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Golding Barge Line to add 25 jobs and invest $20 million

Golding Barge Line to add 25 jobs and invest $20 million

admin_main2019-12-12T16:00:39+00:00

Mississippi’s transportation network is one of the best in the country, from our integrated highway and interstate systems to our waterways that provide companies like Golding Barge Line with exceptional, convenient access to consumers around the country. I thank the Golding Barge team for adding new jobs in Vicksburg and for their continued trust in our workforce and business environment.

Golding Barge Line to add 25 jobs and invest $20 million

Vicksburg, Mississippi – (December 12) – The Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership announced today that inland water transportation company Golding Barge Line is expanding its operations in Vicksburg to respond to market opportunities and to accommodate new contracts. The expansion will allow Golding to add 25 additional positions and invest $20 million dollars in new assets.

“We are excited about this opportunity to grow our business”, stated Austin Golding who is the President of Golding Barge Line. “This expansion will provide more employment opportunities as well as increased stability and job security for the current Golding Barge Line team. This new equipment will operate around the country within the supply chains […]

Golding Barge Line to add 25 jobs and invest $20 millionadmin_main2019-12-12T16:00:39+00:00

Leadership Vicksburg Class of 2019 Closed Registration

Leadership Vicksburg Class of 2019 Closed Registration

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Leadership Vicksburg Class of 2019
Closed Registration

LEADERSHIP VICKSBURG IS COMMITTED TO SHAPING COMMUNITY LEADERS THROUGH A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF THE OPPORTUNITIES & CHALLENGES IN VICKSBURG & WARREN COUNTY

Participants will complete an intense training retreat, attend eight business and community learning sessions, and will complete a community project.

The overnight retreat blends both indoor and outdoor activities that focus on the development of
team building, leadership, organization, and communication skills – during which participants will build important relationships that will be useful in their professional, civic, and personal endeavors.

Over the next eight months, participants will have the opportunity to meet and interact with a broad range of community and business leaders. This year’s training retreat will be at Warner-Tully YMCA Camp in Port Gibson, MS. Go to Application

IMPORTANT DATES

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17
Orientation
At the Vicksburg Chamber of Commerce
Speakers: Pablo Diaz, Mark Stevens

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24
Retreat Hotel
Dinner & Personality Profiles

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25
Retreat
Team Building YMCA Warner Tully

SECOND WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH
November 2019- August 2020
*The schedule for Industry Awareness […]

Leadership Vicksburg Class of 2019 Closed Registrationadmin_main2022-08-02T20:36:23+00:00

First Female President of Alcorn State University to Headline Vicksburg Chamber of Commerce Luncheon

First Female President of Alcorn State University to Headline Vicksburg Chamber of Commerce Luncheon

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It’s an honor to welcome Alcorn State University’s first female president to Vicksburg as we work to build on our long-standing relationship with the university for the betterment of our city. We’re grateful for Dr. Nave’s leadership and Alcorn’s exemplary partnership.

First Female President of
Alcorn State University to
Headline Vicksburg
Chamber of Commerce Luncheon

Vicksburg, Mississippi – (August 6, 2019) – The Vicksburg Warren County Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly luncheon on Wednesday, August 21 at the Vicksburg Convention Center. The keynote speaker for the luncheon will be Dr. Felecia Nave, who was recently named President of Alcorn State University.

Dr. Nave is the 20th President of Alcorn State University and made history by being the first female president of the institution. Dr. Nave serves as administrative oversight for Alcorn’s sprawling 1,700-acre Lorman campus and branch locations in Natchez and Vicksburg. Prior to her appointment as Alcorn’s president, Dr. Nave served as Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs for North Carolina Central University, she served as the university’s chief academic officer where she developed, implemented, and managed oversight for all academic degree programs at the university.

Pablo Diaz, President & CEO […]

First Female President of Alcorn State University to Headline Vicksburg Chamber of Commerce Luncheonadmin_main2019-08-20T15:09:55+00:00

Economic Development Partnership Wins Statewide Mississippi Economic Development Award

Economic Development Partnership Wins Statewide Mississippi Economic Development Award

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I was honored to attend the MEDC luncheon and represent our City as we received this award. This is a testament to the results oriented economic development program our community is running under the leadership of the Economic Development Partnership. As I have said before, we are just getting started and we do not plan to slow down anytime soon.

The Mississippi Economic Development Council (MEDC) announced that the Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership won the 2018 Community Economic Development Award (CEDA) on February 7, 2019 for its work to attract Unified Brands to Vicksburg, MS

Unified Brands announced in August of 2018 that it had selected Warren County to consolidate multiple operations across the country into one. The project will bring 425 new jobs to Warren County with an associated investment of over $9 million. The relocation represents the largest manufacturing job creation project in Warren County in the last 15 years.
The CEDA Awards program is a “Best Practices” program intended to recognize exceptional contributions of communities in the State of Mississippi for the following efforts: business retention & expansion, business recruitment, community development and community involvement.

The Award was received at an award ceremony in […]

Economic Development Partnership Wins Statewide Mississippi Economic Development Awardadmin_main2019-02-09T17:08:33+00:00

Vicksburg Plant Food to Create 20 jobs and Invest $20M in Vicksburg

Vicksburg Plant Food to Create 20 jobs and Invest $20M in Vicksburg

admin_main2019-02-07T15:45:08+00:00

Our company is excited to grow in Mississippi and Vicksburg. We find in Vicksburg a set of unique location advantages that are of great importance as we continue to grow our market share and expand our business.

Vicksburg, Miss. (Feb. 7, 2019) – Liquid fertilizer manufacturer Vicksburg Plant Food is expanding with plans to create 20 new jobs and invest $20 million at its Vicksburg, MS plant.

“Vicksburg has experienced significant economic growth in recent years, and Vicksburg Plant Food’s expansion continues that momentum. I commend the company for choosing to grow in the River City and bring new job opportunities to the people of Warren County,” Gov. Phil Bryant said.

George Flaggs, Mayor of the City of Vicksburg added, “I could not imagine a better way to kick off 2019 than with the announcement of a twenty-million-dollar investment and the creation of twenty jobs for the residents of Vicksburg and Warren County. The City stepped up to the plate early on and made sure that Vicksburg Plant Food could have predictability regarding timetables and permit procedures. I thank the MDA and Governor Bryant for their continued confidence in our community and our economic development efforts.”

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Golding Barge Line to add 25 jobs and invest $20 million

Leadership Vicksburg Class of 2019 Closed Registration

IMPORTANT DATES

First Female President of Alcorn State University to Headline Vicksburg Chamber of Commerce Luncheon

The Mississippi Economic Development Council (MEDC) announced that the Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership won the 2018 Community Economic Development Award (CEDA) on February 7, 2019 for its work to attract Unified Brands to Vicksburg, MS

Vicksburg, Miss. (Feb. 7, 2019) – Liquid fertilizer manufacturer Vicksburg Plant Food is expanding with plans to create 20 new jobs and invest $20 million at its Vicksburg, MS plant.

Leadership Vicksburg Class of 2019
Closed Registration

First Female President of
Alcorn State University to
Headline Vicksburg
Chamber of Commerce Luncheon