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Wednesday, September 07, 2022GULFPORT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES DIRECTOR CANDACE RULAND
MS GULF COAST- The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is pleased to announce and welcome Candace Ruland as the Gulfport Chamber of Commerce Director.Candace joins the Chamber with experience in the hospitality industry with Red Roof Inn, Island View Casino, and Shular Companies. Her duties included managing daily operations, managing employee relations, and implementing event plans and concepts. In her new role, Candace will handle all of the programs of work for the Gulfport Chamber of
Wednesday, August 31, 2022LEADERSHIP GULF COAST ANNOUNCES 2022-2023 CLASS
MS GULF COAST - The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. has announced the 31st class of local business, and community leaders selected to participate in its Leadership Gulf Coast program.“Leadership Gulf Coast welcomed its 31st class of business and community leaders from across South Mississippi,” said Adele Lyons, Chief Executive Officer of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce. “We’ve got another impressive class of 35 individuals who will engage in issues and opportunities facing
Wednesday, August 31, 2022SYDNEY RAY TO SERVE AS EXECUTIVE LIAISON AND CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
MS GULF COAST- The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is pleased to announce and welcome Sydney Ray to serve as the Executive Liaison and Customer Service Representative. Ray graduated from the University of Mississippi with a Bachelor of Integrated Marketing Communications. During her college career, Ray worked as a Brand Ambassador forPINK Campus Team and served as the Office Manager for American National Insurance. She has had several internships, including The School of Journalism and
Wednesday, August 24, 2022Matti Rae Seymour to serve as Long Beach and Pass Christian Chamber of Commerce Director
MS GULF COAST- The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is pleased to announce Matti Rae Seymour to serve as the Long Beach and Pass Christian Chamber of Commerce Director. Seymour joins the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber with experience as the Director of Community Events of Archbishop Chapelle High School. Her duties included organizing and executing various events and activities for the school, including the Emerald Gala, Chapelle Craft Fair, and Chapelle Summer and Acorn Camp. “Having
Friday, August 19, 2022LAWANDA JONES TO SERVE AS DIRECTOR OF BILOXI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
MS GULF COAST- The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is pleased to announce and welcome LaWanda Jones as the new Director of the Biloxi Chamber of Commerce. LaWanda has been a Chamber staff member since June as the Long Beach and Pass Christian Director.LaWanda brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the organization. LaWanda has served on the Biloxi Chamber Board of Directors for many years and has been heavily involved in the Biloxi Seafood Festival and several other events in the
Monday, August 01, 2022Leadership Gulf Coast Announces 2022-2023 Board of Directors
MS GULF COAST - The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. announces the 2022-2023 Board of Trustees for its Leadership Gulf Coast (LGC) program.Andrew Ratcliffe of 1108th TASMG will lead the Board of Trustees as its chair, with Lauren Santa Cruz of Hancock Whitney Bank serving as chair-elect.Also serving on the board are: Amy Bateson, Trustmark Bank Tiffany Bell, Women’s Resource CenterDr. Racheal Butler, Coastal Family Health CenterEmily Burke, Beau RivageShundral Cole, U.S. Attorney’s
Friday, July 29, 2022MEI-LI HERNANDEZ TO SERVE AS OPERATIONS MANAGER FOR THE MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
MS GULF COAST- The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is pleased to announce that Mei-Li Hernandez will serve as the new Operations Manager along with her duties as Membership Director for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce. Hernandez will oversee the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce's organizational processes and daily operations. Hernandez joined the Chamber staff in August 2016 and has grown the membership to 997 members. She has completed 3 of the 4 Institute of
Thursday, July 28, 2022KENDYLL PALERMO TO SERVE AS PROGRAMMING DIRECTOR
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is pleased to announce and welcome Kendyll Palermo as the new Programming Director. Palermo joins the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber with experience working at the Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast. She specializes in planning memorable events and has a strong background in community engagement. Palermo participated in the MGCCC Collegiate Academy program during her junior and senior high school years. She graduated concurrently with an associate’s
Friday, July 01, 2022Alexis Higgins to serve as Communications & Marketing Director
Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Alexis Higgins has accepted the position of Communications Director. Alexis has been a member of the Chamber staff since last August as the Programming Director. In her new role, Alexis will manage all of the marketing and communication efforts for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber. She is a valuable member of our team and her expertise in marketing and communication will be well utilized for the Chamber’s program of work and for our
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
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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
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
