Program of Work
Biloxi Chamber hosts events and programs that support its Chamber member businesses and Biloxi community in the areas of Community & Economic Development, Education & Workforce Development, Military & Public Affairs, and Small Business Development.
Breakfast with the Mayor
This bi-monthly event is held at various locations throughout Biloxi. Approximately 100 business and community leaders attend this event each month, where Mayor Holloway speaks on behalf of the City of Biloxi.
Morning Call
The Morning Call Breakfast is a long-time tradition of the Biloxi Chamber of Commerce. Quarterly, a Morning Call Breakfast is held in a particular area of the City and is sponsored by a local business. The program consists of a featured speaker and a breakfast buffet. Each Morning Call breakfast provides a great networking opportunity for all members and potential members. Approximately 75-300 attendees.
Education
2009 Biloxi & Gulfport Chambers of Commerce Excellence in Education Awards Biloxi & Gulfport Chambers of Commerce Excellence in Education Awards Ceremony is a forum to honor City of Biloxi Teachers, Administrators and Supporters of Education strive to leave positive imprints on the youth in our community. Scholarships will also be presented to graduating seniors that have demonstrated dedication to academics and the community. Honoring outstanding individuals is an opportunity to thank them for their dedication. Through your sponsorship you are able expose your company to customers in the business community while providing validation to those in the education community for their tireless commitment. This provides an incredible marketing opportunity through your chamber membership. Event will take place in May 2009.
2009 EDUCATOR AWARDS City of Biloxi Teachers, Administrators and Supporters of Education strive to leave positive imprints on the youth in our community. Honoring outstanding individuals is an opportunity to thank them for their dedication. Through your sponsorship you are able expose your company to customers in the business community while providing validation to those in the education community for their tireless commitment. This provides an incredible marketing opportunity through your chamber membership. Awards will be presented at Biloxi & Gulfport Chambers of Commerce Excellence in Education Awards Ceremony
Uncorked
Uncorked is one of the Biloxi Chamber of Commerce’s newest events. This wine tasting fundraiser is a pallet pleaser! Attendees sample over 25 different wines while dinning on a fabulous array of hors d’oeuvres and listening to excellent entertainment. Guests can also participate in a silent auction and register for a chance to win a fabulous prize! Uncorked premiered in 2005 and is one of the Gulf Coast’s premium events!
Officer of the Quarter Awards
Biloxi Chamber of Commerce presents quarterly awards to deserving members of the Biloxi Police Department and Biloxi Fire Department in order to recognize great achievements of Biloxi’s Public Officers.
Biloxi Seafood Festival
Biloxi Seafood Festival is a very important part of what makes Biloxi a diverse and unique community as we highlight our rich history and seafood industry. Held at the Biloxi Town Green, Biloxi Seafood Festival is a celebration of family, community and seafood heritage in the City of Biloxi. It is the event of the year that you do not want to miss!
Scholarships
Rewarding students for their commitment to academics and the community is a wonderful opportunity to demonstrate leadership. Your business’s commitment to education can leave a positive imprint on the life of a potential future community leader of the City of Biloxi. Through your sponsorship you expose your company to customers in the business community while assisting with the financial hardships associated with the first year of college. This provides an incredible marketing opportunity through your chamber membership.