Economic Outlook for 2000.(Statistical Data Included)
Like the Mighty Mississippi, the U.S. economy is expected to
continue to roll along in 2000. Have we entered a new period in the
nation's history when high levels of economic growth and . . .
The Critical Need for Workforce Development.(Statistical Data
Included)
Businesses Speak Out and The Chamber of Commerce Responds
Memphis is in the midst of a crisis--a labor crisis. With the lack
of high-qaulity workers, employers are often faced with . . .
Women and entrepreneurship: the appealing alternative.(includes
related article on Chattanooga Institute's support of women
entr
Understanding the growth trends in women as entrepreneurs
If you go to work for a small business in the 21st century,
there's a good possibility your boss will be a woman. The Small
Business . . .
Making an impact: today and tomorrow.(The Economic Impact of the
University of Memphis)(includes related articles on budget, stu
The University of Memphis contributes almost three-quarters of a
billion dollars to the economy each year through direct and indirect
expenditures, a study by the Bureau of Business and Economic . . .
Tunica's prospects for a long-term winning streak: a view
from the casino industry.(Tunica County, Mississippi)
In the battle between pro-casinos and anti-casinos, many myths and
concerns have been circulated. Philip Satre dispels many of these
worries as he shows how the casino industry, particularly . . .
Memphis: The Year in Review, The Year in Preview.(Statistical
Data Included)
Insanity, by Will Rogers' definition, usually increases as we
approach the beginning of a new year. Once again, the time has come for
economists around the world to gaze into a crystal ball . . .
Slower Growth and Resource Constraints: Is There A Labor Shortage
Problem in Tennessee?(Statistical Data Included)
It seems self-evident that an abundance of productive resources can
promote economic growth, reduce production costs, and expand economic
opportunities for nearly everyone in Tennessee. Whether . . .
School for start-ups.(includes related article on venture
capitalist Joe McLeary)(Fogelman College's developing
entrepreneurship
Convinced that entrepreneurship is a learnable skill, the Fogelman
College is developing new classes for entrepreneurs and launching a
campaign to develop an entrepreneurship center at the . . .
Measuring the University's impact reveals a rainbow of
benefits.(The Economic Impact of the University of Memphis)(Cover
Story)
There are many ways to look at the impact of the University on the
community and people. One of the most important is to consider the
increased earning power created by college attendance and . . .
Competition in the Tunica casino industry: a lesson from
Mid-South business?(Tunica and Gaming)
One of the most significant factors in an industry's long-run
success is competition. Strong inter-firm rivalry continually forces
competitors to improve and upgrade their offerings in order to . . .
Economic Growth Marches On Into New Millennium.
As we approach the end of the millennium, the economic expansion
that the Tennessee Valley and the nation enjoyed during the 1990s
continues on. Over the past two or three years, economists . . .
What Impact Has the Current Labor Market Had on Business?
How tough is it to hire workers in Memphis?
After reviewing the 1999 Labor Market Survey, the Bureau asked four
companies that represent a large population of employers similar
questions about . . .
Success secrets of Memphis' most prolific
entrepreneur.(Holiday Inn founder Kemmons Wilson)
What drives an entrepreneur? in this excerpt from his autobiography
Half Luck & Half Brains, Memphian Kemmons Wilson reveals the
character traits and business savvy that have made him a legend . . .
Competition opens the door for New-Age entrepreneurs.(includes
related article on management expert Peter Drucker's definition o
Throughout the world, value-creating competition is the key source
of economic growth and prosperity. Public policies which encourage
competition and minimize regulation set the stage for . . .
Gambling: when it is not a game anymore.(Tunica and
Gaming)(pathological gambling)
Not everyone can accept gaming as entertainment. To some, the fun
is lost as a consuming addiction takes its place. The benefits from the
gaming industry come at a price. The University of Memphis' . . .
Bureau Highlights.
When people think of customer service, they don't usually
think of welfare programs. Yet, Tennessee's welfare reform program,
Families First, provides customer service to participants leaving . . .
America's Skills Shortage.
The New Economy in the New Millennium
As we approach the new millennium, American workers have much to
celebrate--our economy is the strongest in a generation. Since President
Clinton and Vice . . .
Creating a more entrepreneurial Memphis and Shelby
County.(includes related article on business incubator movement in
Memphis, T
Considering the economic impact that entrepreneurs have had on
Memphis in the past, are we doing enough to make sure there will be more
Memphis entrepreneurs in the future?
Elvis Presley and . . .
How do casinos affect communities?
To win cards, it helps to have the right combination. Similarly,
communities need the right combination of elements to be successful.
Prior to 1976, Nevada was the only state where . . .
The future of casino gambling in Tunica County.(Tunica and
Gaming)(Mississippi)
Who would want to work in one of the poorest counties in the
nation, in the midst of the mosquito-infested Mississippi Delta? Just
ask the over 15,000 people who now work and are moving to Tunica . . .
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