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The Department of Economic Development (DED) announced today that Tyler Trusk will serve as its new Deputy Director for the Division of Business Opportunities, which facilitates regional economic growth by addressing economic development challenges with a combination of subject matter expertise, program administration, and innovative problem-solving.
Sentio BioSciences, a vertically integrated pharmaceutical manufacturer for new and generic drugs, announced today that it will expand in Maryland Heights, investing more than $10.6 million and creating 58 new jobs. The company’s expansion will increase its capacity for the domestic manufacturing of generic medicines, including key starting materials, Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), and
The Department of Economic Development (DED) announced today that it will award more than $5.9 million in 50% tax credits to 37 organizations throughout Missouri through the Youth Opportunities Program’s (YOP) 2025 cycle.
The Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) announced today that SEMO Industrial Park, located in Scott City, is now a Missouri Certified Site. As a Missouri Certified Site, the 380-acre SEMO Industrial Park indicates it is shovel-ready for companies looking to establish business in southeast Missouri.

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