A new venture for veteran businessman, Jack Reed Jr. That how’s Tupelo businessman, Jack Reed, Jr., humorously described his latest business venture while referencing the longevity of the famous department store he and his family have always owned The Bre... See more
Commitment to state, economic opportunities Dr. Courtney Taylor brings drive, determination and a sense of purpose to everything she does, not only in life but in her profession. And her adopted state of Mississippi is all the better for it. As the curren... See more
Jackson-based Lemuria Books observes historic milestone One of Jackson’s—and Mississippi’s—most venerable businesses threw an all-day party in April to mark a milestone that actually occurred last October. Fifty years as an independently-owned business, e... See more
Media veteran has scaled heights by influencing and inspiring others When it comes to media, Ricky Mathews’ career can be neatly and correctly summed up by the vernacular cliche’ “been there, done that.” The current host of the popular “The Ricky Mathews ... See more
I recently interviewed a very successful Mississippi business owner of an operation that had weathered good times and bad for over 60 years. During the course of our conversation, he made a very interesting—but somewhat surprising—comment to me. “You know... See more
