Revolutionary AI-Powered Business Development Program Launches in Mississippi

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 18, 2024

Natchez, MS – The Mississippi AI Agency, in collaboration with Alcorn State University Women’s Business Center, Natchez Workforce Development, Mississippi Coding Academy, Alcorn State School of Business, Jackson State University Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and the Mississippi AI Collaborative, is proud to announce the launch of a groundbreaking 10-Week Business Development Program for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Applications are now open and can be accessed via the Mississippi AI Agency website starting December 18, 2024. The deadline to submit applications is January 3, 2025. This transformative program kicks off on January 28, 2025, and will run weekly on Tuesdays from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Participants must attend at least 80% of the classes to qualify for the culminating Pitch Competition on April 17, 2025.

Program Highlights

This comprehensive program is designed to equip entrepreneurs with critical business development skills, including:

• AI integration for business planning, marketing, and operations

• Financial modeling and sustainable revenue strategies

• Branding and digital marketing mastery

• Legal and operational business foundations

• Pitch preparation and public speaking confidence

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The program also offers participants access to cutting-edge tools from Adobe, Microsoft, and data.org, alongside expert mentorship from industry leaders and educators.

Eligibility and Benefits

• Open to entrepreneurs and small business owners across Mississippi

• Gain hands-on experience with AI-driven solutions to enhance business operations

• Develop a comprehensive, investor-ready business plan

• Compete in the Pitch Competition for seed funding, mentorship, and partnership opportunities

Key Dates

• Applications Open: December 18, 2024

• Application Deadline: January 3, 2025

• Program Start Date: January 28, 2025

• Pitch Competition: April 17, 2025

Program Partners

This initiative is hosted by the Mississippi AI Agency, in collaboration with:

• Alcorn State University Women’s Business Center

• Mississippi Coding Academy

• Natchez Workforce Development

• Alcorn State University School of Business

• Jackson State University School of Business

• Mississippi AI Collaborative

Contact Information

For more details, please contact:

• Dr. Brittany Myburgh

Email: J00962742@jsums.edu

• Jarita King

Email: jfking@alcorn.edu