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MS PTAC updates to MS APEX Accelerator

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1 year ago

February 28, 2023

Small business contracting workshops planned

Jackson, Miss. (February 28, 2023) – The Mississippi Procurement Technical Assistance Center has a new name: Mississippi APEX Accelerator.

The initiative has upcoming events around the state to help small businesses navigate government procurement contracting.

More than 95 PTACs nationwide, including MS PTAC, will change to the new name in the coming months as the program is now under the umbrella of the Department of Defense Office of Small Business Programs.

“We are devoted to supporting the businesses in our state. With our new identity, we will intensify our outreach and continue our top-notch support for all government contracting needs,” said MDA Director of Minority and Small Business Carol Harris. “New name yet…

By: Joseph McCain
Title: MS PTAC updates to MS APEX Accelerator
Sourced From: mississippi.org/news/ms-ptac-updates-to-ms-apex-accelerator/
Published Date: Tue, 28 Feb 2023 16:05:13 +0000

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May 1, 2024

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Industrial manufacturing company creating two jobs in MississippiProject represents corporate investment of $3.8 million

Jackson, Miss. (May 1, 2024) – Hydraulic gear pump and motor manufacturer Geartek is expanding its operations in Corinth. The project is a $3.8 million investment that will create two new jobs.

A division of Hydraulic Analysis, Inc., Geartek's products are used in a variety of industries, including forestry, energy, site clearing and mining. The company has long-established local ties to Corinth and is expanding its existing manufacturing facility by approximately 8,500 square feet to accommodate new manufacturing equipment for added production capacity.

The Mississippi Development Authority is providing assistance through the Mississippi Flexible Tax…

By: Ken patterson
Title: Geartek expanding operations in Alcorn County
Sourced From: mississippi.org/news/geartek-expanding-operations/
Published Date: Wed, 01 May 2024 07:00:33 +0000

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Geartek expanding operations in Alcorn County

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May 1, 2024

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mississippi.org – Ken patterson – 2024-05-01 02:00:33

SUMMARY: Geartek, a hydraulic gear pump and motor manufacturer, is expanding its operations in Corinth, Mississippi with a $3.8 million investment that will create two new jobs. The company's products are used in various industries, and it is expanding its existing facility to accommodate new equipment for increased production capacity. The Mississippi Development Authority is providing assistance through the MFLEX program, along with support from Alcorn County and the city of Corinth. Officials and local leaders have expressed their support for the project, highlighting the positive impact on the local economy and job market. Geartek's president looks forward to continued success and investment in the community.

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Innovate Mississippi Wins Stage One of the U.S. Small Business Administration’s 2024 Growth Accelerator Fund Competition

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April 24, 2024

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Innovate Mississippi was awarded $50,000 in prize money for equitable access to entrepreneurship

WASHINGTON– Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced Innovate Mississippi as a Stage One winner for the 2024 Growth Accelerator Fund Competition (GAFC). Innovate Mississippi will receive a $50,000 cash prize for its impactful and inclusive approach to nurturing a collaborative national innovation ecosystem to advance small business research and development (R&D) from ideas to the market.

By fostering connections between entrepreneurs, mentors, partners, philanthropies, corporations, investors, and other shared resources, GAFC 2024 catalyzes strategic ecosystem partnerships to build community and organizational capacity for the successful launch, growth,…

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Title: Innovate Mississippi Wins Stage One of the U.S. Small Business Administration's 2024 Growth Accelerator Fund Competition
Sourced From: www.innovate.ms/innovate-mississippi-wins-stage-one-of-the-u-s-small-business-administrations-2024-growth-accelerator-fund-competition/
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