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Travel to Tuscany with the Navarre Chamber in December 2026
The Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to introduce our VERY FIRST travel opportunity!We are SO excited to invite our members and the entire community to be part of it!SPOTLIGHT ON TUSCANY!This unforgettable adventure is perfect for anyone craving incredible scenery, rich history, and authentic Italian experiences - and best of all, it supports the Navarre Chamber and our mission right here in our community.Think:charming towns,breathtaking countryside,amazing food,and memories you’ll be
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
December 2025 Events in Santa Rosa County
December Events in Santa Rosa County Navarre Farmers’ Market/ Combs of HoneyEvery Saturday | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.SR S87 & Segura Corner, Navarre, FL 32566 (across from Tractor Supply)Come and explore a diverse range of local and fresh produce along with unique artisanal products. Here's a glimpse of what you can find:Fresh Produce: Locally grown fruits and vegetablesDairy: Raw milk and fresh eggs.Mushrooms: Various types of fresh mushrooms.Baked Goods: Sourdough bread, other bread varieties
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
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ADVOCACY UPDATE: Thank-You Sent to Commissioner Eddington and PD&E Study Briefing this Friday
I wanted to share a quick update on the Navarre Chamber's advocacy efforts regarding the Navarre Beach Bridge Project.Today, the Navarre Chamber sent a thank-you email to Commissioner Eddington recognizing his recommendation at last week's Commission Meeting to pause the Navarre Beach toll proposal and move forward with the PD&E Study for the Navarre Beach Bridge Project. We expressed our appreciation and reiterated our commitment to support transparent, community-involved next steps.As part of keeping our
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Advocacy Update: Navarre Beach Bridge & Why Your Voice Matters!
Dear Navarre Beach Area Chamber Members,This morning, we shared an important letter with our elected officials about the urgent need to initiate the Navarre Beach Bridge PD&E (Planning, Design & Environmental) Study. I’m sharing the letter with you because advocacy should be a two-way street. We elect policy makers at the local, county, state, and national levels to work on our behalf, and their decisions directly impact how we conduct business. We should hear from them about what they’re working on, and
Inaugural Holiday Open House Weekend Announced: “Celebrate the Spirit of the Season in Navarre”
The Navarre Chamber Holiday Committee is excited to announce the launch of a brand-new tradition for the Navarre area: Holiday Open House Weekend, happening Thursday, November 13 through Sunday, November 16, 2025. This community-wide event invites all locally owned and operated businesses—both Chamber members and non-members—to participate by hosting a Holiday Open House during the weekend. Each business chooses its own hours and activities, creating a festive and welcoming atmosphere across
