Automotive Expansion Driving Mississippi Forward

By Mali R. Schantz-Feld (Apr/May 08)

Mississippi’s automotive industry employs more than 26,000 people and continues to grow, “adding needed educational capacity and infrastructure for the continued expansion of this sector,” says Gray Swoope, executive director of the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA). More

North American Automotive Industry Continues to Deliver

By Mali R. Schantz-Feld (Oct/Nov 07)

Despite recent challenges, automakers and suppliers continue to exhibit confidence in the United States and Canada by announcing new projects and expansions and employing thousands of skilled workers. More

An In-Depth Look at the Southern States

By Mali R. Schantz-Feld (Aug 07)

The Southern states are thriving, thanks to entrepreneurs with innovative high-tech ideas, strong public and private investment, and enthusiastic support from state and local governments. More

A Conversation With… Gray Swoope, Executive Director, Mississippi Development Authority

By Mali R. Schantz-Feld (Apr/May 07)

“ There have been no new taxes since 2004. The governor started in this state with a deficit, and now he has a $400 million surplus.” More

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Mississippi Development Authority - www.mississippi.org

Momentum Mississippi Initiative mobilizes all resources to meet the needs of expanding or relocating businesses and industries.
Dianne Barnette

501 N. West St.
Jackson, MS 39201
800-360-3323
601-359-2491
Fax: 601-359-3605

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Mississippi Power Co. - www.mississippipower.com

Mississippi’s Power service offers excellent bus incentives, skilled work force, a strategic location, unsurpassed quality of life and low energy costs.
Mark R. Loughman, Econ. Dev. Dir.

P.O. Box 4079
Gulfport, MS 39502
800-528-5196
228-865-5830

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Harrison County Development Commission - www.mscoast.org

The Harrison County Development Commission (HCDC) is the lead economic development agency for Harrison County, including the cities of Gulfport, Biloxi, D’Iberville, Long Beach, and Pass Christian on the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast. Shipbuilding, aerospace, and advanced materials are among the growing industries that are taking advantage of all that the Coast has to offer. HCDC welcomes new businesses and industries to share in the success. HCDC can provide information on the county’s expanding intermodal transportation system, countless work force development opportunities, outstanding quality of life, available sites, incentives, and more. Contact us today.
Larry Barnett, Executive Director