New Executive Director for Gulfport Chamber of Commerce

“Mr. Newcomb's experience in chamber work and community affairs will help us on the Board of Directors to take the Chamber to a new level,” said Chamber President Lori Rosso.

Gulfport resident Robert Newcomb is the new Executive Director of the Gulfport Chamber of Commerce.

According to the press release, the Gulfport Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors will retain full oversight. Newcomb will be responsible for the day to day operations of the Chamber, the development of new programs, expansion of the volunteer staff and the growth of business and professional membership.

“Bob will undoubtedly engage local businesses and help increase our membership,” noted Rosso.

Newcomb brings an extensive background in Chamber of Commerce management, having over ten years experience, most recently for the Chamber in Worcester Massachusetts. Newcomb is a graduate of Boston University with graduate coursework did Dartmouth College and University of Delaware.

In addition to appointing Newcomb as Executive Director, the Gulfport Chamber is announcing a membership drive and exploring the potential of expanding its reach into surrounding communities.

The Gulfport Chamber of Commerce is a private, non-profit association of businesses and professional firms dedicated to the furtherance of the free enterprise system and in making the Gulfport Area a better place in which to live and work.