About Us
Our Purpose
- To promote an informed electorate through education.
- To further the principles and philosophies of the Republican Party.
- To work toward electing party nominees to Local, State and National Offices.
- To congregate periodically in social settings for fellowship with like-minded people.
Holly Gibbs
President
With over 16 years of real estate experience, I serve as Broker and Principal Owner of Crescent Sotheby's International Realty, helping buyers, sellers, and investors achieve exceptional results through strategic pricing, expert negotiation, and innovative marketing.
A lifelong Gulf Coast advocate, I am equally passionate about community service. I currently serve as a Board Member of Lighthouse Academy for Dyslexia and as President of the Harrison County Republican Club, in addition to supporting numerous local nonprofit and civic organizations. My commitment to leadership, integrity, and service guides both my professional career and community involvement.
Jane Meynardie
Vice President
Pete Wilson
County Executive Chairman
Pete Wilson, Director. Native Pittsburgh PA.
U.A. Army Veteran (Captain)
Resident of Biloxi, MS since 1990.
Retired Financial Planner
Charter Member of the Harrison County Republican Club
Vice Chairman of the Republican Executive Committee
Member of St. Mark’s episcopal Church
Phil Harding
Treasurer
Phil Harding currently serves as Treasurer of the Harrison County Republican Executive Committee and of the Club. He has been a member of the Club since 2014, has served on the Board of Directors since 2015, and as President in 2016 and 2017. He is also Chairman of the Biloxi Republican Municipal Executive Committee and manages the Republican Headquarters. Phil is a veteran who served over 30 years in the U.S. Air Force, attaining the rank of Colonel. He is a purchasing agent with fast-flow pumps in Moss Point, MS. He owns and operates Harding Logistics, LLC, a small business that arranges freight shipping. He is active in the local community, serving on multiple Boards of Directors. Phil and his wife Vielsa (Morales) have been married for 40 years and have three sons and seven grandchildren. They are members of the First Presbyterian Church of Biloxi, where Phil serves as a deacon.
Barbara Allen-Meeks
Secretary
Barbara Allen Meeks has been on the Republican Executive Committee for 16 years has been an officer of the Harrison County Republican Club for 16 years and served as Secretary for approximately 14 years.
Barbara was a professional photographer for South Mississippi Living Magazine for 12 years and also did Portrait photography and ads for private clients and businesses.
Barbara facilitated the Gulf Coast Cancer Support Group for 12 years, teaching those with Cancer about alternative healing methods.
Her deceased husband was David Allen, owner of Allen Toyota & Hyundai. She is now married to Jay Meeks who treats chronic pain.
Barbara has always been and is forever a staunch conservative Republican.
Tom Carpenter
Secretary
Dan Carr
Director of Social Media
Erika Long
Board Member
Erika Long lives in Long Beach and is a community advocate, small business owner, and civic volunteer with a strong commitment to public service and community engagement. She serves on the Board of Directors and The Executive Committee of the Harrison County Republican Club and is actively involved in local education and community initiatives. A former candidate for Alderman in Long Beach and the 2023–2024 Long Beach School District Parent of the Year, Erika is passionate about strengthening communities, supporting students, and encouraging informed civic participation across the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Frank Genzer
Ex-officio board member
Frank Genzer is a former Chairman