Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce Welcomes State Senator Don Gaetz as Guest Speaker for June 20

Navarre, Fla. (June 10, 2025) — The Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce is honored to welcome State Senator Don Gaetz as the featured guest speaker for its upcoming Commerce & Coffee event on Friday, June 20, 2025, at St. Sylvester Catholic Church, located at 6464 Gulf Breeze Parkway.

Doors will open at 7:30 a.m. for networking, with the program beginning promptly at 8:00 a.m.. Senator Gaetz will provide attendees with a comprehensive recap of the recent legislative sessions, offering valuable insight into the decisions and developments that affect Northwest Florida’s communities and businesses.

This month’s breakfast is sponsored by Live Oak Fiber, whose support helps make the Chamber’s monthly events a continued success.

Breakfast admission is $15 for Chamber members and $25 for non-members. Advance reservations are requested, and the RSVP deadline is Wednesday, June 18 at Noon. Attendees may register online at navarrechamber.com.

Senator Don Gaetz has a long and distinguished record of public service. A North Dakota native, he moved to Florida in 1978 and began a career marked by leadership and community involvement. He served as Chairman of the Okaloosa County School Board (1995–1996) and was elected Superintendent of Schools (2000–2006).

First elected to the Florida Senate in 2006, he served until 2016, including a term as Senate President from 2012 to 2014. After a brief hiatus, Senator Gaetz returned to the Senate in 2024, where he continues to serve with distinction. His additional public service includes roles on the Florida Ethics Commission (2021–2023), as Chairman of Triumph Gulf Coast (2018–2023), and as a member of the Constitution Revision Commission (2017–2018).

Senator Gaetz holds a bachelor’s degree in Religion and Political Science from Concordia College and a master’s degree in Public Administration from Troy State University.

The Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit, professional organization dedicated to promoting and supporting the success of its member businesses and strengthening the Navarre community.

For more information, contact the Chamber at 850.939.3267 or visit navarrechamber.com.