When I worked for the federal government, I had the pleasure of working on a White House Economic Development (EZ/EC) Initiative. It was called the Federal Empowerment Zone program, administered through HUD and USDA but funded by HHS. During this experience, I learned the power of planning and the value of a comprehensive development plan.
The Delta Food-Expo and Cultural Summit brought together farmers, chefs, restaurant owners and culinary enthusiasts in an effort to build culinary tourism in Pine Bluff.