Steve Tillis is a lifelong resident of Ocean Springs and a graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi, where he earned a degree in Hospitality Management. For more than 30 years, he has owned and operated several local businesses, contributing to the growth and character of the community. Currently serving his first term as Alderman for Ward One, Steve also serves on the City’s Human Resource and Insurance referral body.
In addition to his role in city government, Steve has worked with the Ocean Springs School District’s athletic department for 24 years and has coached youth basketball for over three decades.
He has also been an on-and-off member of the Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce dating back to the 1990s, supporting local business and community development.