Tuesday, September 17, 2002
The Community Development Foundation in Tupelo, MS stands as one of the leading economic development organizations in the South. Since its founding in 1948, the CDF has pioneered privately-led, publicly-supported economic development initiatives. In particular, the CDF has compiled an impressive record of manufacturing recruitment. So, it is significant that the CDF is shifting its attention to entrepreneurship: growing companies, not just recruiting them.
The CDF, responding to its members, has launched a $2 million initiative to build an incubator in downtown Tupelo. The Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal recently published a good background article on the project. Go The CDF has put together a clear explanination of its incubator strategy that is available on its web site. Go
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Tupelo turns to innovation
