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The East Mississippi Business Development Corporation is a not-for-profit organization that serves as the Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development agency for Meridian and Lauderdale County. The mission of the EMBDC is to empower a diverse leadership culture to achieve economic wealth through excellence in education, new investment, and the nurturing of existing business and industry. Formed in late 1996 by a group of visionary business leaders, the EMBDC serves the City of Meridian, Town of Marion, Lauderdale County, and over 1,400 dues-paying members.