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Episode 12 - Neighborhood Assistance & Youth Opportunities Programs Jan 27, 2023

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On this episode, we speak with Daniel Epler, Community Finance Supervisor. Daniel leads the team that administers the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) and Youth Opportunities Program (YOP). Daniel discusses the purpose of these programs and highlights their importance to local communities.

Episode 11 - Economic Research Jan 13, 2023

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This episode features Jeff Pinkerton, Director of Economic Research. As DED's economics expert, Jeff sheds light on how data is gathered, how it's used, and what it can tell us about the economy - now and in the future.

Episode 10 - Strategy and Performance Division Dec 30, 2022

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This episode of Inside EcoDevo features Paul Eisenstein, Director of the Strategy & Performance Division. Paul provides an overview of S&P and explains how it assists Team DED through a variety of functions, including strategic planning, data analysis, subject matter expertise, and much more.

Episode 9 - Connecting All Missourians Initiative Dec 16, 2022

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On this episode we sit down with Stephanie Meyer, Project Manager with the Office of Broadband Development, to discuss the Connecting All Missourians initiative. This initiative will inform the state’s plans for spending more than $100 million toward broadband deployment to help bring internet to all Missourians.

Episode 8 - Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) Dec 02, 2022

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On this episode we sit down with Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Manager, Brandon Jenson. He tells us how CDBG programs are designed to support a community's wellbeing and greater capacity for growth. These grants are available in a variety of categories and can be utilized for a variety of community development initiatives.

Episode 7 - Regional Engagement Division Nov 18, 2022

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In this episode, we sit down with the Director of the Regional Engagement Division, Lori Becklenberg. We discuss how the division promotes economic growth, delivers solutions for businesses and communities, and serves as the first point of contact for DED’s partners and customers

Episode 6 - Small Business Grant Program Nov 04, 2022

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On this episode, we sit down with Taylor Mazdra, Senior Project Manager with Federal Initiatives, to discuss the upcoming Small Business Grant Program. This $10 million program is funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and is intended to help Missouri small businesses recover from the financial struggles of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Episode 5 - Missouri One Start Oct 21, 2022

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On this episode we sit down with Kristie Davis, Division Director for Missouri One Start. She gives us insight about how this comprehensive workforce program ensures eligible Missouri businesses have the right workforce, with the right skillset, at the right time.

Episode 4 - Broadband Development in Missouri Oct 07, 2022

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On this episode we sit down with BJ Tanksley, Director of the Missouri Office of Broadband Development, to discuss the numerous broadband initiatives that are #ConnectingAllMissourians

Episode 3 - Federal Initiatives & All Things ARPA Sep 23, 2022

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On this episode Shad Burner, Director of Federal Initiatives for the Missouri Department of Economic Development, gives us insight on the work happening within his department, as well as all things ARPA.

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