[REPLAY] Expert insights on taxes, tariffs, and more
ore CO— Midnight Oil<midnightoil@co.uschamber.com> Chanda Ryan MIDNIGHT OIL EDITION 338 RESOURCES & TIPS [RECAP] Expert insights on key SMB challenges and opportunities From shifting tax laws to AI regulation and economic pressures, this year’s Small Business Update breaks down the policies and trends that could affect your operations and bottom line in 2026. Watch the replay to get clear, actionable insights that can shape your business strategy. Why video rules (according to YouTube,
Turning Data Into Decisions: A Practical Path to Scalable Market Research
Businesses across the Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce face a familiar challenge: market conditions shift faster than traditional research cycles. To stay ahead, organizations need research practices that are scalable, repeatable, and resilient to change. This article explores how local businesses can modernize their approach and continuously align decisions with customer needs. Learn below about: Why scaling research matters as markets shift How to build adaptable research processes Tools to
The Small Business Growth Curve: How to Stay Organized When Everything Accelerates
When business takes off faster than expected, excitement can quickly turn into overwhelm. Orders pile up, emails flood in, and systems begin to strain. Many small business owners discover that what worked at five clients breaks at fifty. Managing rapid growth requires not just hustle, but structure — scalable systems, clear priorities, and reliable support tools that grow with you. ?? Takeaways Rapid growth magnifies every weakness. The key to thriving through expansion is creating repeatable processes,
Are You Interested in Smarter Growth in the Navarre Area?
Good Afternoon! As growth continues across Northwest Florida, many of us are feeling the challenges in the Navarre area - traffic congestion, loss of green space, and less-attractive development. That’s why we’re excited to welcome Christian Wagley as our featured speaker at this Friday’s Commerce & Coffee. CLICK HERE TO RSVP Christian will share powerful insight, real-world examples, and proven lessons from across the region and the South on how communities can grow smarter, protect what makes them
Just a few reminders for November and December . . .
Just a few reminders for November and December . . . The deadline to apply for Leadership Santa Rosa has been extended to Friday, November 7th. CLICK HERE for more details. Live2Lead Navarre Tickets and Partnership Opportunities are NOW AVAILABLE! - SAVE THE DATE: Friday, January 23, 2026 SAVE THE DATE: Friday, February 27th for the Annual SAIL Awards & Installation Breakfast! More details to be announced soon! Small Business Season Kicks Off Saturday, November 1st Military & Veteran Affairs Committee Lunch
Keep Holiday Dollars Local: Join the #ShopNavarreFirst E-Gift Card Program
Why Join NowConsumers plan to spend nearly half (46%) of their holiday budget on gift cards. Gift cards are economically resilient, and even with tight budgets holiday spending is projected to rise ~8%, driven in large part by Gen Z. That’s real money your business can capture—if you’re part of our #ShopNavarreFirst E‑Gift Card program.When community members buy the #ShopNavarreFirst E-Gift Card, they can spend it only at participating local businesses. Every enrollment keeps more of those gift‑card dollars
How to Lower Start-Up Costs Without Sacrificing Quality
Starting a business without overspending requires precision. Founders often face pressure to conserve cash, but in doing so, they risk cutting into the integrity of their product or operations. Cost decisions made early can shape customer trust, team stability, and long-term flexibility. Quality isn’t a luxury—it’s the foundation. And that foundation doesn’t have to be expensive. With the right approaches, it’s possible to reduce spend while building systems that are lean, credible, and built to
