Mississippi Development Authority is the lead economic development agency focusing on global business investment and existing industry support for the state of Mississippi. Mississippi provides the perfect environment for growth-oriented businesses looking to expand or relocate. Our state’s unique benefits are evident through our incentives and tax advantages, our consistently pro-business state leadership, and the track record of success businesses have found in our state.

It’s no secret successful businesses lead to thriving communities. That’s why Mississippi’s leadership works to keep taxes low, strengthen infrastructure, bolster workforce training programs and support the state’s growing business community.

 

Business Services

• Business Development - We support existing businesses in Mississippi by providing programs and incentives for site selection and development, workforce training, business retention and expansion, financial analysis and market assessment.
• International Trade - Our International Trade Division helps Mississippi companies navigate and secure opportunities for international trade by providing international business training, technical export assistance, and sponsoring a variety of international trade missions.
• Minority & Woman Owned Business - MDA works to increase opportunities for minority and women-owned businesses through a variety of programs, financing programs, technical assistance, specialized training and networking opportunities.
• Entrepreneurs & Small Business - Small businesses are the backbone of the Mississippi economy. Our Entrepreneur Center provides access to free information, expert support, and a wealth of services to help launch, sustain and grow a small businesses in Mississippi.

 

Incentives and Grants

Mississippi offers businesses locating or expanding in the state a number of tax incentives, including state income tax credits and sales, use and property tax exemptions. Click here for a list of all Mississippi incentives and grants.

 

Mississippi State Trade Expansion Program (STEP)

Through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)-funded Mississippi State Trade Expansion Program (STEP), MDA can offer small businesses financial assistance to help defray many of the costs associated with exporting for the first time or with exporting to new international markets. 

STEP can reimburse eligible Mississippi businesses for some of the costs associated with participating in trade missions, business-to-business matchmaking trips and other international business development activities. Learn more about the STEP program here.

 

 

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