From the CEO
From Then to Now: How Our Chamber Serves the Community
From Then to Now: How Our Chamber Serves the Community A Message from the President & CEO… Having spent the last fourteen years growing alongside the Southaven Chamber of Commerce, I have had the unique privilege of witnessing both personal and organizational transformation. Beginning my journey with the Chamber in an entry-level role and working…
Read MoreOp-Ed: Why Strong Human Resources Matter to Southaven’s Business Community
Op-Ed: Why Strong Human Resources Matter to Southaven’s Business Community Why Strong Human Resources Matter to Southaven’s Business Community By Debbie King, Southaven Chamber President & CEO As President & CEO of the Southaven Chamber of Commerce, I hear the same concern from employers again and again: managing people has never been more complex. From…
Read MoreHollywood on the Mississippi
Hollywood on the Mississippi By Debbie King Published January 2024 Southaven Magazine The film industry is young, but opportunities abound in Southaven. Southaven is a long way away from the major movie and television studios in Hollywood and New York City — 1,812.8 miles from Hollywood, to be exact, and 1,102.5 miles from the Big…
Read MoreOp-Ed: Access to Quality Healthcare Is a Competitive Advantage for Southaven
Op-Ed: Access to Quality Healthcare Is a Competitive Advantage for Southaven Access to Quality Healthcare Is a Competitive Advantage for Southaven By Debbie King, Southaven Chamber President & CEO A strong healthcare system is more than a community asset—it is a cornerstone of economic development. As Southaven continues to grow, access to high-quality, comprehensive healthcare…
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