Chamber Staff
For General Information
Phone: 251-968-6904
Email: info@alagulfcoastchamber.com
President - Mark Berson
Phone: 251.968.6904
Email: president@alagulfcoastchamber.com
Assumed the role of President of the organization in April 2003, following a three-year stint as Director
of the Alabama Bureau of Tourism and Travel in Montgomery, Alabama. He is a graduate of the University of
Florida with a B.S. degree in Marketing. The President is responsible for guiding the daily activities in
conjunction with the overall mission of the Chamber. Leads volunteers and paid staff in administering
program of work. Interacts directly with the Board of Directors.
Executive Assistant –Jan Umphrey
Phone: 251.968.7208
Email: officemgr@alagulfcoastchamber.com
Joined the Chamber staff in August 2006. Oversees all financial matters relating to the Chamber. Oversees
all office procedures as office manager. Attends and records minutes of all Executive Committee, Board of
Directors, and special committee meetings. Assistant to the President and the Chairman of the Board
Special Events Director – Don McPherson
Phone: 251-968-4237
Email: shrimpfestival@alagulfcoastchamber.com
Joined the Chamber staff in April 2007. Graduate of the University of Florida with a B.S. degree in Economics. Past experience includes positions with ESPN Outdoors and Houston Chronicle. Responsible for all special events, including the Annual National Shrimp Festival.
Special Events Assistant –Megan Smith
Phone: 251.968.7220
Email: events@alagulfcoastchamber.com
Joined the Chamber staff in June 2008. Handles administrative duties for the Annual National Shrimp
Festival including vendor applications and placement. Maintains inventory and processes online requests
for Shrimp Festival merchandise. Helps with the planning and execution of the Annual Shrimp Festival Golf
Tournament, the winter lighted boat parade, and other events.
Membership Director - Jana Davis
Phone: 251.968.1480
Email: membership@alagulfcoastchamber.com
Joined the Chamber staff in March 2006. Graduate of Auburn University with a B.S. degree in Education. Responsible for membership sales and renewals. Oversees
and coordinates monthly Business after Hours and Annual Meeting. Oversees printing of Coast Living Membership Directory and
Shopping, Dining and Attractions Guide. Works directly with the Membership Council, and provides support to the Retail,
Island Spirit, and Economic Development Councils. Coordinates ribbon cuttings.
Communications Director – Vicki Stillings
Phone: 251.968.7200
Email: communications@alagulfcoastchamber.com
Joined the Chamber staff in December 2005. Writes monthly Chamber newsletter, handles all membership press
releases and radio shows. Maintains Chamber calendar of events and member happenings website. Assists with Job Shadow Program. Island Spirit Committee Member. Oversees and coordinates
First Friday Forum events and Educatoion Appreciation Day. Oversees and coordinates seminars and workshops. Provides support to Retail & Business Services, Conservation & Natural Resources Council, Civic & Government Affairs Council, Economic Development Council and Tourism & Special Events Council.
Administrative Assistant – Ricki Hetchler
Phone: 251.968.6902
Email: info@alagulfcoastchamber.com
Joined the Chamber staff in June 2006. Assists Communications Director with the maintenance and content
of the Chamber's website. Assists Membership Director with membership sales, renewals, billing and
updating all membership information. Receptionist for the Chamber and is responsible for answering the phone
and processing all information requests. |
