Delta Regional Authority Employee Directory
Government AdministrationMississippi, United States11-50 Employees
The Delta Regional Authority is a government-related organization established in 2000 to foster economic development across the lower Mississippi River and Alabama Black Belt regions. It operates as a federal–state partnership focused on investing in transportation and basic public infrastructure, as well as workforce training and business development, with the aim of creating jobs and improving quality of life in the region. Its service area spans 255 counties and parishes across parts of eight states, and its enabling legislation directs the majority of funds toward economically distressed areas while prioritizing infrastructure needs. Headquartered in Clarksdale, Mississippi, the DRA positions itself within the government administration sector, partnering with local communities to support projects that enhance infrastructure and workforce capabilities. Recent activity includes leadership development programs and regional projects supported through its programs, reflecting ongoing efforts to expand opportunities in the Delta region and its surrounding communities.