BUSINESS
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ong known as the birthplace of blues, soul and rockn-roll, Memphis is also the largest economic engine in the state of Tennessee, contributing $58.8 billion to the state’s economy. A rich cultural history, a diverse population and an unmatched innovation and creativity streak, Memphis
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is a place for transformists, innovators and world shakers. Revolutionary business ideas like the world’s first hotel chain, the first self-serve grocery store and, of course, the concept of overnight package delivery were all born right here on the banks of the Mississippi river.
