Innovate Mississippi

Delivered support and services that promote business and investment development for technology-focused companies and organizations in the state of Mississippi. Innovate Mississippi provides the following programs: 1. Manufacturing Extension Partnership of Mississippi (MEP.ms) The Manufacturing Extension Partnership of Mississippi (MEP.ms) is a program under Innovate Mississippi that works to assist Mississippi manufacturers. MEP.ms works with partner organizations to provide expertise and services tailored to the most critical needs of area manufacturers, which range from process improvements and worker training to business practices and applications of information technology. MEP.ms partners include the Mississippi Manufacturers Association, several Mississippi Universities and Community Colleges, and private sector service providers. 2. Strategic Biomass Solutions Strategic Biomass Solutions is another program of Innovate Mississippi. The purpose of the Strategic Biomass Solutions program is to drive innovation in the area of renewable energy technology by connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and economic developers. Strategic Biomass Solutions offers numerous resources to renewable energy stakeholders, such as studies and analysis for startup businesses and information via the Renewable Energy Venture Development Academy. Strategic Biomass Solutions also manages the Mississippi Biomass and Renewable Energy Council, an organization that serves as the voice of sustainable industries in Mississippi. Overall, Strategic Biomass Solutions exists to serve the needs of renewable energy ventures in order to drive technology to market. 3. Innovation Report Innovate Mississippi's marketing includes events and the publication of Innovation Report magazine. Innovation Report magazine greets its readers with articles and features telling the Mississippi story by highlighting the impressive individuals, ideas, companies and products that proudly call Mississippi home. 4.High Technology Conference High technology conference is another program of Innovate Mississippi. The purpose of the high technology conference is to offer an annual gathering of industry leaders and students an opportunity to network, learn and be inspired by technology.