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The Department of Economic Development (DED) announced today that Shari Schenewerk, North Regional Manager for the Regional Engagement Division, and Harry Bozoian, Planning Specialist for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, have earned the Missouri Certified Economic Developer (MoCED) credential from the Missouri Economic Development Council. Schenewerk and Bozoian were
The Department of Economic Development announced today that it will award more than $7.2 million in 50% and 70% tax credits through the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) to 35 organizations for community development projects statewide.
The Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) announced today that Shawna Searcy will serve as its new Deputy Director for the Regional Engagement Division, which promotes regional economic growth through tailored solutions for business and community development projects.
West Liberty Foods, a leading protein processor, announced today it will open a food processing center in Kansas City, attached to supporting cold storage facility to be developed by Vertical Cold Storage. The companies are expected to invest a combined $199.6 million and create 583 jobs.

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