Jackson: A More Hospitalbe Place to Work

The City of Jackson's Department of Planning and Development, Office of Economic Development has several major functional objectives. These include business recruitment and retention, business development, minority business development, the Equal Business Opportunity Program, the identification and disposal of City-owned property and the implementation of programs aimed at downtown revitalization.The cultivation of a favorable business climate provides its own set challenges.

The Office of Economic Development works in conjunction with other City departments as well as other economic development entities to support Jackson businesses. By establishing relationships and developing programs or incentives, the Office of Economic Development is poised to create a venue for economic, social and cultural growth.

Economic Development Alliance
Local Commerce
Global Trading

Mississippi World Trade Center
The Mississippi World Trade Center is a non-profit membership organization dedicated to assisting Mississippi businesses with all aspects of international trade.
Jackson Chambers of Commerce

Metro Jackson Chamber of Commerce
Jackson offers a hospitable business climate, with a veritable bounty of positive factors, including a trained workforce, dedicated community leaders, and a superb quality of life.
SBA in Jackson

Small Business Administaration
The state's population is 2,826,000 with a minority population making up 31 percent of the total. In 2002, there were 53,409 businesses with employees, of which approximately 97 percent were small businesses (less than 500 employees).