16 Graduate from Chamber’s Community Education & Leadership Program
On May 7, the Destin Chamber celebrated the graduation of 16 business professionals from its 18th Destin Forward class. During the event, the prestigious Destin Forward Leadership Award, chosen by class vote, was presented to Kyle Davis of Integrity Financial Group. Kyle is seen here with the Chamber's 2026 Chairman of the Board Monica Wallis of Destin Water Users. Destin Forward, a community education and leadership program, was created to help find and educate future city and business leaders. After a
A Superior Mechanical Celebrates Successful inaugural Veterans & First Responders Appreciation Lunch
A Superior Mechanical recently held its inaugural Veterans & First Responders Appreciation Lunch in Okaloosa County. “We were blown away by the attendance of Veterans from every branch and local First Responders,” shared Jimy Thorpe, founder of this 24-year-old, veteran-owned business. The HVAC winner, Mr. Nick Azzarita, served 20 years in the US Air Force in the Korean War and in Vietnam. The following 20 years, he served as a math teacher at Niceville High School. “To say this gentleman is humble is
A Superior Mechanical to Host Its Inaugural Veterans Appreciation Lunch in Niceville
The Walton and Okaloosa communities are coming together to give recognition and thanks to our first responders, veterans, and active military. A Superior Mechanical will hold its inaugural Veterans and First Responders Appreciation Lunch at the Niceville Community Center, 204 Partin Drive North, Niceville, FL 32578 on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 pm. Please save the date! During the event, A Superior Mechanical will donate a new AC system complete with installation to one First
Lori Joyner Honored as Destin Chamber’s Business Person of the Quarter
During the Destin Chamber’s July 15 Great American Cookout Sponsored by Community Bank and Emerald Coast Title Services, Lori Joyner, Executive Director of Harvest House, was honored with the Chamber’s Business Person of the Quarter Award. This award is presented directly from the Chamber’s Board of Directors to a Destin area businessperson showing vision for his or her business and leadership in our community. “I have always admired Lori and the work she does. She’s a special person. People forget about
13 Graduate from Chamber’s Community Education & Leadership Program
Destin, Fla., May 12 – On May 8, the Destin Chamber celebrated the graduation of 13 business professionals from its 16th Destin Forward class. During the event, the prestigious Destin Forward Leadership Award, chosen by class vote, was presented to Allyson Anger of Home2 Suites by Hilton. Destin Forward, a community education and leadership program, was created to help find and educate future city and business leaders. After a retreat in August, the class spent the next eight months touring and learning
Christian Carlee Honored as Destin Chamber’s Business Person of the Quarter
During the Destin Chamber’s April 11 Business Before Hours Sponsored by CRC Data Technologies, Christian Carlee, Market President with First National Bank, was honored with the Business Person of the Quarter Award. This award is presented directly from the Chamber’s Board of Directors to a Destin area businessperson showing vision for his or her business and leadership in our community. Carlee is seen here with 2025 Chairman of the Board Jenni Brunson of Okaloosa Gas. “I’ve known Christian for many years,
Destin Chamber Awards 2024 Outstanding Members
On Jan. 23, Destin Chamber members celebrated the Chamber’s most outstanding individuals and businesses, during the annual Awards Party & Wine Pairing Dinner Presented by Trustmark. Hosted by Brotula's Seafood House & Steamer on the beautiful Destin Harbor, the event featured a cocktail reception and awards ceremony, before guests were treated to a curated dinner and wine pairing. The 2024 Destin Chamber Chairman Christian Carlee of First National Bank began the awards ceremony by calling Dr. Gilberto
Gulf Coast Bank and Trust Company Offers Community Banking & Innovative Products in Miramar Beach
On Oct. 22, Gulf Coast Bank and Trust Company celebrated its new location with a ribbon cutting. Gulf Coast Bank and Trust Company's mission is to strengthen its relationship with its customers by combining the values of old-fashioned community banking that focus on individualized customer service with innovative, competitive banking products and trust and brokerage services. Banking services include checking and savings accounts with online and mobile banking options, as well as personal loans, home
