The Communications & Publications Division is responsible for managing the Agency’s overall brand and ensuring accurate information is delivered to the public and press in a timely manner. The division also produces and distributes official state publications, such as the Official Statistical Register of the State of Mississippi, more commonly known as the Blue Book, and oversees various agency outreach programs and initiatives.

The External Affairs Division develops partnerships with business development entities in the state to facilitate economic growth and connects the resources of the agency to new and existing Mississippi businesses. The division also forms partnerships with K-12 and IHL for educational purposes and supports outreach for legislative affairs.