Brenda H. Lathan Scholarship for Women in Economic Development
Established February 2020 by the Golden Triangle Development LINK through the Mississippi Economic Development Council.
Announcement
Are you or someone you know an outstanding female in economic development?
Nominate an outstanding female economic developer by Thursday, October 31, 2024, for a chance to receive the 2025 Brenda Hardaway Lathan Scholarship for Women in Economic Development. This award supports women pursuing continued education in economic development, with a focus on, but not limited to, minority practitioners. Self-nominations are accepted. The winner will be honored during the MEDC Legislative Conference on February 6, 2025, at the Westin Hotel in Jackson, MS.
Policy
Nominations for Brenda Hardaway Lathan Scholarship for Women in Economic Development can only be made by an active MEDC member. The nominator must submit a completed nomination form by the designated deadline. Following nominations and discussion, Brenda Lathan will decide on the awardee.
The Executive Director of MEDC will communicate with the scholarship awardee in writing congratulating them on the new honor. The awardee is invited to attend the MEDC Legislative Conference to receive recognition during the Awards Luncheon. The letter will include the amenities and responsibilities as outlined below, with a copy to the Sponsoring Organization.
Amenities and Responsibilities of each party are as follows:
MEDC PROVIDES:
Up to four (4) complimentary luncheon tickets.
One (1) registration fee for the conference where the member is being honored.
Award/plaque.
SPONSORING ORGANIZATION PROVIDES:
Hotel room reservations and expenses.
Any additional luncheon tickets at their discretion.
Photo and bio on awardee for conference chairman.
AWARDEE PROVIDES:
Mileage
Please complete the application and submit to info@medc.ms no later then
Thursday, October 31, 2024.