Chamber Ambassadors are an elite group of volunteers who help to create a positive image of the Chamber. They circulate, greet, and welcome new Chamber members. They make introductions and invite participation wherever they go.
While attending ribbon cuttings and helping at Chamber events, Ambassadors reap the rewards of making new contacts, strengthening relationships, and accessing a wealth of information and community resources.
Be sure to look out for these friendly faces at Chamber events! Also, check out the reasons why they find their membership and their role as Ambassador valuable.
If the Ambassador Program looks like a good fit for you, please give us a call at (850) 837-6241 or email membership@DestinChamber.com for details.
Wayne Chernicky
President, Private Investments
"Serving as Ambassador affords me the opportunity to observe the progression of our city and to interact with business owners and leaders in our thriving community."
Ivana Coteat
Director of Sales, Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach
“Being a Chamber Member allows me to expand my professional network, strengthen business relationships, and leverage Chamber resources, while promoting our organization. My role as an Ambassador has facilitated valuable networking opportunities for me with like-minded business professionals and enabled me to contribute to our community through volunteering and active involvement.”
Fred Fenn
Retired
“Great people and a great organization!”
Brenda Gray
Director of Sales, Hilton Garden Inn Destin/Miramar Beach
"This unique group of volunteers that make up the Ambassador program are as beautiful as the area we live in. I have been able to explore this area, while supporting local businesses, new and old. The ribbon cuttings are so much fun and very exciting. We get to witness the new business owners, 'our new Members,' share their hopes and dreams with so much gratitude. It is an honor and privilege being an Ambassador with the Destin Chamber of Commerce."
Bill Head
Retired Air Force
"Being a member of the Destin Chamber of Commerce keeps me connected to the community and aware of changes in the community. I love interacting with members and helping them be aware of what the Chamber has to offer and how the Chamber helps them grow their business."
Teresa Hebert
Councilwoman, City of Destin
"What I enjoy most about being an Ambassador is involving myself in new businesses, as well as established businesses, and giving my personal time to help our city grow!"
Tim Kersanac
Financial Services Professional, New York Life
The best part of being a Chamber Ambassador is "welcoming new members to the Chamber by participating in the ribbon cutting activities."
Danica LaFaire
Owner, Fish Window Cleaning
"The best part of being a Destin Chamber Ambassador is the bonds we create with the businesses and folks of our community. I love being able to recommend a local business because I had a moment to get to know them at a ribbon cutting or Chamber event. Some of my closest relationships are because we met at a Chamber function."
Trisha Marks
Client and Community Relations Manager, SimpleHR
"The Chamber offers many opportunities to meet and connect with other business owners, professionals and community leaders. Being an Ambassador helps build relationships with other Chamber members, exchange ideas, gain new business contacts and, most of all, help new members get the most out of their membership."
Christine Martinez
Broker/Associate, EXIT Realty Anchor South
"It is such an honor to serve as an Ambassador of the Destin Chamber of Commerce! My goal is to be an active member of the community, contribute to its progress, connect with fellow professionals, welcome new businesses, and remain knowledgeable about our local matters and events. My ultimate goal is to represent the Chamber with passion, in the most positive and effective manner possible."
Bryana McCall
Development and Outreach Director for Okaloosa/Walton, Gulf Coast Sexual Assault Program
"The best thing I ever did after moving here a little over eight years ago was join the Ambassador program. It not only provided opportunities to meet people in the community and build business relationships, but I also formed personal friendships with some of my fellow Ambassadors. After moving here not knowing a soul, it truly was a blessing. I highly recommend joining this group as a Destin Chamber member!"
Springer Williams
VP, Retail Market Manager, First National Bank, Miramar Beach
“Being active in Chamber activities, (not simply being a member), has expanded my village of driven, God-loving individuals I now get to work alongside of & call friends. It’s exciting to be a part of an organization that celebrates the success of the community & the businesses that serve our area. The Chamber genuinely seeks to help others elevate their businesses beyond what was thought possible. My favorite, the Blessing of the Market & the Blessing of the Fleet, are perfect examples of this.
As an Ambassador, I get to interact at a higher level & have made it my personal mission to ensure everyone feels welcome & comfortable at events. Networking can be a dreaded 'task' to some, I’ve felt that; I’d like to help turn that mindset around & help others know their presence is welcomed, appreciated, & most of all, by no coincidence. God places us where we are for a reason – seek it out! We are here for such a time as this. Let’s work together to uncover how He plans to use us to glorify Him & in doing so, bless our community beyond measure!”
