky, and other project stakeholders to discuss the proposed redevelopment plan. That plan envisions a reimagined arts district spanning from the Mahaffey Theater to the Dali Museum, with features such as a new parking garage, expanded green promenade, enhanced public access, and retail and arts space. Importantly, recent revisions to the proposal no longer include a conference center, reflecting input from community stakeholders and evolving priorities.

🗓️ Next Committee Meeting Date: Monday, September 22
🕒 Time: 3:30 pm
📍 Location: St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce
🔗 Learn more and register here

Sustainability & Resilience Committee Meeting
2025-09-19 13:00 - 17:00 | Metropolis Parking Garage (Previously Sundial Parking Garage) 1st Ave N & 1st St N St. Petersburg, FL 33701, 1st Ave N & 1st St N, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
The Sustainability & Resilience Committee continues advancing tools and practices that help St. Pete better withstand storms and climate-driven challenges. We recently launched a Storm Mitigation & Recovery Resources webpage, complete with a procurement guide, to support businesses and residents in preparing for, responding to, and recovering from severe weather events. In parallel, the Committee has been discussing a new Resilient Flood Mitigation Workforce Development proposal — a strategy aimed at building local capacity to address flood risk through trained workers and stronger public‐private partnerships.
Looking ahead, mark your calendars for “Get on the Bus: SunRunner Tour” on THIS FRIDAY, September 19 from 1:00 to 5:00 PM. This special event will bring together topics of sustainability, transportation, and housing, showcasing how the SunRunner Bus Rapid Transit line is shaping a more connected, resilient St. Petersburg by highlighting infrastructure, community development, and transit-oriented growth.

🗓️ Next Committee Meeting Date: Wednesday, October 15
🕒 Time: 3:30 pm
📍 Location: St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce
🔗 Learn more and register here

Legislative Committee Meeting
2025-09-19 09:00 - 10:00 | 100 2nd Ave. N. Suite 150 St. Petersburg, FL 33701-3351 United States, 100 2nd Ave. N. Suite 150, St. Petersburg, 33701, United States
Our Chamber’s Legislative Committee has released the Legislative Agenda Survey, inviting members and stakeholders to share priorities for the year ahead. Responses will be used to shape the Chamber’s official legislative agenda, which we plan to approve at the December Board of Governors meeting. We are also preparing events to engage our community and leadership in the legislative process — a Legislative Preview Lunch is tentatively scheduled for December, and a group trip to Tallahassee is being planned for February 10-11 to meet with state officials and advocate on behalf of our region. The Tallahassee trip will again be partnering with Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber and Amplify Clearwater to present a regional effort to meet with policymakers directly.
One item under serious consideration is a Chamber appropriation request earmarked toward funding apprenticeship programs and fostering partnerships. The Chamber has been researching and formulating this request along with Tampa Bay Tech, who already is working on a robust apprenticeship program in partnership with Accenture. This potential request reflects growing recognition of how workforce training and apprenticeships can strengthen both individual careers and local economic development.

🗓️ Next Committee Meeting Date: Friday, September 19
🕒 Time: 9:00 am
📍 Location: St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce
🔗 Learn more and register here

Dalí Alive 360°
2025-09-19 08:00 - 17:00 | One Dali Blvd. St. Petersburg, FL 33701, United States
Don’t miss the Dalí Museum’s “Dalí Alive 360°”. Enjoy this immersive experience celebrating the life and creative genius of Salvador Dalí, one of the most influential and inventive artists of the modern era. This multisensory art experience envelops visitors in 360 degrees of light and sound inside the Dalí Dome, a new space on the museum’s campus.
Before or after enjoying Dalí Alive 360°, be sure to spend a few hours viewing the paintings inside the main building, itself an artistic masterpiece, then relax over lunch or a snack at Cafe Gala.
Separate, timed tickets are required for this experience. Reduced admission tickets to the museum itself are available Thursdays after 5 p.m.

2025 Preservation Awards
2025-05-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Unitarian Universalist Church in Historic Mirror Lake., United States
Join us for PTB’s 2025 Preservation Awards celebration at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Historic Mirror Lake.
Join us for a special evening in the newly designated Mirror Lake historic district as we celebrate the accomplishments of individuals and businesses that have invested in preserving, restoring, and reusing the city’s historic buildings and places. This public acknowledgement serves as a powerful motivation for others to keep St. Pete special.
Enjoy a catered buffet, cash bar, and guest speakers. More details TBA.
Interested in sponsoring this event? Contact us at info@preservetheburg.org

MLK Business District Meeting at 4Fitness
2025-04-09 17:30 - 19:30 | 721 Dr. M.L.K. Jr St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33705, United States
Join us for the next MLK Business District Meeting at 4Fitness — a boutique fitness studio offering personalized 1-on-1 training and small group classes of up to 8 people. Experience unique workouts like Fly Bungee, Flying Pilates, Aerial Yoga, Surfset, and more!
Time: Wenesday April 9, 5:30-7PM
Location: 721 Dr. M.L.K. Jr St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Parking: Large lot on the south side (8th Ave) — enter through the door marked with the 4Fitness sign.
Come network, collaborate, and discover the vibrant businesses that make the MLK Business District thrive!”
