The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc., in conjunction with the Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, Jackson County Chamber of Commerce, and Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce, holds the One Coast Awards each year. These awards, formally the Roland Weeks Hall of Fame, are Top 10 Under 40 and Community Leader Awards. The 2026 event will be on March 31, 2026, at 8 A.M. at Beau Rivage Resort & Casino. 

CLICK HERE TO NOMINATE.

PLEASE EMAIL COMPLETED nominations to kendyll@mscoastchamber.com or mail to Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. 11975 Seaway Road, Suite B-120 Gulfport, MS 39503 by 4:00pm on FRIDAY, January 9, 2026.

No handwritten or faxed nominations will be accepted. Questions? 228.604.0014. 

Coast Young Professionals is designed to develop leaders along the Mississippi Gulf Coast by connecting its network of over 160 diverse and dynamic young professionals throughout the region. 

To become a member of Coast Young Professionals, Click Here.  

Click Here to learn more about CYP's Program of Work and benefits of being involved.

Click Here to nominate CYP MVP and Hall of Fame

Military One Coast (formerly known as Coast Centurions) is dedicated to the retention of the Coast’s military installations and presence. For more information call 228-604-0014 or email laura@mscoastchamber.com

To become a member of Military One Coast, CLICK HERE.

Military One Coast, in proud partnership with Keesler Air Force Base, is thrilled to launch the Home Away from Home program.

This heartfelt initiative is designed to connect KAFB service members with local Host Families—community members who open their hearts and homes to help alleviate the stress and loneliness that can come with being far from loved ones, often for the very first time. Through shared hobbies, mutual interests, and meaningful connections, Host Families provide a warm, welcoming environment where our warriors can relax, recharge, and enjoy life beyond the base. 

Interested in becoming a Host Family or hosting as a civic organization? CLICK HERE!

Please email your completed application to Laura Benoit, Director, Gulfport Chamber; Liaison Military One Coast, laura@mscoastchamber.com

This award is presented annually to a business in Pass Christian, who through the commitment to the community has made a positive impact in Pass Christian.

Click here to nominate!

*Nominee must be a Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce Member in good standing. Please use Chamber Directory to verify business is a Chamber Member, www.mscoastchamber.com.

*Nominee must be located in Pass Christian, MS.

*Nominee may be from either “for-profit” or “not-for-profit” sectors

Nominations are due by Friday, October 44, 2025 by 12:00PM.

The Biloxi Chamber of Commerce Junior Leadership Biloxi program aims to develop 9th-grade students into community-minded leaders with strong character who are eager to contribute positively to society. Eligible students residing in or attending school in Biloxi who have not previously participated in the program are encouraged to apply.

Completed applications must be submitted or emailed no later than 4 pm on December 5, 2025 to info@mscoastchamber.com, or postmarked or hand-delivered no later than 4 pm on December 5, 2025 to:
JUNIOR LEADERSHIP BILOXI, Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
11975 Seaway Road, B120, Gulfport, MS 39503

Late applications will not be accepted.

Click here to apply!