Jackson: A More Hospitable Place to Work

The City of Jackson's Department of Planning and Development and 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 of 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


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.

Greater Jackson Chamber Partnership
Jackson offers a hospitable business climate with a bounty of positive factors, including a trained workforce, dedicated community leaders, and a superb quality of life.

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