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Article: Brookins taking development background to private sector
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- The Mississippi Business Journal
- Article date:
- August 21, 2006
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JACKSON - Many may find it hard to believe that Jason Brookins is 37 years old. Full of youthful enthusiasm and drive, he could easily pass for a 20-something.
But, his career seems to fit a man of more advanced years. After all, he has held economic development positions with the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA), in Meridian and in Hinds County, where he currently serves as executive director of the Hinds County Economic Development District (HCEDD).
Now, Brookins is preparing to take his skills and background into the private sector. He recently announced his resignation from the HCEDD to become president of Mississippi operations for Rise Development, a residential and community ...