HANCOCK CHAMBER HOSTING RIBBON CUTTING FOR HANCOCK RESOURCE CENTER HONORING THEIR SHARED HISTORY
The Hancock Chamber will host a ribbon cutting for the Hancock Resource Center’s new building Thursday, Feb. 20th at 4 p.m. The ribbon cutting ceremony will be immediately followed by Business After Hours, the Chamber’s monthly membership social. Business After Hours will last until 7 p.m. “We’re so fortunate to have an organization like the…
Read MoreHANCOCK YOUNG PROFESSIONALS ANNOUNCES 2025 EVENT DATES
Hancock Young Professionals (HYP), a program of the Hancock Chamber of Commerce, experienced a dynamic transformation in 2024. Reaffirming its mission to connect emerging leaders and cultivate the future of Hancock County, the group focused on renewing connections, and launching professional development and community engagement. Young professionals groups play a crucial role in fostering mentorship,…
Read MoreHANCOCK CHAMBER CELEBRATES A SPRING PACKED WITH RIBBON CUTTINGS
This week, the Hancock Chamber of Commerce announces the kick-off of the 100th Anniversary of its founding by the Bay St. Louis Rotary Club with a spring packed with Ribbon Cuttings for local businesses. From local entrepreneurs to popular regional businesses, new ventures are popping up across Hancock County, signaling growth and investment in our…
Read MoreHANCOCK COUNTY PARADE OF HOMES RETURNS SATURDAY, MARCH 29TH
NEW TOUR OF PROPERTIES AVAILABLE FOR SALE WILL PRESENTED IN CONJUNCTION WITH ARTS ALIVE FESTIVAL UNDER THE THEME “THE ART OF LIVING” The Parade of Homes will return to Hancock County on Saturday, March 29th during the two-day annual ArtsAlive Festival. The Parade, which is free and open to the public, will feature homes for…
Read MoreHANCOCK CHAMBER KICKS OFF CENTENNIAL, ANNOUNCES 2025 BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND CALENDAR OF EVENTS
The Hancock Chamber of Commerce is proud to kick off its centennial year, celebrating a century of fostering growth, innovation, and community spirit. Established in 1925 as the Bay St. Louis Chamber of Commerce by the Rotary Club, the organization officially became the Hancock Chamber in 1945. Today, it remains a cornerstone of economic and…
Read MoreHANCOCK CHAMBER ANNOUNCES 2025 AMBASSADOR TEAM
Dec. 16, 2024 – The Hancock Chamber of Commerce announced the 2025 Ambassador Team at their Christmas Party on Dec. 11th held at The Club at Diamondhead. The new team represents all areas of Hancock County and a wide variety of industries. Melanie Hotard of Ochsner Health will lead the group as Chair. “We can’t…
Read MoreHANCOCK CHAMBER AWARDS $6,700 TO LOCAL TEACHERS FOR CLASSROOM GRANTS
The Hancock Chamber Education Committee announced the recipients of its annual classroom grant program at the 2024 Teacher Appreciation Dinner. The classroom grant program started in 2009. It has awarded 87 grants totaling $80.797 including this year’s cohort. The 2024 recipients include: Georganne Kinney, Hancock Middle School – Motivational Stickers Production Project Lacey Vitalec, Hancock…
Read MoreSUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY: THE IMPORTANCE OF SHOPPING SMALL AND LOCAL
As the holiday season approaches, the Hancock Chamber of Commerce encourages everyone to shop small and local to strengthen our community. Supporting small businesses is more than a transaction—it’s an investment in the heart of Hancock County. Why Shopping Small Matters Small businesses are the backbone of our economy. Nationally, they represent 99.9% of all…
Read MoreBOARD PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE: SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL CHAMBER DAY 10/16/24
Together, We Can Always Accomplish MoreWednesday, October 16th is Support Your Local Chamber Day By Heather Ladner SmithPresident, Hancock Chamber of CommercePartner, Butler Snow Local Chambers of Commerce are our nation’s strongest small business advocates, providing a voice for thousands of communities across America. Wednesday, October 16th is National Support Your Chamber Day, which gives…
Read More“MAKE A DIFFERENCE CLASSROOM GRANT” APPLICATIONS OPEN THROUGH NOV. 3RD
The Hancock Chamber of Commerce’s Education Committee is offering an exciting opportunity for teachers in Hancock County schools to apply for “Make A Difference Classroom Grants” for the 2024-2025 school year. These grants, designed to support innovative projects and address classroom needs, are available for teachers in grades Pre-K through 12, with a maximum grant…
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