The Community Development Foundation is set up to function as a cohesive team driven by a common goal:  More & Better Jobs for Tupelo & Lee County, Mississippi.

SUPPORTING THE CDF PROGRAM OF WORK

  • Diversify and strengthen our economic mix through business retention, expansion, and attraction
  • Improve our human capital through workforce skills, and leadership training
  • Improve our communications with existing businesses, local, state, and federal governments
  • Foster small business and entrepreneur development
  • Enhance the business climate and quality of life through planning, public policy, and strong partnerships

NOTE: Industry recruitment, membership, marketing and planning functions utilize "cross divisional" working teams.

CDF Chart of Functions

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