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Episode 32 - MTC IDEA Fund Jan 26, 2024

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Julia Campbell, IDEA Fund Manager for the Missouri Technology Corporation (MTC), provides an overview of the program. The IDEA Fund supports innovation and job creation through investments in Missouri technology startups.

Episode 31 - Missouri's Southeast Region Jan 12, 2024

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We sit down with Lesley Rone, Southeast Regional Manager for the Regional Engagement Division, to discuss the latest developments in our state's southeast region. Lesley provides an overview of the area's economic strengths, including its rich farmland, ideal transportation infrastructure, dedicated workforce, and more.

Episode 30 - 2023 End of Year Wrap-up Dec 29, 2023

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We’re looking back at 2023 and highlighting the work of the Missouri Department of Economic Development. Team DED’s work included business expansions, community development initiatives, addressing broadband availability, and deploying ARPA funds across the state, just to name a few. We look forward to what lies in store for 2024!

Episode 29 - MTC Grant Programs Dec 15, 2023

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Jakob Pallesen, Manager of Ecosystem Engagement with Missouri Technology Corporation (MTC), tells us about grant opportunities through MTC.

Episode 28 - Promoting Economic Growth in St. Louis Dec 01, 2023

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St. Louis Regional Manager, Taylor Mazdra, talks about promoting economic growth in Missouri's St. Louis region.

Episode 27 - Expanding Broadband Access in Missouri Nov 17, 2023

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A lot of work going on, but a lot of work still to do. Office of Broadband (OBD) Director, BJ Tanksley and Community Development Specialist, Adam Thorp speak about the continued efforts to expand broadband coverage to unserved and underserved locations across the state of Missouri.

Episode 26 - Missouri's Economic Forecast with Jeff Pinkerton Nov 03, 2023

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Director of Economic Research, Jeff Pinkerton, provides an update on Missouri's economy. Hear about how the economy is beginning to moderate, current inflation numbers, industry growth, and much more.

Episode 25 - Investing in Missouri's Companies of Tomorrow Oct 20, 2023

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Missouri Technology Corporation (MTC) Executive Director, Jack Scatizzi, discusses the latest from MTC - including its implementation plan, success stories, challenges faced, and more.

Episode 24 - Catching-up with Federal Initiatives Sep 08, 2023

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Almost a year ago, we spoke with the Federal Initiatives (FI) team about the new ARPA programs. We catch-up with the new FI Director Kim Froemsdorf, and the Director of New Programs, Bradley Clark. Within a year, the FI Team launched nine new grant programs, conducted an extensive ARPA tour, and are currently working on additional grant programs. All this and more, in this episode.

Episode 23 - International Trade & Investment Office Aug 18, 2023

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On this episode we speak with Division Director of Regional Engagement, Lori Becklenberg and International Trade and Investment Office (ITI) Managing Director, Natascha Lord. They speak about overseas ITI trade shows, trade missions, and how the work of the ITI office helps bring Missouri businesses and products to a global market.

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