Tri-State Development Group Prepares Missouri Northeast for Future Investment
- February 20, 2025
Housed at Culver-Stockton College in Missouri, Tri-State Development fosters economic growth and resilience in rural communities across Missouri, Iowa, and Illinois by promoting regional collaboration, leveraging shared resources, and amplifying their collective voice to attract investment and government support.
Through ongoing partnerships, targeted task forces, and a commitment to education, Tri-State Development is helping to secure a prosperous future for the region. According to The Daily Yonder, “Tri-State Development, in partnership with staff and students at Culver-Stockton College, is undergoing a stakeholder survey and a labor dynamics study to help identify workforce needs and growth areas in the region. And Culver-Stockton College’s academic focus on STEM and computer technology is part of an effort to attract more tech investment to the area.”
The region supported by Tri-State Development boasts a diverse economy with strong manufacturing and food processing industries. Major companies such as General Mills, DuPont, Roquet, and Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) have facilities in the area. Additionally, the Mississippi River and highway corridors provide critical transportation networks that support regional commerce.
Tri-State Development exemplifies how rural communities can thrive through collaboration. By leveraging shared resources, fostering workforce development, and amplifying their collective voice, these 42 counties are demonstrating that rural America has the potential for significant economic resilience and growth.
To learn more about Tri-State Development’s efforts to unite 42 counties across three states, read the article Economic Development Program Connects Counties Across State Lines and Varied Geographies.