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St. Pete Chamber Hosts a Night of Celebration & Resiliency at the 2024 Good 'Burger Awards
St. Petersburg, FL – November 14, 2024 – The St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Good 'Burger Awards event last night at the Floridian Social Club, bringing together local businesses, community leaders, and residents for an unforgettable evening of celebration, recognition, and camaraderie.
Presented by the Bank of Tampa and Compass Land & Title, the event honored the best of St. Pete, highlighting businesses and individuals who make the city an extraordinary place to live, work, and play.
This year, the Good 'Burger Awards embraced a festive new format. The lively gathering focused on celebrating community spirit with live music, networking, and a special recognition of local heroes who played a pivotal role in hurricane recovery efforts following the impacts of Hurricane Helene.
“We are so proud of our community and the resilience shown over the past year,” said Chris Steinocher, President & CEO of the St. Pete Chamber. “This year’s Good 'Burger Awards weren’t just about winners; they were about everyone who makes St. Pete shine, from our small businesses to our hurricane heroes.”
Attendees enjoyed a vibrant atmosphere with live music by Radio Silent, food and drinks from a variety of local vendors including St. Petersburg Distillery, The Hangar, 3 Daughters Brewing, Small Batch Creamery and many more. For those needing some stress relief, SPCA Tampa Bay even brought in adoptable puppies for attendees to hold and play with.
The celebration also served as a fundraiser to help the St. Pete Chamber build back their downtown office which was devastated during recent storms. "A Chamber of Commerce works best with a physical representation," Steinocher said. "We are a community, and a community functions best when they can see each other."
The Good 'Burger Awards remain a cornerstone event for the Chamber, showcasing the heart and soul of St. Pete's dynamic business and cultural community.
To view photos from the event, please visit the St. Pete Chamber Flickr page.
For more information about the St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce and upcoming events, contact Bianca Soler or follow @stpetechamber on Instagram.
About the St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce
The St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to fostering economic growth and community engagement in St. Petersburg, Florida. Through advocacy, events, and resources, the Chamber supports local businesses and works to make St. Pete a vibrant place for all.
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