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Mississippi APEX Accelerator Program

The Mississippi APEX Accelerator Program is an integral element of the Mississippi Development Authority, the chief economic development agency for the State of Mississippi. The Mississippi program is a member of the National APEX Accelerator Alliance (NAPEX) and provides services to only Mississippi business owners. The MS APEX Accelerator Program delivers its services through a statewide network of regional APEX Accelerator Centers strategically located in Gulfport, Columbus, Cleveland, Meridian and Jackson, MS, with a satellite office located in Tupelo, MS and Hattiesburg, MS.

The MS APEX Accelerator Program is partially funded by a cooperative agreement grant administered by the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) with matching funds provided by the Mississippi Development Authority, in-kind contributions from city and county government agencies, economic development organizations and private corporations.  

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Small Business Strengthens Mississippi's Defense

Mississippi Apex specializes in bid matching, outreach, contractor location, problem-solving, solicitation, and referrals tailored specifically for your small business needs within the Department of Defense (DoD) sector

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Success Story – FMS Lighting / Greener Technologies

 

For more than 66 years, FMS Lighting / Greener Technologies has provided professional

electrical lighting and signage services throughout the United States. Our company specializes

in interior and exterior lighting systems, LED retrofits, commercial electrical lighting projects, and

government facility upgrades. We own and operate our own service fleet and equipment,

including vans, bucket trucks, and cranes, allowing us to efficiently complete projects of all sizes

nationwide.

One of our recent federal contract successes was an exterior LED lighting retrofit project for the

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at the Bowdoin National Wildlife Refuge located at 194 Bowdoin

Auto Tour Road, Malta, Montana 59538. The project involved upgrading exterior lighting

systems to modern energy-efficient LED technology to improve visibility, reliability, and long-term

operational efficiency for the facility.

The federal requisition number for this project was 0044027460. Throughout the project, we

worked closely with the Government Contracting Officer, Jeremy Riva, to ensure successful

project completion and customer satisfaction. The project was completed successfully, and both

the customer and the government representatives were highly satisfied with the results.

This contract represents a major milestone for our company and demonstrates the growth and

opportunities made possible through the support of the Mississippi APEX Accelerator program.

Had we not become a client of Mississippi APEX Accelerator, we would never have been able to

successfully enter the world of government contracting. Their guidance, professionalism, and

hands-on support gave us the knowledge and confidence necessary to pursue federal

opportunities and compete successfully in the government marketplace.

The Mississippi APEX Accelerator team assisted us in understanding government contracting

requirements, navigating the federal procurement process, improving our registrations and

certifications, and positioning our business for long-term success. Their dedication and

expertise have played a direct role in helping our company expand into federal contracting

opportunities across the United States.

We are extremely grateful for the support provided by Mississippi APEX Accelerator and highly

recommend their services to any business seeking to grow within government contracting.

FMS Lighting / Greener Technologies looks forward to continuing to build upon these successes

and expanding our federal contracting portfolio in the years ahead.

 

Matthew Bataille, JD

 

Success Story – FMS Lighting / Greener Technologies

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Dear Ms. Clark,

I would like to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your outstanding support and guidance throughout the APEX Program. Your encouragement, knowledge, and dedication have truly made a meaningful impact on my journey.

Because of your guidance, I have been able to grow, gain confidence, and reach the next level in my development. I can honestly say that I could not have accomplished this without your support. Your willingness to go above and beyond did not go unnoticed, and it is deeply appreciated.

Please accept my heartfelt gratitude for the time, effort, and commitment you have invested in helping me succeed. Your support has inspired me to continue striving for excellence, and I am truly thankful.

Thank you again for everything you have done.

Sincerely,

Prophetess Williams

Raneisha Clark- Central MS Office Advisor

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Dear Apex Accelerators Team,

I would like to take a moment to formally recognize Jodi Jones for the exceptional job she has done assisting me with the SAM.gov registration process for government contracting.

From the very beginning, Jodi walked me through each step with clarity, patience, and professionalism. She ensured I fully understood the process, answered every question thoroughly, and provided the guidance I needed to feel confident entering this new space. What can often feel overwhelming was made manageable and empowering because of her approach.

I am extremely grateful for her support and dedication. Her knowledge and commitment have been invaluable to me as I work to grow Seals Home Development Group and position my company to acquire government contracts.

I also want to acknowledge that Jodi is training Andrea Garth, and it is clear she is passing along the same level of excellence, care, and professionalism. Both women are true assets to Apex Accelerators, and their impact reflects positively on your organization.

Thank you for providing such high-quality support. Working with Jodi has been a truly positive experience, and I appreciate the role she has played in helping me move forward with confidence.

Sincerely,

Melinda Seals

Owner | Seals Home Development Group

Jodi Jones-East MS Advisor and Andrea Garth- Program Office