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
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
Destin Chamber Installs 2025 Board During January Breakfast
During the Destin Chamber’s Jan. 10 Business Before Hours and Annual Membership Meeting at Emerald Grande, 2024 Chairman Christian Carlee of First National Bank officially passed the gavel to 2025 Chairman Jenni Brunson of Okaloosa Gas. After taking the gavel, Brunson explained the goals she and the Board created for the coming year, including continuing to work with local and state officials and organizations in advocating for the needs of the business community, forming a Past Chairman's Council to serve
First National Bank Announces New Market President
First National Bank is proud to announce Christian Carlee as the new Market President for Miramar Beach. With 20 years of banking experience in the market most recently with Trustmark Bank. Christian is dedicated to building professional relationships and supporting his clients' financial growth. As a Destin native Christian's deep involvement in the community is evident through his roles as Chairman of the Destin Chamber of Commerce, Immediate Past President of the Destin Rotary Club, and Past Vice
