The Headquarters: Episode Four, Featuring Dr. Dell Gines
In our March 2024 episode of “The Headquarters,” EDGE Vice President of Operations, Dr. Joann Massey conversed with Dr. Dell Gines, the Chief Innovation Officer of the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). With the IEDC, Dr. Gines spearheads...Dr. Dell Gines Visits Memphis, Takes Part in Series of Economic Development Events
Renowned economist Dr. Dell Gines visited Memphis this week to participate in a series of economic development events in collaboration with EDGE. Dr. Gines, a leading expert in economic revitalization and inclusive growth, engaged with Memphis Mayor Paul Young, local...EDGE Approves PILOT Amendment, Three ICED Loans, Signs Port of New Orleans MOU
At the March 20, 2024 meeting, the EDGE Board met and approved one amended and restated PILOT (Payment In Lieu of Taxes), as well as three forgivable Inner City Economic Development (ICED) Loans built to spark revitalization in distressed neighborhoods. During the...Shelby County Joint Economic & Community Development Board (JECDB) Board of Directors and Executive Committee Meeting
Agricenter International Hospitality Room 7777 Walnut Grove Road Memphis, TN 38120 Thursday, March 21, 2024 – 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. Call to Order & Roll Call – Board Staff: Joann Massey, EDGE VP of Operations 9:00 a.m. Opening Remarks – Mayor Harris, Chair 9:02...Dr. Joann Massey Appears on Heartbeat of Bartlett Podcast
Dr, Joann Massey took part in the recording of a new podcast entitled the Heartbeat of Bartlett. Their focus is on small businesses, because they are the heartbeat of any community. She was joined by Natasha Tabor, Director of Business Development and Market Relations...EDGE Approves Two PILOT Agreements, Awards Grant Funds
The EDGE Board today met and approved one new PILOT (Payment In Lieu of Taxes) and one PILOT amendment. Collectively, Blue Suede Networks and Le Saint Logistics will invest more than $877 million into the City of Memphis. Additionally, the board voted to approve a...