MEC TOUR
The Mississippi Economic Council, in partnership with its network of local, regional, and other chambers of commerce, will host a series of meetings throughout Mississippi. The Amplify 2024 Regional Tour will provide an opportunity for greater regional collaboration by bringing together leaders in business, economic development, workforce, education, housing, and other community representatives from across the state. Participants will hear directly from Scott Waller on MEC’s 2024 Legislative Priorities, and also from representatives and subject matter experts on the topics below:
Those who register will be invited to participate in the Amplify 2024 Regional Tour survey. The Mississippi Economic Council has announced it will host a series of meetings throughout Mississippi, in partnership with its network of local, regional, and other chambers of commerce; These meetings will serve to foster greater regional collaboration by bringing together leaders in business, economic development, workforce, education, housing, and other community representatives from across the state. Participants will hear directly from Scott Waller on MEC’s 2024 Legislative Priorities. Participants will also hear from representatives and subject matter experts on the topics below:
- Healthcare
- Education K-12 and Post Secondary
- Student Financial Aid
- Workforce Funding
The results of the individual surveys will be reviewed at the corresponding region’s tour stop. A compilation of all surveys will be available at MEC’s Annual Meeting on April 18, 2024.
The MEC Tour is made possible thanks to a generous sponsorship from:
HOW TO REGISTER:
Please Note: Registration for the MEC Amplify Tour is Free.
Step One: Confirm which Mississippi Economic designated region you are located in. Statewide leaders and businesses, associations, and organizations that operate in more than one region are encouraged to participate in the full meeting schedule.
Step Two: After confirming your region, click on the links below for the MEC (Mississippi Economic Council) Amplify Tour 2024 date(s) in which you wish to participate.
Step Three: Once you complete your registration and survey, mark your calendars and we look forward to seeing you in your city.
The counties in each of the MEC regions align with Accelerate Mississippi’s eight ecosystems.
2024 MEC Amplify Tour
Greenwood, Mississippi
Tuesday, February 27, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Attendance: 110
Cleveland, Mississippi
Wednesday, February 28, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Attendance: 40
Greenville, Mississippi
Thursday, February 29, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Attendance: 60
Jackson, Mississippi
Tuesday, March 19, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Attendance: 85
Vicksburg, Mississippi
Wednesday, March 20, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Attendance: 65
Brookhaven, Mississippi
Thursday, March 21, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Attendance: 35
Tupelo, Mississippi
Tuesday, March 26, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Attendance: 65
Ripley, Mississippi
Wednesday, March 27, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Attendance: 50
Corinth, Mississippi
Thursday, March 28, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Attendance: 75
Columbus, Mississippi
Tuesday, April 2, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Attendance: 65
Meridian, Mississippi
Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Attendance: 100
Flowood, Mississippi
Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Attendance: 65
Madison, Mississippi
Tuesday, May 7, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Attendance: 90
Harrison County
Thursday, June 27, 2024, 8 – 10 am
Attendance: 125
Olive Branch, Mississippi
Wednesday, July 10, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Whispering Woods Hotel & Conference Center
7300 Hacks Cross Road, Olive Branch, MS 38654
Attendance: 110
Jackson County
Thursday, July 25, 2024, 8 – 10 am
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College – Jackson County Campus
2300 Highway 90, Gautier, MS 39553
Attendance: 100
Starkville, Mississippi
Monday, July 29, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
The Mill Conference Center
100 Mercantile Lane, Starkville, MS 39759
Attendance: 150
Hancock County
Thursday, August 8, 2024
Hancock County Government Annex
854 US-90 B, Bay St Louis, MS 39520
Attendance: 60
The MEC Tour is Generously Sponsored by: