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Team Headshot: RPF Media
Background Design: Shelley Singh, PDM | Coastal Mississippi Content Marketing Manager
Kris Hummer, PDM | Public & Media Relations Executive; Maggie Kirkland, PDM | Communications & Engagement Coordinator;
Patricia Meagher, PDM | Director of Communications & Engagement; Judy Young, CDME | Chief Executive Officer;
Kristy Faulkner, PDM | Accounting Specialist; Joyce Morgan, PDM | Accounting Executive; and Lauren Skelton, PDM | Digital Media Executive
The Women of Coastal Mississippi
For a true taste of Southern hospitality and charm, look no further than the extraordinary women of Coastal Mississippi. As the Destination Management Organization (DMO) for the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Coastal Mississippi is at the forefront of strategically driving tourism development across Hancock, Harrison, and Jackson counties. This dedicated team is not only knowledgeable and committed to sparking visitor interest but also embodies the essence of warmth, vitality, and wit. Simply put, they’re an absolute delight to be around!
This award-winning team exemplifies a true symbiotic alliance
built on years of expertise in leadership, marketing, accounting, strategic business development, and public relations. Coastal Mississippi, as a destination, provides both tourists and locals with a diverse array of leisure and business opportunities, including dining, accommodations, meeting and sports venues, attractions, and more. By promoting and seamlessly integrating these elements, the Coastal Mississippi team highlights the destination’s distinctive appeal to travelers from near and far.
With more than 40 years of experience, Judy Young, Coastal Mississippi’s Chief Executive Officer, leads this team with a steady
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