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Monday, May 16, 2022News Release: 5/16/2022
MS GULF COAST – The Pass Christian Chamber of Commerce will host the 2nd annual “Putting in the Pass” Golf Tournament on Monday, June 6, 2022. This 18-hole golf tournament will be held at The Oaks Golf Club in Pass Christian.“We are thrilled to be hosting the 2nd annual golf tournament at the beautiful Oaks Golf Club located in Pass Christian,” said Long Beach and Pass Christian Chamber Director, LaWanda Jones. “’Putting in the Pass’ is a fundraiser that will allow the Chamber to give back to the community
Wednesday, May 11, 2022SIX STATE LEGISLATORS TO SPEAK AT 2022 POST LEGISLATIVE BRIEFING
MS GULF COAST - The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. will hold its 2022 Post Legislative Briefing on Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at Golden Nugget Casino in Biloxi.Confirmed legislators include Representative Richard Bennett, Senator Joel Carter Jr., Senator Scott DeLano, Senator Jeremy England, Representative Kevin Felsher and Senator Brice Wiggins. The legislators will be asked a series of questions in a panel discussion regarding the legislative session.“The annual Post Legislative Briefing is
Tuesday, May 10, 2022LaWanda Jones to serve as Director, Long Beach and Pass Christian Chambers of Commerce
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is pleased to announce and welcome LaWanda Jones to serve as the new Director of Long Beach and Pass Christian Chambers of Commerce. Jones joins the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber with several years of experience working and supporting businesses and our local community. Jones was the Senior Development Manager for the past 4 years at the American Cancer Society. She was responsible for significant income targets, event related missions and advocacy
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Friday, April 29, 2022Biloxi and Gulfport Chambers of Commerce honor students and educators
GULFPORT, MISS., April 29, 2022– Biloxi and Gulfport Chambers of Commerce hosted their annual Excellence in Education Awards Ceremony where $14,500 in scholarships were awarded to high school seniors and educators received special recognition. Biloxi Chamber of Commerce’s scholarship recipients include Ansley Pecoul, Emily Krieger, Norah Hammond, Adam Bienvenue, Madeline Raynor, Hannah Radicia, Justin Useforge, Nyla Wormley, Emma Gibson, Amya Ross and Lilli Block. Gulfport Chamber of Commerce’s
Monday, April 25, 20222022 CYP Connect Sunset Cruise with Ship Island Excursions
Coast Young Professionals (CYP) announces their annual Sunset Cruise, an event part of their CYP Connect Series. CYP Connect is a series offered morning, noon, and night that allow members to expand their professional networks and engage with individuals spanning a variety of industries. Typically hosted at unique venues throughout the region to experience all that Coastal Mississippi offers. The sunset cruise is a partnership with Ship Island Excursions, and will take place on May 5th. Attendees will
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Monday, April 25, 2022Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber Presents Economic Vibe: Meet and Greet with Judy Young, Executive Director of Coastal Mississippi
MS GULF COAST - The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. presents Economic VIBE: Meet and Greet with Judy Young. The event will be held Tuesday, May 10, 2022, at the John S. and James L. Knight Nonprofit Center, 11975 Seaway Road, Gulfport, MS 39503. Judy Young is the recently appointed Executive Director of Coastal Mississippi, the three-county organization charged with promoting South Mississippi as a tourism and convention destination worldwide. She will provide an update on her plans and
Thursday, April 21, 2022Gulfport Chamber of Commerce's 9th Annual Taste, Rattle and Roll to also feature Mississippi Seafood Cookoff
Gulfport, MS - The Gulfport Chamber of Commerce 9th annual Taste, Rattle & Roll fundraiser will return to the fountains of Centennial Plaza on Thursday, May 12, from 5 to 8 p.m. in an outdoors street-market style tasting event.This year, along with presenting sponsor Island View Casino Resort, the Gulfport Chamber is welcoming more than 30 vendors representing Gulfport's best restaurants, caterers, bakeries, and more. The event will also include tastings of soft drinks, beer, and spirits, so this is an age
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Thursday, April 14, 2022Chamber's Gulfport Reports to feature update from Public Works & Utilities
The Gulfport Chamber of Commerce will host its Gulfport Reports: An Update from Public Works & Utilities program, Thursday, April 21, starting at 8 a.m. in the Regions Banquet Room of the Knight Nonprofit Center, 11975 Seaway Road, Gulfport. Executive Billing and Operations Manager Ryan Merrill will share information on infrastructure projects, utility services, and the Gulfport Connect App!Gulfport Reports programs are designed to provide an avenue for city officials and local leaders to connect with the
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Wednesday, April 13, 2022Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce Presents Professional Development Managing Your Fear of PubIic Speaking Featuring Dorothy Wilson
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. presents Professional Development: Managing Your Fear of Public Speaking on Thursday, April 28, 2022, featuring Dorothy Wilson, Editor and Publisher of Gulf Coast Woman Magazine. Dorothy will discuss effective ways to communicate with credibility, assess your audience and persuade them to action, create an opening that grabs attention and much more. This professional development is for anyone who wants to build confidence and overcome fears associated
Friday, April 01, 2022Coast Chamber Divisions Open Small Business Grants
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. recently opened applications for seven small business grant programs including Women Entrepreneur grants, Veteran Owned business grants, Mississippi Power Shine A Light Minority business grants and city division grants for Gulfport, Biloxi, Long Beach and Pass Christian Chambers of Commerce small businesses. Small business grants are a membership benefit offered to Chamber members in good standing with the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce. In
Wednesday, February 02, 20222022 Pat Santucci Award Recipient Announced
Anthony Wilson was named on Tuesday, February 1, 2022, as the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc.’s 2022 recipient of the Pat Santucci “Spirit of the Coast” award. The award was presented in front of a crowd of nearly 600 attendees at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc.’s Annual Meeting held at the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino.Wilson is chairman, president, and CEO of Mississippi Power. Mississippi Power is a subsidiary of Southern Company – one of the nation’s largest energy
Thursday, January 27, 2022Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce Chamber Champions Announce Chair, Mike Slater, and Members
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is pleased to announce the 2022 Chamber Champions and Chair, Mike Slater, Business Development Representative for the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services.Slater previously worked at Sparklight for 34 years. He resides in Biloxi with his lovely wife, Karen, one of his four sons, Jordan, and Daisy - The Wonder Dog.Other members of the 2022 Chamber Champions are:Lindsey Calhoun: Edward Jones Lindsey CalhounSydney Davidson: United MSD
Tuesday, January 25, 2022Military One Coast Announces 2022 Board of Directors and Chair, Jerry Taranto
Military One Coast is pleased to announce the 2022 Board of Directors and Chair, Jerry Taranto.Taranto is currently a part-time consultant with experience in managing comprehensive public relations programs, congressional relations, contingency/crisis response actions and special event planning. He is an Air Force veteran who has served more than 30 years as a public affairs specialist both in uniform and as a government employee.Taranto, a Biloxi, Miss. native, is Vice President of the Gulf Coast Veterans
Wednesday, January 19, 2022Pass Christian Chamber of Commerce Announces 2022 Board of Directors and Chair, Chris Boudreaux
The Pass Christian Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 2022 Chair, Chris Boudreaux Owner of Chris Boudreaux Allstate Agency in Pass Christian.Boudreaux graduated from Louisiana State University in 2003 with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. He went on to attend the University of Arkansas and graduated in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Medicine. His nuclear medicine degree led him to the Mississippi Gulf Coast in August of 2004 working for Coast Cardiology. He worked his way into
Tuesday, January 11, 2022Long Beach Chamber of Commerce Announces 2022 Board of Directors and Chair, Michelle Kinsey
Long Beach Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 2022 Chair, Michelle Kinsey, Building Services Supervisor at Mississippi Power.Kinsey earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Management Information Systems and graduated with honors from The University of Southern Mississippi. She currently manages all Conference Services operations and directs the General Services Facility Specialists who help maintain MPC’s corporate facilities. She is responsible for the planning
Tuesday, January 11, 2022Coast Young Professionals Announces 2022 Board of Directors and Chair, Nicole Martz
Coast Young Professionals is pleased to announce the 2022 Chair, Nicole Martz, Special Events and Promotions Manager at IP Casino Resort SpaMartz is a creative marketing professional with a degree in Marketing and Business Management as well as over thirteen years’ experience in marketing within the fast-paced casino industry. Nicole works for IP Casino Resort Spa as the Special Events and Promotions Manager. There, she and her team create memorable moments and exciting offerings that entice visits from
Monday, January 10, 2022Gulfport Chamber of Commerce Announces 2022 Board of Directors and Chair, Johnny Olsen
The Gulfport Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its 2022 Chair is John “Johnny” Olsen Jr., AIA, Principal Architect, of LPK Architects P.A. in Gulfport.Olsen is a native of Pascagoula and a graduate of the Mississippi State University College of Architecture, Art and Design. With over 20 years of professional experience, he is responsible for project management, administration, and marketing for LPK’s Mississippi Gulf Coast office.A registered Architect in Mississippi and Tennessee and graduate of
Wednesday, January 05, 2022Biloxi Chamber of Commerce Announces 2022 Board of Directors and Chair, Bill Raymond
The Biloxi Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Bill Raymond as the chair of the Biloxi Chamber of Commerce for 2022.A Biloxi native, Raymond is a graduate of Notre Dame High School and the University of Southern Mississippi. His professional history includes 5 years as Downtown Services Manager for the City of Biloxi, which included managing the Main Street Program and the city’s visitor services program, as well as coordinating community special events. He also served as Main Street Executive
Tuesday, January 04, 2022Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. Announces 2022 Board of Directors and President, Sam Sandoz
Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is pleased to announce Sam Sandoz of Hancock Whitney Bank will serve as the 2022 President of the Board of Directors. Sam Sandoz currently serves as Vice President of Commercial Banking at Hancock Whitney Bank and has been in that role for 13 years. Prior to his current role, he served as a Portfolio Manager for the Regional Commercial President and as Interim Manager of the Commercial Credit Analysis Department. He has been with Hancock Whitney for over 16
Tuesday, May 11, 20212021 Pat Santucci Award Recipient Announced
Angie Juzang was named on Tuesday, May 11, 2021, as the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc.’s 2021 recipient of the Pat Santucci “Spirit of the Coast” award. The award was presented in front of a crowd of nearly 500 attendees at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc.’s Annual Meeting held at the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino.Juzang serves as Vice President Marketing & Community Relations at Memorial Hospital at Gulfport. She is responsible for managing all external and
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Tuesday, February 18, 20202020 Pat Santucci Award Recipient Announced
The late Arturo Barajas was named on Tuesday, February 18, 2020, as the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc.’s 2020 recipient of the Pat Santucci “Spirit of the Coast” award. The award was presented in front of a crowd of over 600 attendees at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc.’s Annual Meeting held at the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino. After a long illness, Barajas passed away on January 19, 2020. The award was accepted in his memory and honor by his wife Rachel Hancock
