One of the most important initiatives for Memphis and Shelby County is economic development, which includes attracting new business and industry to our city. Having spent 2½ years as the executive director of the Workforce Investment Network (WIN), a federally funded workforce development program, I am very aware that the availability of a skilled workforce is one of the key things businesses look for when deciding where to relocate or expand.

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How Does Memphis Say Love?

Poverty. Infant mortality. Homelessness. High dropout rates in our schools. I often hear, 'I want to help, but I don't know if what I can do will really make a difference in Memphis. ' My heart, as well as my years of experience in social services, tells me that people are indeed making a difference. Moreover, the various efforts already in place can be taken to scale to better serve at-risk children, families and communities in our city, if we do the right things.

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