The Area Development Partnership September Accelerate announced the Business Case for Racial Equity Taskforce with a panel discussion on how pursuing equity in Education, Health, Employment, and Entrepreneurship can improve individual lives and generate broad economic benefits for Greater Hattiesburg. This discussion was moderated by Chad Newell, President of the Area Development Partnership.
Panelists:
Phyllis Chambers-Berry, Chief Nursing Officer, Forrest General Hospital
Jermaine Brown, Director of College and Career Readiness, Hattiesburg Public Schools
Rebecca Brown, Dean of Workforce and Community Development, Pearl River Community College
Nelson Haskin, Jr., Independent Business Owner, Blu Jazz Cafe', Hattiesburgers and Blues
Thank you to our sponsor for this event, Forrest General Hospital!
ABOUT ACCELERATE
Formerly known as First Friday, Accelerate is designed to connect or members and drive business. This program provides an opportunity to hear updates pertaining to regional and statewide issues affecting the business community.
