- Ole Miss School of Business
- Innovate.ms
- Mississippi Angel Network
- Miss. Small Business Development Center
- Transactional Law Clinic
- UM Foundation
- Insight Park
- Division of Technology Management
- Haley Barbour Center for Mfg. Excellence
- Mississippi Development Authority
- Mississippi Small Business Development Center
- Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce
- North Mississippi Enterprise Initiative (NMEI)
Regional Legacy Forum
Legacy Strategy. Focused Action.
Mission: The Regional Legacy Forum delivers specialized education and actionable transition strategies to Mississippi’s family business leaders. By tackling regional challenges through real-world case studies, we equip families to navigate complex transitions and secure their professional legacy.
At the heart of every Regional Legacy Forum is a signature Case Study tailored specifically to the host region. We move beyond generic advice to tackle the nuanced, often unspoken challenges of family-run enterprises.
Expert Insights
Peer-led panels and faculty research.
Regional Connection
Strengthening local business ecosystems.
Legacy Planning
Focused sessions on generational transitions.
Who Should Attend?
This event is specifically tailored for:
- Founders & Current CEOs/Presidents of regional family enterprises.
- Next-Generation Leaders preparing to take the helm.
- Key Family Members involved in the business’s strategic direction.
Explore the 2026 Recap
April 21-22, 2026 | MSU Riley Center | Meridian, MS
The UMCIE Legacy Leadership Program is dedicated to empowering Mississippi’s economic future. The Regional Legacy Forum reflects our commitment to providing tailored resources that ensure the strength and longevity of our region’s most vital economic engines: our family businesses.
The Forum delivers concentrated expertise from leaders in family business governance, finance, and succession planning, ensuring that all learnings are immediately applicable to drive change and secure the next generation’s success. It also provides essential localized networking opportunities to connect with other regional family business leaders who face similar challenges and celebrate shared opportunities.
Ready for the Full Experience?
If you found the Meridian Forum valuable, you won’t want to miss our flagship event. Join us in Flowood this September for the It’s All Relative Family Business Symposium. This is where family leaders from across the state gather for two days of world-class speakers, expert-led panel discussions, and unparalleled networking.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Align your business with the inaugural Regional Legacy Forum and gain exclusive access to a select audience of established and next-generation family business leaders from across Mississippi.
To learn more about the benefits and sponsorship levels for the Inaugural Regional Legacy Forum, please download our official Sponsorship Form.
Ensure your family business secures its place at this inaugural event by never missing an update. Subscribe to The Family Forum Newsletter to be the first to know when registration opens!
For more information, please contact Angelica Owens at arowens@olemiss.edu