Coast updates, regional priorities, member survey findings and Dr. Kollin Napier’s guidance on responsible AI.

GCBC’s August meeting highlighted $172,900 in community grants and MSBA insights on Mississippi’s workforce, economy, health and 2027 elections.

GCBC’s July Meeting launched a regional priorities process, private-sector survey, select committee and advocacy strategy for Coastal Mississippi.

See what GCBC accomplished during the first half of 2026, from StartUp Gulf Coast and Mission 3 to AI leadership and regional initiatives.

GCBC and William Carey University celebrated outstanding business and community leaders, recognized student scholarship recipients, and presented the inaugural Joseph C. Canizaro Leadership Award.

Discover how the Port of Gulfport, Port Pascagoula, and Port Bienville are driving jobs, investment, and economic growth across Coastal Mississippi.