“We support CDF because it is clearly the driver to achieve more and better jobs for our area.
Their history and results have set the standard for economic development excellence year
after year.” – Mr. Aubrey Patterson, retired chairman, BancorpSouth
“CDF continues to raise the bar for economic development groups across the
nation. I have worked with members of CDF for years and have always been
impressed with their accomplishments and commitment to the community.”
- U.S. Senator Roger Wicker
BUSINESS INVESTOR
Value: $5,145
Annual Investment: $650
Value: $2,784
Annual Investment: $350
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
“Membership in CDF is an investment in your business and community that
pays tremendous dividends.” - Ms. Lisa Hawkins, co-owner, Room to Room
PREMIER BUSINESS INVESTOR
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
Plus the advantages of Business Investor
Access to CDF’s workforce training assistance program
Plaque and decal for one addtional branch location with
listing in online membership directory
Description of business in online membership directory
(up to 25 words)
Utilization of CDF conference and meeting rooms twice a
year
ChamberAdvantage member-to-member affinity program
Access to membership labels
Tax deductible as ordinary and necessary business expense
Notary Public Service and Certificates of Origin
ChamberAdvantage member-to-member affinity program
Access to membership labels
Tax deductible as ordinary and necessary business expense
Notary Public Service and Certificates of Origin
Small business assistance through Renasant Center for
IDEAs
Utilization of CDF conference and meeting rooms once a
year
Available sponsorship opportunities
Members-only pricing
Business referral service exclusively to members
Small business assistance through Renasant Center for IDEAs
“Economic development is critical to the vitality of Tupelo. The CDF is one of the city’s most
important partners in growing and expanding economic opportunities in the region. I am
proud to be a member and supporter of the Community Development Foundation.”
-Mayor Jason Shelton, City of Tupelo
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