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South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce Leadership Series Welcomed Beth Gendler, President & CEO of Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism
FOLEY, AL – November 13, 2025 – The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce hosted another impactful Leadership Series luncheon at the Foley Civic Center, featuring guest speaker Beth Gendler, President & CEO of Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism. Presented by Vulcan Inc., the event brought together Chamber members and community partners for an in-depth look at tourism trends and the economic outlook for Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Gendler shared highlights from her “Facts, Figures & Forecast” presentation, offering
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Alabama Beaches: All I Want for Christmas is a Beach Trip!
Click here to view this message in a browser window. December 1-31: Holiday Events December 13: Annual Lighted Boat Parade December 31: New Year’s Eve Celebrations January 1: Flora-Bama’s Polar Bear Dip You won’t find French hens or pipers piping here, but there are still plenty of ways to celebrate the holidays at the beach. 12 oysters, 11 photo spots, 10 food trails – countdown to Christmas on Alabama’s Beaches!Find Festive Fun > The happiest time of year calls for happy hour! Score delicious,
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Business After Hours: October 2025 Recap
Hosted by Courtyard by Marriott Gulf Shores Craft Farms October’s Business After Hours brought together Chamber members and guests for a delightful evening of connection, hospitality, and live music at Courtyard by Marriott Gulf Shores. Nestled on the front edge of the Craft Farms golf resort and located just 3.5 miles north of the Gulf Shores beaches, the hotel offers spacious guest rooms, free Wi-Fi, and relaxed gathering spaces that are ideal for our networking events. Guests mingled while enjoying
New Executive Campground Under Construction at Gulf State Park
By DAVID RAINER Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources With a planned opening in the first half of 2026, the new Gulf State Park Campground will make many campers happy with its extra space. a little more privacy and an abundance of amenities. The new campground will be built in two phases on the park’s former golf course. A new entrance will provide convenient access to the campground from State Road 180 (Canal Road) near the new Beach Express bridge in Gulf Shores. “There will be
SBCC Leadership Series Highlights Gulf Shores International Airport
FOLEY, AL – September 16, 2025 – The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce hosted its latest Leadership Series luncheon at the Foley Civic Center, featuring an engaging presentation by Jesse Fosnaugh, A.A.E, ACE, MBA, Airport Director for Gulf Shores International Airport (GUF). The event, presented by Vulcan Inc. and catered by Down South BBQ, drew a strong crowd of business leaders, students, and community members eager to learn about the airport’s progress and regional impact. Mr. Fosnaugh delivered a
Healthy on the Go: Agape Juices Expands to Gulf Shores
Gulf Shores, AL - August 19, 2025 &##128205; 2104 E 2nd Street, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 See Photos & Videos Here! The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce gathered with local community members to celebrate the grand opening of Agape Juices Grab & Go in Gulf Shores! This expansion builds on the success of the original Foley location, which has been serving the community for the past eight years with fresh juices, smoothies, and healthier food options. Agape Juices offers a wide variety of nourishing
Alabama Tourism Department recognizes industry leaders
(Gulf Shores, AL) The Alabama Tourism Department recognized its 2021 award winners during the 2021 Alabama Governor’s Conference on Tourism, held on location at Gulf State Park. Winners include Herb Malone, CEO of Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism, recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award; City of Wetumpka and RTR Media for Small Town Promotion of the Year with the HGTV’s “Home Town Take Over,” actor Myk Watford as Entertainment Ambassador of the Year, Anderson Cooper, Tourism Advocate Media of the Year
