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Marta Williams
Fort Bayou Wine & Spirits
1699 Bienville Blvd., Ocean Springs, MS 228.875.2509
Dee Ann Stafford
Heritage House Gifts
738 Pass Rd., Gulfport, MS 228.897.7644
At Heritage House Gifts we pride ourselves on offering beautiful gifts for all occasions. It is our main goal to listen to our customers and to have what they are shopping for. We have a full bridal registry, jewelry, gourmet foods, Mississippi Pottery, gift baskets and lots more. Our friendly staff is always available to assist you.
Dee Ann Stafford, owner, would like to thank all of Heritage House Gifts’ wonderful customers who continue to support the shop.
Words of Wisdom to Other Women: Remember the original objectives you had when you began your business and never let well-meaning advice from others question your goals.
Tools of the Trade: Keeping an eye on trends in my industry and continuing education — you’ll never know it all; there’s always more to learn.
A Sample of My Projects: American Heart Association’s Art for Heart; Taste of Ocean Springs; Walter Anderson Museum of Art fundraisers; Ohr-O’Keefe Museum fundraisers.
Donna LaChelle Hyde-Rogers
Friends Barbecue/LaChelles Coffee and Conversation, Owner/Operator
3430 Main St., Moss Point, MS
228.217.6278 or 228.219.1642
Find Us On Facebok
Our Slogan: “Coffee, Love and Que”
Tell Us About Your Journey That
Led You To Your Current Position? Having been a successful Multi-Media Specialist, Marketing Manager, Journalist, Advertising Director
along with owning a part-time barbecue business, I wanted to take the knowledge and skills acquired over many years and open my own business. Loving a variety of coffees and stimulating conversation, I had
an epiphany one day to combine barbecue and my love of people and coffee under one roof and blend it into one business. Thus, Friends Barbecue/ LaChelles Coffee was born.
What Do You Like Best ABout What You Do? Having the opportunity to
meet and have stimulating conversation with a diverse group of people from around the Gulf Coast region. Serving delicious barbecue and creating
warm, frothy or iced coffees, tea and smoothies makes me smile daily.
One Lesson I Learned Along The Way: “To whom much is given, much is required.” There is a great deal
of personal sacrifice that goes into owning your own business. I have learned a great deal about what really makes a successful business achieve longevity.
What Sets You Apart From Others In The Same Field? All food is homemade fresh daily; no processed meats or sides, everything including the desserts are made from scratch.
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