Northwest Foundation Announces Top Sponsors for Soiree
Senatobia, MS (03/05/2026) — The Northwest Mississippi Community College Foundation has announced the top sponsors for the Northwest Soiree: A Garden Gala. Top sponsors include Mini Systems, Inc. as the Presenting Sponsor, R.J. Genetics in Association with Russell Paulk Enterprises as Titanium Sponsor, Delta Regional Foundation, Higginbotham Insurance and Financial Services, and the Ed and Becky Meek Foundation as Diamond Sponsors, and Sayle Oil Company as Platinum Sponsor.
"We are grateful for the generosity of these top-tier sponsors of the Northwest Soiree," said Patti Gordon, executive director of Institutional Advancement. "They are true partners in our vision of transforming students' lives, enriching our communities, and striving for excellence in our educational programs and services. The Foundation extends appreciation to them and our full roster of sponsors whose collective generosity makes this event possible and strengthens the future of Northwest."
The Presenting Sponsor, Mini Systems, Inc. has been the Northwest Soiree's Presenting Sponsor since the event began four years ago. Storage Plus is a subsidiary of Mini Systems, Inc. and has three locations in Batesville, MS. Storage Plus provides self-storage solutions for any storage needs, and has a new climate-controlled facility.
The Titanium Sponsor is R.J. Genetics in Association with Russell Paulk Enterprises, which is owned by Northwest alumnus Russell Paulk. R.J. Genetics has three different breeds of cattle: Red Angus, Gelbvieh and Balancer. Located in Batesville, the company has a partnership with Jason Morris, and they are well-equipped for any cattle breeder's embryo and AI services.
Diamond Sponsors are Higginbotham Insurance and Financial Services, Delta Regional Foundation and the Ed and Becky Meek Foundation. Higginbotham Insurance and Financial Services help customers find customized insurance, HR, and financial solutions to help protect a home, car, health, business or employees. The Delta Regional Foundation supports charitable activities that impact the lives of Mississippians. The organization primarily funds programs that support educational initiatives. The Ed and Becky Meek Foundation supports educational development of students residing in Mississippi through scholarships to trade, technical programs, and two-year and four-year degree programs. They also support other nonprofit organizations that encourage and aid in community revitalization and economic improvement.
Platinum Sponsor Sayle Oil Company specializes in petroleum-based products, particularly fuels, and in lubricants for consumers and industries. It encompasses a propane business and quick lube chain, DipStix. Sayle Oil started in 1947 in Charleston, and has been serving the Mid-South for over 75 years.
To learn more about the Northwest Mississippi Community College Soiree, please visit www.northwestms.edu/soiree.
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