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JACKSON, Miss.— Governor Tate Reeves and AccelerateMS, in collaboration with the Mississippi Apprenticeship Program (MAP), the Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES), and the Central Mississippi Planning and Development District are excited to announce two transformative initiatives aimed at strengthening Mississippi’s workforce: the Mississippi Apprenticeship Accelerator (MAA) and Mississippi Reconnect. These programs will be critical in closing skills gaps, providing career pathways, and driving economic growth across the state.

JACKSON (Mississippi Development Authority) - Eyeglass manufacturer Superior Optical Lab is expanding in Jackson County. The project is a $12,451,728 corporate investment and will create 188 jobs. 

JACKSON - The Mississippi Manufacturers Association's - Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MMA-MEP) is thrilled to announce our upcoming Four-State (Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee) Supply Chain Event in Starkville, Mississippi, on February 17-18, 2025.

JACKSON – In a signed proclamation, Governor Tate Reeves declared today “Manufacturing Day in Mississippi”. Manufacturing Day is celebrated nationally by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM).

PALMETTO - The intricate electrical composition of K&K Systems' offerings necessitates a comprehensive understanding of electrical assembly techniques to circumvent quality discrepancies. Implementing a training program for the manufacturing staff encompassing fundamental electrical and electronic principles was pivotal.