The Mississippi Economic Development Council, Mississippi Main Street Association, and Mississippi Tourism Association invite you to join us on March 6, 2025 for the "Build a Thriving Organization: Strategies for Success" training led by Bob Harris, CAE, Harris Management Groups, Inc.
Attendees can expect to learn:
- Imagining the Possibilities of a Highly Effective Organization
- The Roles of Board, Committees and Staff - (Stay in the Right Lane, Adhere to the Governing Documents, Follow the Strategic Roadmap)
- Board Orientation Tools and Rationale
- Strategic Plan Development and Implementation
- Risk Awareness and Avoidance
Full Agenda
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March 5th
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Activity/Agenda
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Location
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4 - 5 p.m.
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Community Anchors: Driving Tourism and Economic and Community Development
Community anchors like amphitheaters play a vital role in stimulating tourism and economic and community development. Hear from Brandon’s Mayor Butch Lee on how the Brandon Amphitheater has fostered social connections, cultural enrichment and economic growth.
*Optional Activity*
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Brandon Amphitheater
Boyce Thompson Drive
Brandon, MS 39042
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5:30 - 7 p.m.
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Welcome Reception - Complimentary drink ticket and appetizers provided by Brandon Main Street
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The Cleaners in downtown Brandon
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*Reminder for MS Tourism Association Members, MTA’s Legislative Reception will also be held on March 5th.
MARCH 6TH AGENDA AND OVERVIEW
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March 6th
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Location
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9:15 a.m.
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Registration and Coffee
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Pearl Community Center - Gold Room
2420 Old Brandon Road, Pearl, MS 39208
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9:45 a.m.
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Welcome Remarks
Speaker: The Honorable Jake Windham, Mayor, City of Pearl
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10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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Build a Thriving Organization: Strategies for Success
Employ smarter practices to improve the success and impact of your organization. This is an interactive session with plenty of resources and best practices to share.
What you can expect to learn:
- Imagining the Possibilities of a Highly Effective Organization
- The Roles of Board, Committees and Staff - (Stay in the Right Lane, Adhere to the Governing Documents, Follow the Strategic Roadmap)
- Board Orientation Tools and Rationale
- Strategic Plan Development and Implementation
- Risk Awareness and Avoidance
Speaker - Bob Harris, CAE, Harris Management Groups, Inc.
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2 p.m.
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Closing Remarks
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Learn More About Bob Harris Here.
Thank you to our local sponsors!
Main Street Pearl
City of Pearl
Brandon Main Street
