Area Development Partnership

09/08/2026

Thank you to Accelerate MS , Mississippi Power, Cooperative Energy, Hood Companies, Renasant, and William Carey University for helping make Mission Possible 2026 such a success!

During the two-day event, more than 450 local 11th-grade students gained valuable tools and resources to prepare for life after high school. Students heard from local professionals about making a strong first impression, creating an effective résumé and cover letter, exploring career opportunities in the military, workforce training programs available through Pearl River Community College, and college and career resources available through Get2College.

We are incredibly grateful to our sponsors, speakers, volunteers, and education partners who helped make this experience possible and invested their time in preparing the next generation for success in college, the workforce, and beyond.

09/05/2026

The ADP Corporate Golf Challenge is just a month away!

Join us on Monday, October 12, for a day of competition, networking, and fun on the course at Canebrake Country Club. Choose from two tee times: morning wave starting at 8:00 a.m. or the afternoon wave beginning at 1:00 p.m.

Register your team today and secure your spot! https://area-development-partnership.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/11799?fbclid=IwY2xjawUH5INwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMTFmZUNvM3NqYnpQd1FEcUJzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeLBcyfj_pbpST3qsdGRIll6y8OmgSLsOvrtYOP_seEy9nncYvjI7eqQhsHl4_aem_8y6I_BqfijZUNvBeYjK4ew

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact Vanessa Henson at [email protected].

09/04/2026

Happy Labor Day!

The Area Development Partnership will be closed Monday, September 7th and will resume regular office hours Tuesday, September 8th.

Have a wonderful and safe weekend! ❤️🤍💙

09/04/2026

Accelerate is next Friday and we are glad to announce that we are a stop on the Mississippi Business Alliance's "Business Forward Tour."

We will hear from President and CEO, John McKay, on September 11, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Southern Oaks Venue and Catering! Register here: https://www.msba.com/tour/hattiesburg

We hope to see you there, and a thank you to Mississippi Business Alliance for sponsoring!

09/04/2026

Welcome Clark Russell Mercantile! We had the honor of hosting their ribbon cutting yesterday, and are proud to introduce them to Hattiesburg.

They are located at 4510 US-49, and have a wonderful array of collectibles and antiques.

Stop by this labor day weekend for their grand opening!

09/03/2026

09/03/2026

Next Thursday we are excited to welcome Tech Sgt. Song-Ja Hartley and Tech Sgt. Ladarius Reed at our Pine Belt Young Professionals Blue Plate Luncheon!

Come hear about the Mississippi Air National Guard, network, and grab a bite!

We can't wait to see you there.

Thank you to Mississippi Air National Guard Recruiting for sponsoring.

09/02/2026

Join us for our official ribbon cutting on Thursday, September 3rd at 4 pm 4510 Hwy 49, Hattiesburg, MS