Best in Midwest and Talent for Tomorrow Events
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Best in Midwest & Talent for Tomorrow Outcomes:


  • New Department of Economic Development and Divisions built to better serve Missouri's citizens
    • Missouri One Start
    • Business and Community Solutions
    • Strategy and Performance
    • Regional Engagement
  • Deal Closing fund
  • Border War Ended
  • More proactive response to COVID-19 and better economic preparedness
  • New Department name and Vision reflect the full scope of the restructuring.​
    • New name: Missouri Department of Higher Education & Workforce Development
    • New vision: Every Missourian empowered with the skills and education needed for success.
  • Funded MoExcels Projects
  • Launched Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant to address workforce needs by encouraging adults to pursue a certificate, degree, or industry-recognized credential.
  • Apprenticeship Missouri ​
    • Established the Office of Apprenticeship and Work-Based Learning
    • Launched Apprentice Connect Portal
  • Published Missouri Economic and Workforce Report
  • Five to Thrive - five pathways to postsecondary training and education programs
    • ​Apprenticeships and Work-Based Learning
    • Certificates
    • Associate Degrees
    • Bachelor's Degrees
    • Graduate Degrees
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