In Jackson, Mississippi on September 10, 2026, Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Edmond E. Hughes from HII (NYSE:HII) participated in a panel at Delta Fest 2026. This regional forum focused on exploring the impact of industrial investment on the Deep South. The panel discussion convened various stakeholders from business, government, and education sectors to address the requirements for workforce, suppliers, and community development to sustain continuous growth in the region.