MEDC 2026 Legislative Reception
MEDC LEGISLATIVE RECEPTION
Date & Time:
February 5, 2026
5 - 7 PM
Location: Fertile Ground
800 Manship Street, Jackson, MS 39202
Join economic developers, Chambers of Commerce and industry partners from across Mississippi to connect with peers and state leaders during the legislative session. This reception provides a pertinent opportunity to promote and raise awareness of key legislative priorities that impact economic development statewide.
Cost: Free to attend – registration required.
Sponsorships available (details below).
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
Hotel: The Westin Hotel
407 S Congress St., Jackson, MS 39201
Room Block Rate: $189.00/night ++
Reservation Deadline: January 20, 2026
How to Reserve:
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Support Mississippi’s economic development community while gaining high-visibility exposure.
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Tier |
Investment |
Sample Benefits |
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Mississippi Momentum Sponsor |
$10,000 |
• Largest logo placement (on website, signage, program) |
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Power Play Sponsor |
$5,000 |
• 2nd tier logo placement |
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Breaking Ground Sponsor |
$2,500 |
• Logo on website |
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Future Forward Sponsor |
$1,250 |
• Logo on website |
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Champion Sponsor |
$500 |
• Company/Organization Name on Website |
OPTIONAL ADD-ON WORKSHOP
Workshop: Project Financing Principles: Leveraging Grants, Loans and Other Incentives to Win Economic Development Projects and Minimize Risk
Date & Time:
February 5, 2026
11 AM – 4:30 PM
Location: The Westin Hotel
407 S Congress St., Jackson, MS 39201
Speakers:
Description:
Dive into an in-depth exploration of funding opportunities and economic incentives. This workshop will equip attendees to identify, access, and leverage tools incentives for growth including MFLEX, property incentives, sales/use/income tax incentives, franchise tax incentives, and tax exempt/taxable bond financing.
Registration Fee: $100
*Registration is limited to 30 attendees.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Click below to register as a:
Cancellation Clause:
Cancellations must be submitted in writing to info@medc.ms. While cancellations are permitted, please note that no refunds will be provided.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Due to our by-laws we will never share or sell our members and attendees' personal contact information. If you receive any emails soliciting this service, this is not from us and we please ask you to block them immediately.*
ADVOCACY EFFORTS
The Mississippi Economic Development Council (MEDC) is the voice of Mississippi’s economic development and chamber of commerce professionals. We champion policies that support business growth, job creation, and statewide community prosperity. Through legislative updates, a clear policy agenda, and proactive advocacy efforts, MEDC works to strengthen Mississippi’s competitiveness in attracting and retaining industry.
Learn more about our advocacy efforts at https://medc.ms/advocacy
You may also support the MEDC Advocacy Fund, which advances economic development by promoting issues that impact legislation and the state’s business climate. All contributions are restricted for legislative initiatives, including lobbying activities.
OTHER INFORMATION
Monies paid to the Mississippi Economic Development Council are not deductible as charitable contributions under Internal Revenue Code Section 170. They may, however, be deductible by you under other provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.
Attendance at/or participation in MEDC meetings & events constitutes an agreement by the registrant to MEDC's use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee's image or voice in photographs, videotapes, electronic reproductions, and audiotapes of all events and activities.
