Founded in 1973, the Downtown Business Association (DBA) is a non-profit membership association representing the arts, retail, restaurants, banking, utilities, city government and other various types of businesses, with a common interest of strengthening the downtown area. We promote downtown St. Petersburg as a vibrant, safe and friendly waterfront environment with outstanding entertainment, cultural attractions, educational facilities, retail, art galleries, medical care resources, architectural design and business opportunities.
MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS
, Our membership meetings are held the 3rd Wednesday every month (except July & December), from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m., at various locations hosted by member businesses. Meetings are designed to provide an opportunity to share important information about your business, as well as offering opportunities to learn more about our community, area events, customer service, merchandising and more.
Upcoming Meeting Information
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Next Regular Membership Meeting will be Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Hosted by Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick
City Center Building, 100 2nd Avenue S
Networking 8:30 - 9:00 a.m. | Program 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Program: City Update and Installation of 2026 Board of Directors by Gina Driscoll, St. Petersburg City Council District 6
Refreshments will be provided; no cost to attend.
Upcoming Meeting Information
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Next Regular Membership Meeting will be Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Hosted by Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick
City Center Building, 100 2nd Avenue S
Networking 8:30 - 9:00 a.m. | Program 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Program: City Update and Installation of 2026 Board of Directors by Gina Driscoll, St. Petersburg City Council District 6
Refreshments will be provided; no cost to attend.
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2026 Board of Directors
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SOCIAL GATHERINGS |
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President - David Delrahim, Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick
Vice President - Tony Loeffler, Atlas Body + Home Treasurer - Catherine Binger, Binger Financial Secretary - Shelli Hemans Directors: Mary Clark, Shoreline Sugars Eileen Epright, Tampa Bay Times Jose Martinez, Sartorial, Inc. Jane Rakestraw, Schakolad Chocolate Factory Meredith Rodgers, Sapphire Audio Visual Experts Matt Shapiro, Skillman Insurance Partners Anthony Shun, NautiGirl Beachwear Past President - Tami Simms, Coastal Properties Group |
Every so often, we have an after-hours social gathering with no formal agenda, just an opportunity for members and prospective members to mix & mingle and get to know one another better. These events are held at various member businesses, particularly our restaurant and bar members for whom hosting an early morning meeting isn't ideal.
We hope to see you at our next event
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Downtown Business Association of St. Petersburg, FL, Inc. | 200 Second Ave. S #102, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 | [email protected]