Why is membership in the Biloxi Bay Chamber of Commerce important to you? 

Our members say it best:

"Multi Staffing has been a member of the Biloxi Bay Chamber of Commerce for the past 10 years and will remain a huge chamber supporter. Biloxi Bay Chamber provides me with so many networking opportunities from the Bay Connects to the Business Expo.  These events have proven over and over to be a very valuable source of new business.

I am thrilled to be a member of the Biloxi Bay Chamber; it’s like one big happy family.  I would strongly encourage any business, whether large or small to join and get involved!  It’s the best way to grow your business and your friendships!"

Robin Killeen, CSP, District Manager

"Biloxi Bay Chamber has been a great opportunity to network with other businesses in our community. Through the Ambassador Committee, I have met many people and have enjoyed all of the ribbon cuttings and other events.  Joining the Board and being involved with the Special Projects Committee has been a great experience as well.  BBCC is lots of fun and a great place to be!"

Kay Daneault, Executive Director
Mental Health Association of Mississippi

"The interaction and networking opportunities afforded by my Chamber membership are outstanding; those who were once business contacts are now friends.  The common desire to improve Biloxi is evident by the projects undertaken by the Biloxi Bay Chamber of Commerce.  And, the Membership Directory is definitely something you want to keep handy!"

Dr. Paul A. Tisdale
Superintendant
Biloxi Public Schools

The Mission Statement of the Biloxi Bay Chamber of Commerce is..."to Encourage, Promote and Enhance the Economic Posture, Environment and Cultural Heritage of the Biloxi Bay region."

Through nine committees, the Biloxi Bay Chamber implements a program of work that encompasses every aspect of Biloxi and carries out the Chamber’s stated mission.

Committee Involvement

Beautification & Environment

• Enhance Biloxi Gateway signs
• Working to develop outdoor murals to enhance Biloxi’s visual appeal
• “Go Green at Town Green” – placed recycling receptacles for public use
• Two phases completed on the Natural Beach Restoration Project

Culture & Heritage

• Co-Sponsor Old Biloxi Cemetery Tour and reenactments
  
• Working to establish a monument for the Westergard Boat Yard
  
• Help coordinate with the City of Biloxi National Preservation Month
• Working to “revive” Biloxi Volksmarch Trail

Economic Development

• Participate in the annual “Legislative Reception” held in Jackson, Mississippi
• Co-Sponsor workshops and seminars
• Work with public and private agencies to encourage the economic development of the Biloxi area
• Work with Main Street Biloxi to revitalize downtown Biloxi

Education

• Award annual Tri-Centennial Scholarship
• Mock Interviews at Biloxi High School
• Co-Sponsor Reading Fair in the Biloxi Public Schools
• Co-Sponsor Shoe Box Float Contest
• Sponsor Senior Spotlight Program at Biloxi High and St. Patrick
• Participate in Teacher Appreciation Week
• Sponsor New Teacher Orientation lunch for new teachers in the Biloxi Public Schools
  
• Partner with Excel by 5
  

Membership

• Membership Ambassadors
• Recruit new members
• Attend and assist in coordinating Ribbon Cuttings
• Hold Membership Drive Awards Party
• Hold Annual Membership Meeting and Fish Fry
• Coordinate annual Membership Drive
• Attend and assist in coordinating Bay Connects - Your After Hours Network
• Networking opportunities
• New Member Networking Reception

Military/Veterans Affairs

• Host annual Schooner Cruise for Keesler New Commanders
• Participate in Wings Award Banquet
• Co-Sponsor annual National Veterans Day Parade
• Sponsor fish fry for participants at Scope Warrior Conference
• Co-Sponsor the annual Keesler Air Force Base vs. Biloxi Bay Chamber Golf Tournament
• Sponsorship for attendees to the Salute to the Military

Public Affairs

• Write weekly articles for the Bay Press and submit to other media
• Prepare Press Releases and submit to the Sun Herald &  Business Journal of South Mississippi
• Provide information to maintain the Chamber website
• Distribution of BILOXI magazine and Membership Directory/ Business Guide

Special Projects

• Sponsor the “Biloxian Made Good” Shrimp Boil
• Sponsor the Annual “State of the City” Address by Mayor A.J. Holloway
• Co-sponsor the Fourth of July Fireworks display
• Co-sponsor Christmas on the Water
• Coordinate Membership Christmas Party

Tourism & Promotion

• Coordinate Front line Familiarization Tours for Hospitality/Tourism Members’ employees
• Participate in the Editorial for the BILOXI magazine