• Educational and Networking Opportunities -- MEDC holds its Spring Conference/Annual Meeting in May; Fall Conference in October and Winter Conference in February. Marketing, legislative and other committee meetings occur throughout the year.
      
  • Recognition -- MEDC presents Marketing Awards at the Fall Conference as a means to recognize outstanding marketing and promotion efforts by MEDC members. Other awards such as the President's Award, Professional Economic Developer of the Year Award and Volunteer of the Year Award are presented at the Spring Conference and recognize the substantial contributions made in the field of economic development.
      
  • Communication -- Periodic electronic newsletters, general mailings, and an internet presence keep members informed of the organization's resources, activities and actions. In addition, a membership directory is published annually which identifies your interest and participation in industrial and economic development in Missouri.
      
  • Networking -- Strategic alliances are formed with other statewide development organizations for the purpose of leverage of resources, increasing membership and expanding MEDC's area of influence.
      
  • Mentoring -- A veteran group of economic developers known as the MEDC Counselors is available for mentorship on issues facing economic developers.
      
  • Marketing Opportunities -- Participate in tradeshow opportunities, impact trips and other opportunities to promote and market Missouri as a business location.

Missouri Economic Development Council
 204 East High Street
Jefferson City, MO  65101
Phone:  (573) 636-7383
Fax:  (573) 636-5783
Email:  pat-amick@socket.net