About Brownsville-Haywood Economic Development Corporation

Driving Growth. Building Opportunity.

The Brownsville-Haywood Economic Development Corporation (BHEDC) is dedicated to building a vibrant, future-ready economy in the heart of West Tennessee. We bring together public and private partners to create an innovative ecosystem where businesses can grow, families can thrive, and communities can prosper.

As both a public-serving EDO and the official Brownsville-Haywood Industrial Development Corporation, we operate under Tennessee state law without taxpayer funding. Our work is fueled by industry investment and reinvested directly into projects that benefit all of Haywood County.

Our Mission

BHEDC is committed to preparing today for the opportunities of tomorrow. We collaborate closely with local, regional, and state partners to:

Attract and retain quality employers

Expand workforce development & infrastructure

Support sustainable, community-driven growth

From site selection to incentives, from small business support to global recruitment, our team offers hands-on expertise and long-term partnership at every stage of the process.

Leadership with Impact

Under the direction of Executive Director Aaron Stewart, CEcD, EDFP, BHEDC has rapidly become a strategic force in Tennessee economic development. Aaron brings over 20 years of experience, with a record of delivering results across more than 270 projects totaling $18 billion in capital investment and over 38,000 jobs created. His leadership has positioned Haywood County as a serious contender for high-impact growth, including successful industrial park certification and millions in site development funding.