Free program, few takers
by Wally Northway
Published: December 5,2010
Tags: Gray Swoope, John Brandon, Mississippi Development Authority, Phil Holland
MDA extends deadline due to lack of applicants The Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) is convinced that its new, free pilot program for entrepreneurs targeting some of the most economically depressed areas of the state will be a winner. Now, the state’s lead economic and community development organization looks to woo more entrepreneurs and small business [...]
Login to your MBJ Insider account to access this content and much more
Become an MBJ Insider
By offering insightful coverage by award-winning reporters about Mississippi’s companies and industries, we help you make smart business decisions, advance your career, and find new prospects. Build your business and outsmart your competition day after day by becoming an insider.
Ready to get started? Choose your delivery method:

Benefits of being an MBJ Insider
![]() |
|
To sign up for Mississippi Business Daily Updates, click here.
Top Posts & Pages
- Fervor grows for Tuscaloosa Marine Shale
- Click Boutique revives Hattiesburg downtown retail district
- KEEPING OUR EYE ON: Elizabeth Harris
- Brown would make history if confirmed as judge
- Real estate company paying $1M for compromising wetlands
- Nullification and interposition
- Froyo y’all: Couple brings 'delicious' dessert to Delta
- Authorities: Suspect in ricin-laced letters case appeared to try to run
- Undersecretary: 'I understand the frustration' over catfish inspections


POST A COMMENT