Think back to when you were a child. What inspired you, and who or what did you want to be as an adult? Here, the Gulf Coast Woman team reflects on the hopes and dreams of their youth and how those aspirations led them to what they’re doing now. DOROTHY P. WILSON Publisher and editor […]
By Dr. Sheila E. Sapp All parents and caregivers want their children to have successful and productive lives as they journey to adulthood. Many do not realize that they have access to power tools that ensure not only their children’s success, but also enable them to become future contributing members of our society. What are […]
ADELE LYONS Chief executive officer, Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce Reflecting on her career in business support and nonprofit leadership, Adele Lyons is understandably proud of her track record. “At the Gulf Coast Business Technology Center, I started with just five tenants and left 15 years later with a full house of startup companies […]
By Jennifer Hearne We all can agree it’s easy to lose track of time and miss a deadline, forget a meeting or allow household chores to pile up. Poor time management makes us miss out on the extra things in life that spark joy as we spend valuable time catching up. As a wife, mother […]
Many will remember Carleen Hall as “the hug lady.” But her warm embraces were just one way the beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and prayer warrior ministered to others. “If touched lives were yardsticks, she would have circled the globe several times,” says her son, Jason Hall. Carleen, who died in April 2020 of leukemia, […]
With summer upon us, it’s prime time for lighter fare that’s both nourishing and satisfying. If you’re looking for a delicious meal that will leave you full without weighing you down, try this dish from Eat Right Meal Prep. Chef Rob Stinson like that this meat dish is healthy. “Shoulder tenderloin is leaner than filet, […]
She’s passionate about promoting Mississippi — and with her new title and crown, Kathy Amos will be doing just that. On May 6, Amos was crowned MS Senior World Mississippi Hospitality at The Walter Sillers Building in Jackson. Amos, 57, of Canton, Mississippi, assumed her title minutes before making a special presentation to Gov. Tate […]
Outstanding employers have several things in common: a healthy culture, a can-do attitude, an exceptional, dedicated team, opportunities for growth and strong leadership to name a few. South Mississippi boasts businesses of all sizes that meet these criteria, and we asked our audience to nominate those worthy of recognition. Here are the Coast’s employers of […]
Join us for a fashion escape to La Maison Gautier, where we’ll show you some of the season’s dreamiest pieces — all available at local boutiques. Click on the shopping cart icon of your favorite images to shop the look.
When people learn what Kari Wilkinson does for a living, they’re usually impressed — and naturally have lots of questions. “Telling someone about setting an 800-ton grand block on a ship usually elicits a comment about that being remarkable,” says Wilkinson, executive vice president of Huntington Ingalls Industries and president of Ingalls Shipbuilding. “I usually […]
