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Rumie Closes $450k Seed Round, Sets Sights on Wide Adoption Via College Campuses

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In early 2023, Rumie App LLC, an Oxford-based technology startup founded by of Mississippi , earned a $100,000 Mississippi Seed Fund award to them realize the potential in their campus-based marketplace for students. The only thing holding Tanner McCraney backโ€”even a littleโ€”was his final semester of study.

โ€œI was a full-time student. Patrick [Phillips] and Caki [Field] were students as well,โ€ McCraney said. Phillips is co-founder and COO, while Field heads marketing and outreach. โ€œWe’ve had to transition from students to full-time business owners and .โ€

rumie is an app-based online marketplace for college students that enables them to buy, sell or rent merchandise among one another while remaining safely on campus. The app requires…

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By: jacksonfreepress
Title: Rumie Closes $450k Seed Round, Sets Sights on Wide Adoption Via College Campuses
Sourced From: www.innovate.ms/rumie-closes-450k-seed-round-sets-sights-on-wide-adoption-via-college-campuses/
Published Date: Fri, 02 Feb 2024 22:56:03 +0000


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Superior Optical Lab expanding operations in Jackson County

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mississippi.org – Ken patterson – 2024-10-16 10:00:00

SUMMARY: Superior Optical Lab, an eyeglass manufacturer in County, is expanding with a corporate investment of approximately $12.5 million, creating 188 jobs. The company, which operates one of America’s leading optical laboratories, recently added 45,000 square feet of production to enhance efficiency. The Mississippi Authority and are supporting the expansion . Founded in 1991 by a U.S. Navy veteran, Superior Optical Lab is dedicated to providing affordable eyewear to . Local , Gov. Tate Reeves, express pride in supporting veteran-owned businesses and the positive impact on the Coast region’s .

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Salad Days Produce expanding in Madison County

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mississippi.org – Ken patterson – 2024-10-08 14:00:00

SUMMARY: Salad Days Produce, a hydroponic lettuce producer based in Flora, Mississippi, is expanding its operations with an $8.18 million investment, creating at least 12 . The new 65,000-square- facility at Flora Industrial Park will significantly increase production capacity, enabling the company to serve larger grocery chains and regional distributors. This expansion is expected to be completed by July 2025, supported by the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive program. Local highlight the positive economic impact and growth in the food-service market that will result from this , reinforcing County’s emerging status as a food-sector hub.

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Exxel Outdoors locating operations in Tupelo

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mississippi.org – Ken patterson – 2024-09-26 10:00:10

SUMMARY: Exxel Outdoors, a leading manufacturer of outdoor and military gear, is relocating its national warehousing and distribution center from Reno, Nevada, to , Mississippi, creating at least 40 with a corporate investment exceeding $2 million. This move enhances delivery efficiency by positioning the company closer to its customers and its manufacturing plant in Haleyville, Alabama. Supported by the Mississippi Authority’s MFLEX program and local agencies, Exxel’s arrival is expected to diversify the local and foster business growth in Tupelo. The company will begin hiring immediately, reflecting Mississippi’s commitment to a conducive business .

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