Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
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Downtown Jackson Development
The Jackson Downtown Development Corporation (JDDC) works to enhance the quality of life in Jackson and the economic prospects of Jackson through the purposeful design, promotion and facilitation of strategic investment in its Downtown District.
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Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce
A chamber of commerce serving Jackson, Tennessee and the surrounding region, providing networking, resources for members, advocacy, and efforts to grow the regional economy. It emphasizes membership benefits, business assistance, and an advocacy voice for the local business community.
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Southwest Tennessee Development District
The SWTDD is designated by the Federal Government as an Economic Development District to provide assistance to eight counties in planning and facilitating economic and community development projects. The staff collects, analyzes and disseminates statistical/demographic information, provides technical expertise, conducts surveys and studies, and administers and manages grant funds for communities in the district.
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America Electric Power Economic Development
AEP’s Economic Development pages describe site selection services and energy solutions to power business growth across its 11-state service area. The pages also provide contact information for investor relations and media relations.
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Four Lake Authority
The Tennessee Central Economic Authority is a regional economic development organization serving five counties in Middle Tennessee. Its mission is to recruit, retain, and expand advanced manufacturing job opportunities in the Macon, Smith, Sumner, Trousdale/Hartsville Metro, and Wilson counties region.
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Southeast Industrial Development Association
The Southeast Industrial Development Association is a regional economic development association providing site location services and financing to support site selection, expansions, and related opportunities across its SEIDA service area.
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Tennessee Dept. of Eco. & Community Dev.
The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) is the state agency that helps businesses large and small succeed in Tennessee. It recruits new businesses to the state, supports the growth of existing businesses and markets the state as a premier business destination.
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Tennessee Valley Authority Economic Development
TVA Economic Development offers programs and services designed to spark job creation, encourage investment, and boost wages across the seven-state Tennessee Valley region. We serve as a trusted partner, connector, and coach to communities and businesses seeking site selection and investment opportunities.
State sales taxYes
State income taxNone
Right-to-work stateYes