Mississippi Momentum Underway
Economic development growing at a fast past Mississippi is seeing a record number of expansions and new job creation that could only have been dreamt of a few short years ago. In February and early March alone, the state has seen announcements of investments of $280 million expected to create 370 jobs for projects in […]
MS Artificial Intelligence Network Emerging as Leader
Transforming industries and setting a national precedent Mississippi has emerged as a leader in Artificial Intelligence (AI) workforce development, driving economic growth and attracting high-tech industries. At the forefront of this transformation is the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network (MAIN)—the nation’s first and only statewide AI initiative. Under the leadership of Kollin Napier, Ph.D., MAIN is […]
Roger Wehner, Director of Economic Development, Amazon Web Services
Discusses workforce development initiatives in Mississippi Would you tell our readers about AWS’s approach to workforce development? Just like in every location we operate in across the U.S., AWS is dedicated to collaborating with institutions across the state to grow the skilled technical workforce in Mississippi. Our aim is to grow capacity in the existing […]
Reining in the EPA
The Environmental Protection Agency was established in 1970 by President Richard Nixon through an executive order. It was formed as an independent agency of the United States government to oversee and enact environmental protection matters. While not an official cabinet department, the EPA administrator is normally given cabinet rank. The EPA is headquartered in Washington, […]
Brian Blanchette: President of Ingalls Shipbuilding
Took the reins leading the 11,000 strong workforce this past January For 85 years, Ingalls Shipbuilding has been contributing to the state’s economy as the largest manufacturing employer. The 11,000 plus employees build and maintain ships and cutters for the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard and Marines. At the helm of this large enterprise is Brian […]