Shloop to Open a New Facility in Right to Work Mississippi
Shloop has plans to open a new manufacturing facility soon in Right to Work Meridian, Mississippi. In order to make this possible, the footwear company is investing a total of $9 million toward the project. They will also create 56 new jobs. So this is great news!
From Area Development Magazine:
“Shloop is a sustainable footwear innovation and manufacturing company that will reduce the harmful environmental and societal impacts of footwear manufacturing. Through research, education and training of sustainable footwear production techniques and recycling options, we can stimulate the local economy through the creation of new career opportunities for artisans, designers, and technicians.” […]
“Shloop’s investment is a great indicator of our state’s support of innovative startups. MDA is glad to assist Shloop as it creates jobs in Lauderdale County, and we thank the company for helping encourage a culture of innovation that is efficient and effective across our state.” […]
“Meridian and Lauderdale County continue to benefit from having many locally owned existing industries. Shloop is another example of local industry leaders choosing again to invest in our community and to employ our citizens.”AREA DEVELOPMENT MAGAZINE
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