New West Memphis Chamber Executive Director Talks Vision
West Memphis, 15 June 2024 – Stephanie Jones White, the new Executive Director of the West Memphis Chamber of Commerce shared her vision for the development of the city’s commerce and industry during an interview yesterday.
Stephanie Jones White: Vision and Plans
As a seasoned leader with several years of experience in guiding industrial and commercial growth, White aims to bring her expertise to support the economic development of West Memphis. Her key vision lies in promoting local businesses, encouraging startups, creating more job opportunities, and ensuring the prosperity of the city’s various sectors.
“The primary agenda is to keep West Memphis thriving and competitive by supporting local businesses and encouraging entrepreneurship”, she said. White believes that enhancing the local economy is crucial for the city’s overall growth and that understanding the challenges faced by local businesses can open myriad opportunities for economic development.
Her Path to the Director’s Chair
White’s inspiring journey towards this esteemed role is an exemplification of her commitment and dedication. Her practical approach, combined with an amicable nature, has played a vital role in her successful collaboration with diverse teams and organizations across different domains. Her talent lies in exploring strategies for local and regional economic development and implementing effective solutions to promote sustainable growth.
“It’s all about increasing opportunities for success and bringing the community together to reach bigger goals.”, emphasized White, as she highlighted the essence of her new role at the Chamber.
Promoting Business Landscape
White plans to implement strategies such as providing resources for new businesses, creating networking opportunities, and establishing partnerships with local, regional, and national organizations to strengthen West Memphis’s business landscape.
“Greater collaboration among local businesses, support organizations, and government entities can result in dynamic outcomes.”, she shared. Her role will not just involve designing strategies, but also execution, monitoring, and revising these strategies based on their effectiveness.
White’s Message to the Community
White expressed her gratitude to the people of West Memphis for welcoming her into the new role and looks forward to contributing her bit to the city’s growth.
“We’re all in this together, and I am eager to work hand in hand with everyone to create a prosperous business environment that benefits all.” she concluded.
As West Memphis prepares for future growth and prosperity under its new leadership, the city looks forward to the numerous positive changes and development Stephanie Jones White is expected to bring to its business sector.
