The new chair of the FedEx board was previously the interim president of the University of Memphis, CEO of Saks Inc. and the lead director of the board of Pilot Flying J. 

A moment of reflection for FedEx founder Fred Smith opened the company’s annual earnings call Tuesday, June 24.

The Digital Delta initiative is a framework for globally recognizing Memphis as a hub for high-tech manufacturing, artificial intelligence and advanced industries.

Airways Boulevard site will be the largest distribution center in Medtronic’s network.

The company, which is launching a 625,000-square-foot warehouse, signed a 12-year lease earlier this month.

Gresham Smith has 25 other offices across the Midwest and the South, and works with private and public companies. 

Shelby County Health Department Director Dr. Michelle Taylor, a White Station High graduate, takes the helm of the Baltimore City Health Department on Aug. 4.

The Memphis store in Wolfchase Galleria is the first for the Irish multinational fashion retailer. Primark says it plans to launch an exclusive NBA collection spotlighting the Memphis Grizzlies this fall. 

The brand offers athletic clothing for men and women. 

Three Memphis-area small businesses received thousands of dollars in loans to renovate and expand their companies. Plus, CEVA Logistics and Medtronic Logistics agree on a tax adjustment plan. 

“You got an idea? We want you to know that we have your back,” said Memphis Mayor Paul Young.

Two local eateries will temporarily close their doors, but a worldwide bakery franchise is now open for business.