Mickey’s Popcorn: A Memphis success story of innovation and impact

October 24, 2024 | News

Founded in 2020 by husband-and-wife team Kenny and Dr. Penny Mickey, Mickey’s Popcorn has quickly become a standout local business, known for its small-batch gourmet popcorn and deep commitment to community impact. With backgrounds in advanced food manufacturing,...

Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter Announce Reconext to Establish Presence in Memphis

October 16, 2024 | News

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter, and Reconext officials announced today that the company will invest more than $9 million to expand its operations and establish its first location in Tennessee....

EDGE Honors Local Leaders, Hosts Second Annual Economic Development & Community Recognition Awards

October 10, 2024 | News

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Economic Development Growth Engine for Memphis and Shelby County (EDGE), today hosted its second annual Economic Development & Community Recognition Awards Breakfast. Held at the FedEx Event Center at Shelby Farms Park, the event gathered key...

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...