
Marika Cackett is the communications and public relations manager for the Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureau. The CVB has launched Team Jackson, an initiative to bring stakeholders around the city together on a regular basis to share ideas about how to improve Jackson. Q — What can you tell us about Team Jackson? [...] [...]

by Clay Chandler Published: October 30,2011
Tags: Alex Yount, Bonnaroo Music Festival, costume contest, craziest freakin’ day of your life, economic impact, events, Leaping over fire, live music, Marika Cackett, Mississippi Blues Marathon, Mississippi Off Road Adventures, obstacle course, Red Frog Events, running races, Susie McEacharn, Warrior Dash
Most running events don’t feature a costume party and live music among beer tents post-race. The Warrior Dash isn’t most running events, however. And having one in your town usually means big money. The event is hosted in more than 20 states as well as Australia and British Columbia and the average turnout is 15,000 [...] [...]

by Becky Gillette Published: March 6,2011
Tags: Anne Coggins, Crystal Johnson, Harley Davidson convention, Junior Beta Club, Linda Elliff, Marika Cackett, Master Gardeners Conference, Mississippi Association of Supervisors, Mississippi Municipal League, Sandy Bynum, Senior Beta Club, South Central Manufactured Home Institute, Tennessee Motor Coach Convention, Tri-State Press Association, U.S. Postal Service Southern Officer’s Conference, Walter Tipton
No shortage of contenders for best five conventions in the state What are the best five conventions in the state? There is no shortage of possible contenders. Walter Tipton, director, Natchez Convention Center, likes the Harley Davidson convention. “Obviously, this attracts people who like to travel,” Tipton said. “Because of the nature of their conference, [...] [...]