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Keynote Presentations To Include State of the County and State of the Port & Harbor

The Hancock Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Midyear Meeting, known as “Business Over Brunch,” on Thursday, May 15th, at Hollywood Casino – Gulf Coast. The event will feature a champagne jazz brunch with live music by Holly’s Dad’s Jazz Band, celebrating the positive developments and achievements in Hancock County.

Keynote Presentations:

Hancock County Community Development Foundation Board President Ray Wesson

Hancock Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tish Williams 

State of the County Address by Scotty Adam, President of the Hancock County Board of Supervisors

State of the Port & Harbor by CEO Blaine LaFontaine

The Midyear Meeting provides a unique opportunity to learn about the Hancock Chamber of Commerce, the largest and oldest business organization in Hancock County. With 500 members and 99 years of history, the Chamber’s mission is to promote civic, social, and economic infrastructure through various programs, events, and committees.

Highlights of the Event:

– Presentation of the Jody Compretta Person of Passion Award to an outstanding member who has made significant contributions to Hancock County’s civic, social, and economic development.

– Presentation of the Key to Commerce Award to an outstanding member of the Hancock Chamber Ambassadors

– Presentation of the Hancock Young Professionals Rising Star Award

Date: Thursday, May 15th

Time: Doors Open: 11:00 a.m. (Mimosas and Networking)

Buffet & Live Music: 11:30 a.m.

Program Begins: 12:00 p.m.

Location: Hollywood Casino – Gulf Coast

Website: http://hancockchamber.org

Event Sponsors:

  • Presenting: Hancock Chamber of Commerce, Hancock County Community Development Foundation, Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast, Hancock County Board of Supervisors, and the Hancock County Port & Harbor Commission.
  • Platinum: Butler Snow, Chiniche Engineering & Surveying, Community Bank, Coast Electric, City of Diamondhead, Hancock Whitney, John McDonald Realty, Mississippi Power, The Longo Group, Silver Slipper Casino Hotel, and Southern Mississippi Planning & Development District.
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