From press and staff reports
Mary Katherine Dean, Executive Director of the Kosciusko Attala Partnership in Kosciusko recently graduated from TVA’s Rural Leadership Institute. The Rural Leadership Institute, developed and sponsored by TVA Economic Development, provides professional leadership training to rural community economic development professionals in the TVA service area.
The institute is designed to help local participants more effectively lead volunteers, partner organizations, businesses, elected officials and citizens to ensure long-term success.
Three two-day sessions were conducted by leading area experts. The training included focused skills development in the following major areas:
● Your Leadership Impact: Understanding People, Products & Power
● Building Competitive Advantage: Economic Development Sales Training
● Outclassing the Competition in Site Selection
“Rural America’s ability to compete for jobs and investment hinges on innovative local leadership – leaders who not only prepare and position their communities with market-ready assets but also connect authentically with their stakeholders and communicate a compelling vision that differentiates their community’s unique strengths,” said TVA Vice President of Economic Development Heidi Smith.
Over 270 individuals have participated in the program since it began in 2011. Recent leadership graduate Mary Katherine Dean, Executive Director of the Kosciusko Attala Partnership: This experience strengthened my skills and perspective as a leader, and I’m
excited to apply what I learned to continue building a stronger future for Kosciusko and Attala County.
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) a corporation owned by the U.S. government provides electricity for business customers and distribution utilities that serve 10 million people in seven southeastern states. Economic development is a major part of TVA’s core mission. TVA’s Economic Development services are focused on attracting targeted new industries, retaining and growing existing businesses and partnering with communities to help foster economic growth. More information is available at TVA.com.
The Kosciusko Attala Partnership serves as both the local Chamber of Commerce and economic development organization, supporting businesses and fostering community growth. We work to attract new businesses, retain and grow existing ones, and create opportunities that strengthen our local economy. Through events, programs, and partnerships, we connect residents, businesses, and leaders to build a thriving Kosciusko and Attala County.
