Karen Vangyia, managing partner of KPMG, talks about the talent in the St. Louis, Missouri region, and the growth taking place for KPMG in Missouri.
Missouri talent is top-tier and highly skilled in key growth areas, including financial and professional services. And Missouri’s competitive cost of living and vibrant culture enables employers to provide employees with a high quality of life at a lower cost.
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