A Bird’s-eye View of Economic Growth in Mississippi
Special Guest: Ted Abernathy, Managing Partner, Economic Leadership
Description: Mississippi has a complex, diverse and rich history. It is the birthplace of America’s music. Home to musical greats like Robert Johnson, Jimmie Rogers and even Elvis Presley. Beyond the states musical heritage, Mississippi has helped shape modern economic development and corporate recruitment, going back as far as 1929 when Columbia, Mississippi Mayor Hugh White help launched the Balance Agriculture with Industry Act, which was adopted in the 1930s. Today, national trends will play an important role in shaping Mississippi’s future in economic development.
Description: Mississippi has a complex, diverse and rich history. It is the birthplace of America’s music. Home to musical greats like Robert Johnson, Jimmie Rogers and even Elvis Presley. Beyond the states musical heritage, Mississippi has helped shape modern economic development and corporate recruitment, going back as far as 1929 when Columbia, Mississippi Mayor Hugh White help launched the Balance Agriculture with Industry Act, which was adopted in the 1930s. Today, national trends will play an important role in shaping Mississippi’s future in economic development.
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