Mississippi Enterprise for Technology names Sara Doss Vice President
[Stennis Space Center, MS] – August 19, 2024 – Mississippi Enterprise for Technology (MSET) is proud to announce the promotion of Sara Doss to Vice President. In this key position, Doss will play a pivotal role in advancing MSET’s mission to harness Mississippi’s federal assets to attract and retain high-wage jobs within the state. Working closely with MSET’s President and CEO, she will be responsible for shaping and executing strategic initiatives, managing relationships with key stakeholders, overseeing daily operations, and driving the growth of MSET’s programs and services.
Doss has served as MSET’s Director of Business Development since January 2023. During her tenure, she successfully led the formalization of an Aerospace and Defense trade association, resulting in the creation of the Aerospace and Defense Alliance of Mississippi (ADAM). In May 2024, MSET established ADAM as a separate 501(c)(6) organization, where Doss serves as Executive Director.
“I am honored to step into the role of Vice President at MSET,” said Doss. “Mississippi is a leader in the aerospace, defense, and technology sectors, and MSET is a key player in ensuring the growth of these industries right here in our home state. I’m proud to be a part of that work and I’m eager to continue to work closely with our key partners to ensure that Mississippi remains a leader in these new and emerging industries.”
Doss’s promotion supports MSET’s strategic goals to enhance the state’s position as a leader in aerospace, defense, and technology driven economic development. Her proven leadership and industry expertise will bring significant benefits to MSET’s stakeholders and partners .
“Sara’s dedication and leadership have been instrumental in advancing our mission and driving significant growth in Mississippi’s tech, aerospace, and defense sectors,” said MSET President and CEO Davis Pace. “Her strategic mindset and collaborative approach make her the ideal Vice President to help guide MSET into the future. I am confident that with her in this new role, MSET will continue to thrive and expand its impact across our great state.”
About MSET: Created as a public-private partnership between the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA), NASA, and Mississippi’s research institutions, Mississippi Enterprise for Technology (MSET) serves as Mississippi’s Office of Space and Technology. MSET connects state and federal agencies, universities, and researchers with industry partners who can fund or benefit from their research. Through these collaborations, MSET plays a crucial role in recruiting and retaining high-wage, high-tech jobs in Mississippi, fostering economic growth and technological innovation across the state.
About ADAM: The Aerospace and Defense Alliance of Mississippi (ADAM) is an industry trade association that serves as the convening entity for Mississippi’s aerospace, aeronautics, and defense industries. ADAM fosters industry collaboration and strategic planning, provides advocacy, and supports marketing and promotional efforts for the state’s aerospace and defense assets.
Together, ADAM and MSET collaborate with industry, academia, and state and federal partners to enhance the growth of the aerospace and defense industry in Mississippi.