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2024 Holiday Market

More than 300 shoppers braved the rain to visit the Medical District Holiday Market! The annual event offered twice the fun in 2024, doubling the number of vendors available and expanding to two locations.

Customers were able to walk between Flyway Brewing Company and Memphis Made Brewing Company to engage with more than 60 vendors, including local and national brands.

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Inside the President's Office | Episode 4: Sharon Coleman

On this episode of "Inside the President's Office," MMDC President, Rory Thomas, sits down with local business owner and community leader Sharon Coleman. Watch our video to learn more about Sharon's involvement with Peabody Vance Neighborhood Association and why she chose the Medical District for her business, Ritzee Florist & Interior Designs.

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Inside the President's Office | Episode 2: Keesa Mitchell

As Vice President of Operations, Keesa wears many hats such as overseeing MMDC’s Finance and Human Resources activities in addition to contributing to our organization’s development efforts. One of her favorite things to share with others about her role is the launch of our new Medical District Partnership Program!

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Memphis Flyer Cover Story: "Edge Energy"

The energy in the Edge District is undeniable! But don't just take it from us, check out the The Memphis Flyer's latest cover story to learn more about the unique mix of new and old businesses, institutions, and leaders that are committed to collaboratively honoring the past while shaping the future of the District, together.

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MMDC's National Small Business Week Highlights Major Growth in Local Procurement Activity

Wondering what economic development in your community looks like? Here's a recap of our recent National Small Business Week events at Varsity Spirit's HQ!

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Faces of the Medical District: Anne Marie Wyatt, Owner of SANA Yoga

We couldn’t have an equitable, vibrant, and prosperous Medical District without our people – which is why MMDC will be spotlighting a new business owner, creator, or activator within the District every other month. We’re excited to be kicking this series off with an interview from Anne Marie Wyatt, owner of Sana Yoga!

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Inside the President's Office | Episode 1: Rhonda Brown

Our new video series, Inside the President's Office, kicks off with MMDC president Rory Thomas in conversation with Economic Development Director, Rhonda Brown.

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Memphis Medical District Collaborative Celebrates National Small Business Week

Memphis’ Medical District is open for business… small business that is! There’s a lot momentum in the District, which is why Memphis Medical District Collaborative (MMDC) is celebrating the SBA’s National Small Business Week.

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MMDC Welcomes 11 New Businesses to Medical District

2023 was a banner year for new businesses in the Medical District, learn more about each business below.

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Former UrbanArt leader readies new gallery to ‘welcome in’ public

The former director of the UrbanArt Commission is opening her own contemporary art gallery, and she wants it to be a place everyone feels welcome.

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French Truck Coffee ready to open third Memphis location

French Truck Coffee will open its third location in the Memphis area at 732 Madison Ave. on Nov. 10.

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Muggin Coffeehouse opens second location in the Medical District

Muggin Coffeehouse is now officially open in Uptown Memphis for your daily dose in the District!


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