S Barrett - Economic Development Growth Engine

Dr. Joann Massey discusses EDGE’s impact and new developments on Live at 9

October 6, 2024 | News

In October, EDGE President and CEO Dr. Joann Massey was invited to appear on WREG’s Live at 9 alongside Riko and Tiffany Wiley. On the local morning show, Dr. Massey highlighted EDGE’s ongoing efforts to support economic development throughout Memphis and Shelby...

EDGE Approves Leases for Two Properties, Advances Regional Economic Development

October 4, 2024 | News

The EDGE Board met on October 4 and approved two significant property leases that will play a crucial role in regional economic growth and industrial development. These agreements involve CTC Property, LLC for a 552-acre site in Pidgeon Industrial Park and Cardinal...

Muggin Coffeehouse and the impact of EDGE’s ICED loan program

September 30, 2024 | News

In 2019, Mary and Ken Olds, the dynamic husband-and-wife duo behind Muggin Coffeehouse, embarked on a journey to bring something special to the Whitehaven area of Memphis. With a $15,000 Inner City Economic Development (ICED) Loan from EDGE, they were able to...

EDGE Approves C-PACER Request, ICED Loan, Presents 2023 PILOT Performance Report

September 18, 2024 | News

The EDGE Board met on September 18 and approved one Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy and Resiliency (C-PACER) request for One Memphis Place and an Inner City Economic Development (ICED) Loan for Esquire Investments LLC. A PILOT Performance Review &...

ICED loans fueling local success: Trap Fusion’s global flavors

September 18, 2024 | News

In Memphis, Trap Fusion has created a buzz with its fresh, inventive take on Southern cuisine. The Black-owned restaurant, founded by Jason Gardner and Markeith McCoy, has quickly become a beloved staple in the Whitehaven neighborhood, thanks to its flavorful dishes...

September 2024: Shelby County Joint Economic & Community Development Board (JECDB) Board of Directors and Executive Committee Meeting

September 9, 2024 | News

PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETINGof theBoard of Directors and Executive Committee Meeting of the Shelby County Joint Economic & Community Development Board (JECDB)Staffed by: EDGE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all residents of the City of Memphis and County of Shelby,...

The impact of ICED loans: How Black Pearl Nail Academy is shaping the next generation of beauty professionals in Memphis

September 8, 2024 | News

In Memphis, a unique and transformative educational institution is making waves in the beauty industry – Black Pearl Nail Academy. Founded by the visionary Duriya’ Caldwell in 2018, it is Tennessee’s first full-service specialty manicure school. It stands as an...

Enhancing safety and growth for Memphis small businesses through EDGE’s CPTED

August 30, 2024 | News

In August, Bank of America, EDGE, and the City of Memphis hosted the “Conversation Around Capital, Crime Prevention, and Small Businesses,” an event that brought together local business owners, city leaders, and law enforcement to discuss critical issues...

EDGE Approves Hotel C-PACER Request, Awards Loan to Redevelop Former Blue Cross Blue Shield Headquarters

August 22, 2024 | News

The EDGE Board met on August 21 and approved one Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy and Resiliency (C-PACER) request for the Memphis Vitality Hotel and a loan to assist in the acquisition and redevelopment of the former Blue Cross Blue Shield headquarters...

Now Hiring: Director, Economic Development

August 13, 2024 | News

TITLE: Director, Economic Development LOCATION: Downtown Memphis Office SUPERVISOR: President/CEO FLSA STATUS: Exempt EFFECTIVE DATE: July 1, 2024 ORGANIZATION The Economic Development Growth Engine Industrial Development Board of the City of Memphis and County of...