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Mar 4 2025

AccelerateMS Welcomes Dr. Angenette Dixon as Program Manager for Special Funds

JACKSON, Miss.— AccelerateMS, Mississippi's lead office for workforce development strategy and coordination, has appointed Dr. Angenette Dixon as Program Manager for special funds.   In this role, she will oversee ARPA fund management, strengthen financial oversight, and maximize the impact of ARPA-funded workforce initiatives.  Dr. Dixon brings extensive experience in federally ...

Why CTE Matters: Preparing Mississippi’s Talent for the Future

February is Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, a time to highlight the impact of CTE programs and celebrate the students, educators, and industry partners driving workforce success in Mississippi. At AccelerateMS, we recognize that CTE plays a crucial role in preparing students for high-demand careers, strengthening our workforce, and ...

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17 hours ago

Today’s investments shape tomorrow’s workforce.

We’re honored to partner with Northeast as they lead with vision, expanding training programs that prepare students for high-demand careers and build a stronger Mississippi.We’re proud to share that Northeast has been awarded more than $2.2 million in workforce training grants from Accelerate MS to launch two major projects that will prepare our students and our region for what’s next.

“These grants will allow us to expand the kind of training that truly makes a difference for local industry and our communities,” said Jason Mattox, NEMCC’s vice president for career and technical education and director of workforce training. “We’re committed to building a pipeline of skilled workers ready to meet the needs of Mississippi’s growing economy.”

Northeast continues to lead with innovation, vision, and a deep commitment to student success. This is more than funding. It’s an investment in our future.

Picture (L-R): Representative William Tracy Arnold, Representative Bubba Carpender, Representative Daniel Sparks, Northeast Director of Advanced Manufacturing Morgan Fisher, AccelerateMS Director of Grants Management Shelika Hooker, Vice President of Community Outreach, Economic Development and Satellite Camus Ben Shappley, Northeast Workforce Systems Director Greg James, Northeast Vice President of Career and Technical Education and Director of Workforce Training Jason Mattox, Northeast President Dr. Ricky G. Ford, Vice President of Institutional Advancement and Executive Director of the Northeast Foundation Patrick Eaton, Director of the Corinth Center Bonnie Bell, Representative Brad Mattox
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Today’s investments shape tomorrow’s workforce.

We’re honored to partner with Northeast as they lead with vision, expanding training programs that prepare students for high-demand careers and build a stronger Mississippi.
18 hours ago

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17 hours ago

Today’s investments shape tomorrow’s workforce.

We’re honored to partner with Northeast as they lead with vision, expanding training programs that prepare students for high-demand careers and build a stronger Mississippi.We’re proud to share that Northeast has been awarded more than $2.2 million in workforce training grants from Accelerate MS to launch two major projects that will prepare our students and our region for what’s next.

“These grants will allow us to expand the kind of training that truly makes a difference for local industry and our communities,” said Jason Mattox, NEMCC’s vice president for career and technical education and director of workforce training. “We’re committed to building a pipeline of skilled workers ready to meet the needs of Mississippi’s growing economy.”

Northeast continues to lead with innovation, vision, and a deep commitment to student success. This is more than funding. It’s an investment in our future.

Picture (L-R): Representative William Tracy Arnold, Representative Bubba Carpender, Representative Daniel Sparks, Northeast Director of Advanced Manufacturing Morgan Fisher, AccelerateMS Director of Grants Management Shelika Hooker, Vice President of Community Outreach, Economic Development and Satellite Camus Ben Shappley, Northeast Workforce Systems Director Greg James, Northeast Vice President of Career and Technical Education and Director of Workforce Training Jason Mattox, Northeast President Dr. Ricky G. Ford, Vice President of Institutional Advancement and Executive Director of the Northeast Foundation Patrick Eaton, Director of the Corinth Center Bonnie Bell, Representative Brad Mattox
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NEMCC Workforce
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Today’s investments shape tomorrow’s workforce.

We’re honored to partner with Northeast as they lead with vision, expanding training programs that prepare students for high-demand careers and build a stronger Mississippi.
18 hours ago

MSHorizons is more than a conference. It's a shared vision for a stronger, smarter, more resilient Mississippi. Take a look back at the conversations that moved the needle. Register today for hashtag#MSHorizons2025 buff.ly/b6eNx3b ... See MoreSee Less

MSHorizons is more than a conference. Its a shared vision for a stronger, smarter, more resilient Mississippi. Take a look back at the conversations that moved the needle. Register today for hashtag#MSHorizons2025 https://buff.ly/b6eNx3bImage attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment
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