
Our Mission
To promote a healthy and sustainable Starkville and Oktibbeha County by enhancing the quality of life for all citizens through an aggressive and diversified approach for business growth and job creation, enhanced tourism and retirement opportunities, and involvement in progressive educational and other community initiatives.
What is the Partnership?
The Partnership is made up of four components: Starkville Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB), Starkville Main Street Association (SMSA), Oktibbeha County Economic Development Authority (OCEDA), and Starkville Area Chamber of Commerce.
Starkville Visitors & Convention Bureau (CVB) promotes the greater Starkville area as a tourist destination
Starkville Main Street Association (SMSA) promotes the greater Starkville area as a Mississippi Main Street community

Oktibbeha County Economic Development Association (OCEDA) promotes the creation and retention of jobs in the county
Starkville Area Chamber of Commerce focuses community resources on fostering economic and community development and enhancing the quality of life
Upcoming Member Events
Leadership Circle


Our Team
We work every single day trying to find more effective and creative ways to make our community a better place to live, work, and play.
We are proud to call Starkville: Mississippi’s College Town our home.