Largo/mid-pinellas Chamber Of Commerce, Inc.

What Largo/mid-pinellas Chamber Of Commerce, Inc. does

The Central Pinellas Chamber of Commerce (legal entity: Largo/mid-pinellas Chamber of Commerce, Inc.) is a private, not-for-profit regional business association founded in 1952 and headquartered at 801 West Bay Center, Suite 602, Largo, Florida. It serves the Central Pinellas business community — a region of more than 300,000 residents — with over 300 member businesses representing approximately 15,000 employees/associates, of which more than 85% are small businesses. The Chamber describes itself as the most active organization representing business interests in the region and operates as a volunteer-driven, membership-based organization governed by an elected Board of Directors, an Executive Committee, and professional staff led by President Tom Morrissette.

Its core products and programs fall into three layers: (1) tiered annual Membership (Small Business, Basic Business, Large Business, Corporate Investment, Non-Profit, Individual) with annual dues starting at $430; (2) an annual Business Directory (the 2026-2027 Go-to Guide) plus the E-Connection weekly newsletter and a Facebook presence for member promotion; and (3) higher-engagement programs including Business Networking Teams (category-locked referral seats at $100/year), the tiered Trustee Society (Premier/Gold/Silver), and signature events — Focus Economic Forecast Breakfast, Business in Springtime Expo, Inspire Awards, and Holiday Luncheon — plus ceremonial Ribbon Cuttings, ChamberCARES community outreach, and committees (Ambassadors, BDAC, Women's Leadership). The underlying technology stack is intentionally minimal and non-proprietary: a static informational website (centralchamber.biz), a MemberThrive member portal, a Constant Contact-powered email newsletter, and Facebook. There is no software product, API, AI/ML capability, patent, or proprietary platform.

The business model is diversified but small-scale. Revenue is generated from subscription-recurring membership dues (six tiers), tiered Trustee Society memberships (Premier/Gold/Silver with corporate-institutional anchors including Duke Energy, BayCare/Morton Plant, HCA Florida Largo Hospital, Regions Bank, First Citizens Bank, Encompass Health, State Farm, and Visit St. Pete/Clearwater), and transactional event sponsorships and advertising ($50–$200+ per item). Distribution is direct — phone, email, in-person networking teams, and committee engagement — entirely within a single regional geography. The Chamber does not disclose revenue, headcount, or membership-count trends.

Name

Largo/mid-pinellas Chamber Of Commerce, Inc.

Legal name

Central Pinellas Chamber of Commerce

Website

https://centralchamber.biz

Company type

Private

Founded year

1952

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Central Pinellas Chamber of Commerce is a 1952-founded, private not-for-profit regional Chamber serving 300+ member businesses (85%+ small businesses) representing ~15,000 employees across Central Pinellas, Florida, via tiered membership dues, networking teams, signature events, and a Trustee Society program.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Largo

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees provide core revenue. Multiple membership tiers available: Small Business, Basic Business, Large Business, Corporate Investment, Non-Profit, and Individual. Rates start at $430 per year.
2. Event Sponsorships and Advertising: Revenue generated from event sponsorships including Coffee An' Networking sponsorships ($200), B2B Happy Hour sponsorships ($150), website advertising, E-Connection newsletter promotions (starting at $50), and enhanced business directory profiles ($100).
3. Trustee Society Program: Exclusive marketing and business advantage program with tiered membership (Premier, Gold, Silver). Provides marketing and advertising opportunities, VIP services, and recognition at Chamber events. Generates revenue from premium tier memberships.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Largo/mid-pinellas Chamber of Commerce provides business membership services to companies and individuals in the Largo and Mid-Pinellas region of Florida. Its core offerings include tiered membership packages, structured networking groups (such as business professionals and young professionals groups), event programming (business expos, ribbon cuttings, awards, luncheons), and legislative/community advocacy on behalf of local businesses.

Product overview

The Central Pinellas Chamber of Commerce operates as a membership-based organization offering a suite of programs and services designed to support business growth and community development in the Central Pinellas region. The core offerings center around membership tiers (Small Business through Corporate Investment), the annual Business Directory (Go-to Guide), Business Networking Teams, and Signature Events including the Focus Economic Forecast Breakfast, Business in Springtime Expo, Inspire Awards, and Holiday Luncheon. Premium marketing opportunities are available through the Trustee Society program with Premier, Gold, and Silver tiers. Additional member engagement programs include the Ambassador Team, Women's Leadership Committee, Business Development and Advocacy Committee, ChamberCARES community outreach initiative, and Ribbon Cutting ceremonies for member businesses.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Chamber Membership (Tiered Packages) Annual chamber membership packages offered at multiple tiers (Corporate, Sustaining, Standard, Non-Profit, and Individual) granting members access to networking events, the member directory, advocacy representation, and ribbon-cutting/grand-opening services. Targeted at locally owned businesses, regional companies, non-profits, and individuals in the Largo/Mid-Pinellas area.
• Networking Groups Structured peer-networking groups (e.g., Business Professionals Group, Young Professionals Group) that meet regularly for member-to-member referrals, business development, and relationship-building. Aimed at chamber members seeking recurring networking engagement.
• Events and Programming Chamber-hosted events including business expos, ribbon cuttings, awards ceremonies, and luncheons that provide member visibility, recognition, and community engagement opportunities for member businesses.
• Community and Legislative Advocacy Advocacy on behalf of members with local and county government on issues affecting the Mid-Pinellas business community, representing member interests in civic and economic-development matters.
• Member Directory and Business Referrals Online and published member directory listing member businesses by category to drive referrals and visibility. Available to and used by the local community and other members to find member-owned businesses.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 300 member businesses
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Duke EnergycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPremier Tier Trustee Society member. Duke Energy representative Sofia Jusufovic serves on the Board of Directors. Premier tier provides marketing visibility and VIP event access.
• National Aviation Academy (NAA)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerPremier Tier Trustee Society member. Pam Van Sant serves as Immediate Past Chairman of the Board. Premier tier provides marketing visibility and VIP event access.
• Visit St. Pete/ClearwatercoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPremier Tier Trustee Society member and marketing partner. Collaborates on tourism promotion for the region.
• Regions BankmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Tier Trustee Society member. Chris Cook serves on the Board of Directors. Christine Cook chairs the Ambassadors Team. Gold tier provides enhanced marketing opportunities.
• Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of LargomajorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Tier Trustee Society member. Nolan Willoughby serves on the Board of Directors.
• HCA Florida Largo HospitalmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerSilver Tier Trustee Society member. HCA Healthcare affiliate in the region.
• Morton Plant Hospital (BayCare)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerSilver Tier Trustee Society member. BayCare health system affiliate providing healthcare services.
• First Citizens BankmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Tier Trustee Society member. Gamal Megherfi serves on the Board of Directors.
• State Farm - Team CoccomajorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Tier Trustee Society member. Nate Cocco serves on the Board of Directors. Named 2025 Business of the Year.
• Pinellas County Housing AuthoritymajorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Tier Trustee Society member. Jennifer Kraschinsky serves on the Board of Directors.
• Serenity Funeral Home & Serenity Memorial GardensmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Tier Trustee Society member. Carrie Orozco serves on the Board and co-chairs Women's Leadership Committee.
• Piper Fire ProtectionmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerSilver Tier Trustee Society member. Melissa Faint serves on the Board of Directors.
• Tommy's Express Car WashmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Tier Trustee Society member. Ann Wheeler serves on the Board of Directors.
• VITAS HealthcaremajorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Tier Trustee Society member. Hospice and palliative care services provider in Pinellas County.
• Home InsteadmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Tier Trustee Society member. Home care services provider in the region.
• Melody Hunter HomesmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Tier Trustee Society member. Melody Hunter serves on the Board of Directors.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• U.S. Chamber of Commerce: National chamber of commerce and the largest business federation in the United States. Operates the same member-based business association model at national scale, representing business interests and providing networking/advocacy infrastructure analogous to local chambers.
• Florida Chamber of Commerce: Statewide chamber organization representing Florida businesses across all regions. Operates the same fundamental membership/advocacy model at much larger geographic scale, providing policy and economic development resources that complement and overlap with regional chambers like Central Pinellas.

Direct peers

• Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce: Regional chamber serving Clearwater, FL, immediately adjacent to Central Pinellas. Operates the same membership organization model with networking, advocacy, and signature events, directly competing for members within Pinellas County.
• Dunedin Chamber of Commerce: Local chamber serving Dunedin, FL, also within Pinellas County. Comparable local business association model with networking, member benefits, and signature events, serving overlapping member demographics in the same geographic market.
• St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce: Regional chamber serving St. Petersburg, FL, in the same Tampa Bay market. Operates the same member-based business association model with networking events, advocacy, and signature programs, competing for overlapping SMB and corporate members in Pinellas County.
• Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce: Regional chamber serving the broader Tampa Bay area, including Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. Closely comparable model of membership tiers, networking groups, signature events, and advocacy programs targeting the same SMB and corporate member base.
• Tarpon Springs Chamber of Commerce: Local chamber serving Tarpon Springs, FL, also within Pinellas County. Comparable local business association model targeting SMBs with networking, advocacy, events, and visitor promotion, directly competing for members and sponsors in the same county.
• Pinellas Park Chamber of Commerce: Local chamber serving Pinellas Park, FL, a municipality within Pinellas County. Closely comparable local business association with networking, advocacy, and events, competing for members and sponsors in the same sub-region.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks2 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/CentralPinellasChamber
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/centralpinellaschamber

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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