Meet Doug

Doug Homeyer is a St. Petersburg business owner, community member, and long-time financial professional who is committed to serving District 6 with practical, community-focused leadership.

With more than four decades of experience in financial services, Doug has built his career helping individuals, families, and business owners plan for the future and make informed decisions. He is the founder and president of Benefits Plus Financial, a St. Petersburg-based firm located on Central Avenue, where he works closely with clients on retirement planning, insurance, and long-term financial stability.

Doug’s approach to his professional work is rooted in trust, relationships, and education. He believes that people make better decisions when they understand their options, and he has spent his career helping others navigate complex choices with clarity and confidence.

Originally from Little Rock, Arkansas, Doug chose to make St. Petersburg his home and has embraced the community fully. Since moving to the area, he has become actively involved in local organizations and civic life. He is a member of the Chamber of Commerce and has participated in community efforts throughout the city, building relationships with residents, business owners, and community leaders.

Doug is known by those who work with him as someone who listens first, follows through, and focuses on practical solutions. His approach is simple. Understand the issue, engage with the people affected, and work toward results that make a meaningful difference.

Doug’s vision for District 6 is grounded in the belief that a strong community must work for everyone. He is focused on ensuring that residents can live with stability, work with opportunity, enjoy safe and vibrant spaces to play, and welcome visitors in a way that supports the local economy while preserving the character of the community.

He appreciates everything St. Petersburg has to offer, from its neighborhoods and small businesses to its waterfront and public spaces. He believes District 6 should continue to grow in a way that strengthens these assets rather than putting them at risk.

Doug is running for City Council because he believes it is time to take his commitment to the community to the next level. His experience in the private sector, combined with his ongoing involvement in the community, provides a practical perspective on the challenges facing District 6, including housing, infrastructure, economic growth, and neighborhood stability.

He is committed to representing District 6 with integrity, accessibility, and a steady focus on the people who call it home. Doug believes that good leadership starts with listening and that strong communities are built by working together.