STARKVILLE, MS, October 15, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Kim Moreland has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Entrepreneurship and Business Leadership

At the heart of Moreland's career is her work as a business owner. She leads several successful enterprises in Starkville, including construction services, commercial and residential real estate, rental properties, storage units and a check-cashing business. As a licensed contractor, she ensures projects meet the highest standards of quality and professionalism. She also serves the community as a U-Haul dealer, managing operations that provide practical solutions for families and businesses.

Her entrepreneurial path was shaped early by her father, who opened his own gas station in the 1970s. Inspired by his example of resilience and customer service, Moreland has built her ventures around the same principles: hard work, accountability and treating people well. Her efforts have contributed to Starkville's economic development while creating opportunities and resources for residents.

Civic Engagement and Community Service

Moreland's influence extends well beyond her business portfolio. She serves on the Starkville Tourism and Convention Board, where she helps guide initiatives to strengthen local tourism and support economic growth. She is also an active Rotarian, committed to service projects that make a difference in her community. She served on the board of adjustment and appeals, planning and zoning.

Her dedication has not gone unnoticed. In 2024, The Commercial Dispatch named her Starkville's "Hometown Hero," honoring her commitment to improving the lives of others. She also shares her experiences with the next generation as a speaker at the Annual Smart Girls Conference hosted by the Boys and Girls Club, where she encourages young women to pursue their goals with confidence. (Starkville starz)

Public Service and Leadership in Government

Since 2024, Moreland has represented Ward 1 as an alderman for the City of Starkville. Though she did not initially plan to enter politics, she accepted the role after being encouraged by Mayor Lynn Spruill of Starkville, recognizing it as a chance to lead with integrity and give back to the city that shaped her. She views public service as an extension of her business values: listening to people, making ethical decisions and striving to leave the community better than she found it.

In addition to her role on the Board of Aldermen, Moreland has been active within the Republican Party, she served as vice chair of the Oktibbeha County Republican Party and has represented Mississippi as a delegate. Through these roles, she has worked to strengthen civic participation and ensure local voices are heard in broader conversations about the state's future.

Education, Values and Personal Life

A graduate of Mississippi State University, Moreland earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in 2008. That education provided a strong foundation for her work in both entrepreneurship and governance, equipping her with the skills to manage businesses, lead teams and serve the public.

Beyond her professional and civic life, Moreland values time with her family and draws strength from her personal relationships. She has also dedicated more than a decade to bodybuilding competitions, a pursuit that reflects her discipline, determination and ability to set and achieve ambitious goals.

Looking forward, she plans to continue growing her impact in Starkville, with aspirations to seek higher office. Her guiding principles remain the same ones she has carried since childhood: treat people with respect, go the extra mile, make difficult but ethical choices and maintain clarity of purpose.

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