Workforce Development Summit, April 15 – 16 During national Second Chance Month, the Missouri Department of Corrections, in partnership with the Office of Administration, hosts a two-day Reentry Employment Summit focused on hiring opportunities for formerly incarcerated Missourians. Day 1 – April 15, 2026 For State Government Agencies Missouri Reentry Statistics – Presented by the Council of State Governments Lived Experience Panel – Featuring individuals and employers Trauma

February was a month of momentum for MAEDC, filled with statewide policy discussions, national retail attraction efforts, and manufacturing leadership engagement. From Jefferson City to San Antonio to Branson, we strengthened partnerships, advanced strategic priorities, and continued positioning the Moberly area for growth and opportunity.

RAISE Randolph County takes a data-driven approach to workforce development by identifying existing skills and aligning them with local employer needs. As skilled workers retire and labor shortages grow, the initiative focuses on building talent pipelines through registered apprenticeships and work-based learning - connecting students and adults to in-demand careers and supporting long-term economic growth.