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American Small Business Confidence is Beginning to Feel Uncertain
According to a September survey by the National Federation of Independent Business—the Chamber of Commerce of mid to small sized businesses in America—small business uncertainty
A family-owned Global Powerhouse
The Taylor Group of Companies thrive by the mantra of service Founded in 1927, the Taylor Group of Companies (Taylor) has evolved from a struggling small family business into a privately-owned global industrial powerhouse. Poised to celebrate 100 years of business in 2027, third-generation Taylors lead the company, with the fourth generation coming up in the ranks. Taylor has 16 companies under its umbrella, and 1,807 employees worldwide. Even though Taylor is extremely successful today,
Triton Systems Offers Advantages with ATMs
Long Beach-based plant produces industry-leading equipment In 1979, Triton Systems was founded by Ernest Burdette, Frank Wilem, and Robert Sandoz, who developed and manufactured advanced electronic systems. The Long Beach company quickly established a reputation as a reliable source for unique, low-powered electronic devices, serving notable clients such as GE, Exxon, Magnavox, and the U.S. Navy. Triton capitalized on an opportunity to diversify in 1984 when a local bank expressed interest in a training device
A Conversation with Mississippi Association of Community Colleges’ Kell Smith
MACC system adapts constantly to changing business and industry education demands Admission is up at community colleges, as more young people opt for a two-year degree or training certification rather than racking up crushing student loan debt at traditional four-year colleges. “More people are going the non-traditional route,” said Kell Smith, executive director of the Mississippi Association of Community Colleges (MACC). “They’re looking at community colleges as their full education package.” For example, Northwest Mississippi
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Foreign Ownership of Ag Land
Ag Commissioner urges Mississippi Legislature to address problem Concern has been increasing in recent years about foreign ownership of one of the most precious assets in America, agricultural lands. The
CREATE Foundation making life better
Improving Northeast Mississippi for decades The Tupelo-based CREATE Foundation, the first community foundation established in Mississippi, has been improving the quality of life for residents in Northeast Mississippi for more
Anna Cardona
Anna Cardona said there was a turning point during her interview when she was being considered for the positon of Executive Director for the Tate County Economic Development Foundation. “As
NEWS
Delta Regional Authority Awards Funding to Address Infrastructure Needs
The Delta Regional Authority (DRA) has awarded more than $500,000 to four communities across Mississippi, Missouri and Tennessee in its sixth round of funding through
Ferris Honored with Member of the Year Award, Visit Oxford Wins for Best Overall Digital Media
Visit Oxford MS received statewide recognition at The Mississippi Tourism Association (MTA)’s annual tourism awards program held during Governor’s Conference on Tourism at the Lake
Hancock Whitney Rededicates Corporate Park to Honor Late CEO
One of Mississippi’s largest corporately owned downtown green spaces now bears the name of one of the state’s most distinguished bankers and community leaders. On
Heanue Named MAA Professional of the Year
At its recent annual conference, the Mississippi Airports Association (MAA) named Thomas E. (Tom) Heanue as 2024 Professional of the Year. Heanue has been Executive
BUSINESS
AccelerateMS Launches Two Workforce Development Initiatives
Governor Tate Reeves and AccelerateMS, in collaboration with the Mississippi Apprenticeship Program (MAP), the Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES), and the Central Mississippi Planning
Delta Lodging Group Breaks Ground on New TownePlace Suites by Marriott in Corinth
Over 225 people recently attended the official groundbreaking ceremony and luncheon for the new TownePlace Suites by Marriott construction in Corinth, MS. The 89-room all-suite
MSU, Ingalls Shipbuilding Partner for Employee Education Assistance
Mississippi State University and HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division formally partnered in October to give eligible employees at Ingalls expanded education assistance benefits, including a 10%
Stark Aerospace Inc., Awarded Major U.S. Government Contract
The Golden Triangle Development LINK has announced Stark Aerospace Inc., a leading Defense and Aerospace provider, has been awarded a significant contract by the Naval