Our Mission
The Madison County Business League and Foundation unites business, government and community leaders to collaborate in strategic planning to sustain economic growth in Madison County by influencing infrastructure, health, education, workforce, and quality of life policies in partnership with the Madison County Economic Development Authority.
In the News…
Levi Strauss & Company distribution center tour
November 1, 2011
MCEDA Executive Director recently coordinated a tour of Madison County and the Levi Strauss & Company distribution center in Canton for Lt. Governor Phil Bryant. Photo: Tommy Williamson, Leonard Mack, John Wender, Nicole Kemp- all of Levi Strauss & Company; Lt. Governor Phil Bryant, and Tim Coursey, MCEDA Executive Director
EXCELLENCE in ENTREPRENEURSHIP: Taking Your Small Business to the Next Level
October 28, 2011
The Madison County Business League Entrepreneurship Committee presents EXCELLENCE in ENTREPRENEURSHIP Taking Your Small Business to the Next Level Every Madison County business is looking for ways to maximize their potential and increase efficiency and profits in these challenging times. Please join us for this opportunity to visit with small business experts! Tuesday, November 15,
2011 Vision Celebration Photos
September 30, 2011
The Madison County Business League hosted its 2011 VISIONS Celebration on Tuesday, September 27th, 2011 at the Jackson Yacht Club in honor of its members, elected officials, guest speakers, press and others who were instrumental in the success of the Business League over the past year. (Above) Presentation of 2011 VISIONS Award to Levi Strauss
Download the September 2011 Newsletter
September 23, 2011
The September 2011 newsletter from the Madison County Business League is now available to download. In this issue of One vision, one Voice, our Guest Columnist is Silver Member Madison County Engineer Rudy Warnock, who provides an interesting update on county infrastructure and other projects. Our Member Spotlight is on Silver Member Landrum & Associates
Coffee with Congressman Harper
September 7, 2011
The Madison County Business League hosted Coffee with the Congressman on Tuesday, September 6th. The luncheon was held at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Ridgeland. Special guest was the honorable Gregg Harper, U.S. House of Representatives. Other special guests included Lieutenant Governor Phil Bryant, Secretary Delbert Hosemann, and Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith. View photos
Congratulations to Michael D. Kent
September 2, 2011
The Madison County Business League and the Madison County Economic Development Authority congratulate Michael D. Kent, Superintendent of Education of the Madison County School District. Mike Kent began and will end his educational career in Madison County. During the past 10 years, he has navigated the Madison County School District through some of the most
Local lobbyists may hear ‘no’ more often
September 1, 2011
The difference between investments in our country and pork-barrel projects may be in the eye of the beholder. Photo: On Aug. 25, the Madison County Business League hosted “Coffee with the Senator.” The breakfast was held at the law offices of Butler Snow in Ridgeland, and featured special guest U.S. Sen. Thad Cochran (third, from
Washington shake-up
August 29, 2011
From the Madison County Herald: Hand-shaking beat out other rumblings for U.S. Sen. Thad Cochran last week. The senator was in Ridgeland Thursday to speak to a group of movers and shakers at the “Coffee with the Senator” Madison County Business League event at the Butler Snow law firm. “It’s a good thing to get
Photo and Sponsors from "Coffee with Senator Cochran"
August 26, 2011
The Madison County Business League hosted “COFFEE with SENATOR” on Thursday, August 25th. Special guest was U.S. Senator Thad Cochran. The breakfast was held at the law offices of Butler Snow in Ridgeland and was sponsored by the following members: PLATINUM SPONSORS AT & T Bancorp South Cellular South Levi Strauss & Company Madison County
COFFEE with the CONGRESSMAN: U.S. Senator Thad Cochran
August 10, 2011
The Madison County Business League Government Relations Committee presents “COFFEE with the SENATOR” BREAKFAST with U.S. Senator Thad Cochran. Thursday, August 25, 2011 8:00 – 9:30 a.m. Butler Snow 1020 Highland Colony Parkway 14th Floor Ridgeland, Mississippi Doors open at 8:00 a.m. for arrival & networking Program begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. Limited seating PLATINUM
COFFEE with the CONGRESSMAN: U.S. Representative Gregg Harper
August 5, 2011
The Madison County Business League Government Relations Committee announces “COFFEE with the CONGRESSMAN” Luncheon with U.S. Representative Gregg Harper. Tuesday, September 6, 2011 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Embassy Suites Hotel – Ridgeland Highland Colony Parkway Ridgeland, MS Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Program begins promptly at 12:00 noon 623 Highland Colony Parkway, Suite 104,
Download the July 2011 Newsletter
July 20, 2011
The latest newsletter featuring Bob Clay of Excel by 5 is now available to download. From the article: “We at Excel By 5 Inc. are very excited that the Madison County Business League, Madison County Economic Development Authority and the United Way of the Capitol area have agreed to be the lead agencies as North
Congratulations to Jan Collins!
July 19, 2011
As the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Madison County Business League, it is both my honor and privilege to congratulate our Executive Director, Jan Collins for being selected as one of Mississippi’s 50 Leading Business Women for 2011. This recognition program has been hallmark of the Mississippi Business Journal since 1997, one
Download the June 2011 Newsletter
June 13, 2011
The latest newsletter featuring Senator Walter Michel has been posted and is ready to download. Download the June 2011 Newsletter
MCBL mourns the death of Mr. William (Billy) Martin
June 13, 2011
The Madison County Business League mourns the death of Mr. William (Billy) Martin who passed away on Friday, June 10, 2011, with a sudden illness. Billy served as Secretary – Treasurer on the Business League board of directors for 2010-11. We will greatly miss his wealth of knowledge and business expertise and extend deepest sympathy
Madison County Business League announces results of 2011-2012 board of directors election
June 2, 2011
Congratulations to Paul Arrington of St. Dominic Health Services, and James (Jim) Pettis of Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs, LLC upon their election to the Madison County Board of Directors! They were elected by league membership to serve four (4) year terms beginning in June 2011 and ending in May 2015. We look forward to their
CMPDD Questionnaire
May 25, 2011
The Central Mississippi Planning and Development District (CMPDD) has requested public input concerning the Goals, Objectives, and Policies element for the updated Comprehensive Plan for Madison County. Please let your voice be heard by clicking on the following link to complete a questionnaire. Download questionnaire
County health could improve with activity
May 10, 2011
As physically fit counties go, Madison County wears its health well but more residents need to get off the couch. Mary Currier, the state health officer, told a gathering of business leaders at a healthcare forum last week sponsored by the Madison County Business League that the county ranks seventh in the state in a
They ‘get it’ in Madison County
May 10, 2011
From USM College of Health: One of the most economically exciting areas of the state is Madison County, north of Jackson. By sheer coincidence, the Madison County Business League hosted a health care forum, “The Pulse of Madison County,” less than a week after CoH and a group of partners/co-sponsors produced our own Mississippi Health
Photos and presentations from the 2011 Healthcare Forum
May 5, 2011
The Pulse of Madison County: Healthcare Forum 2011 was held on Wednesday, May 4, 2011, in the Training Center at Nissan North America in Canton, MS. View photos from the event Download presentations from the event: Dr. Currier’s Presentation at the 2011 Healthcare Forum Murray Harber’s Presentation at the 2011 Healthcare Forum Dr. Hill’s Presentation
Download the May 2011 Newsletter
April 29, 2011
Download the latest newsletter and read more about the 2011 Health Care Forum. May 2011 Newsletter
The Pulse of Madison County: Healthcare Forum 2011
April 13, 2011
SAVE the DATE The Madison County Business League & The Madison County Economic Development Authority present: The Pulse of Madison County: Healthcare Forum 2011 Wednesday, May 4, 2011 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. for buffet breakfast Nissan North America, Inc. Training Center Canton, MS Dr. Mary Currier – Mississippi State Health
Coffee with Senator Roger Wicker
April 8, 2011
The Madison County Business League was proud to sponsor “COFFEE with SENATOR Roger Wicker” on Monday, April 4, 2011, at the law offices of Butler Snow in Ridgeland, MS. VIP Grand Events catered the brunch. 120 Business League members, elected officials and guests were in attendance as Senator Wicker provided a Washington update. View photos
Madison County Youth Leadership 2011
April 8, 2011
The Madison County Business League and the Madison County Economic Development Authority were proud to sponsor “Madison County Youth Leadership 2011: Economic Development Day on Wednesday, March 30, 2011. Twenty-two of the best and brightest sophomore and junior students from both Madison County public and private schools (along with new Summit School in Jackson) were
2010-11 Board of Directors
April 5, 2011
l-r front row (seated): Todd Burwell, Past Chairman Jan Collins, Executive Director Bill Guion, Chairman Sarah Lofton, Vice Chairman l-r back row (standing): Buck Covington, director Dick Hutchinson, director Scott Parrish, director Davis Richards, director Tim Coursey, MCEDA executive director Not pictured: Billy Martin, Secretary/Treasurer and Directors Calvin Harris, John Almond, Bobby McMurtry
League & Legislature 2011
April 5, 2011
The Madison County Business League held its 2011 “League & Legislature” forum luncheon at the Mississippi State Capitol on Wednesday, February 16th in the Senate Judiciary Committee Room. The luncheon was attended by 150 members, local, county and state elected officials. The Madison County delegation comprised a panel of legislators who provided an update on
Remembering Bill Collins
March 23, 2011
The Madison County Business League mourns the loss of William R. (Bill) Collins, III who was killed in a tragic one car accident on Wednesday, March 9, 2011. He was a partner in the Montgomery McGraw & Collins law firm in Canton and a longtime Canton city attorney. He will be greatly missed by his
Coffee with the Senator
March 7, 2011
Please save the date for our latest “COFFEE with the SENATOR” featuring U.S. Senator Roger Wicker. Monday, April 4, 2011 11:00 a.m. – Noon Butler Snow 1020 Highland Colony Parkway 14th Floor Ridgeland, MS Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Program begins promptly at 11:00 a.m. Brunch will be provided by VIP GRAND EVENTS Limited seating
Download the March 2011 Newsletter
March 7, 2011
The March 2011 Newsletter is available for download. Read about the latest “League & Legislature” with Lt. Governor Phil Bryant. March 2011 Newsletter
2011 League and Legislature
February 22, 2011
The Madison County Business League was invited to host its 2011 “League & Legislature” forum luncheon at the Mississippi State Capitol. The annual event was held on Wednesday, February 16th, at noon in the Senate Judiciary Committee Room. Lt. Governor Phil Bryant addressed the “standing room only” group of Business League members, local and county
