Smart Workforce Solutions
Economic Development
The process of economic development is different based on the localized needs of each our region’s communities. Overall, economic development is defined as the process of creating wealth through the mobilization of human, financial, capital, physical and natural resources to generate marketable goods and services. The Career Center is integrated with economic development for the convergence of supply and demand pertaining to human capital in Southwest Missouri. Here’s a listing of Economic Development organizations for Southwest Missouri:
Aurora Economic Development Corporation
417-678-2122
fourdbs@aol.com
Barton County Chamber of Commerce/Community Development Corporation
417-682-3595
chamber@bartoncounty.com
Carthage Chamber of Commerce
417-358-2373
info@carthagechamber.com
Carl Junction Economic Development
417-649-8849
cjecondev@joplin.com
Empire District Electric Company
800-874-0383
mwallace@empiredistrict.com
Joplin Chamber of Commerce/Business and Development Corporation
417-624-4150
robrian@joplincc.com
McDonald County Community Development Corporation
417-223-7739
mccdc@olemac.net
Mt. Vernon Economic Development Corporation
417-466-2122
edc@mtvernon-cityhall.org
Neosho Chamber of Commerce
417-451-2945
gib@neoshocc.com
Ozarks Regional Economic Partnership
417-862-5567
Southwest Missouri Development Alliance
417-624-4150
kwelch@swmissouri.com
City of Webb City Economic Development
417-673-4651
Workforce Investment Board of Southwest Missouri/Business Retention & Expansion Initiative
417-629-3000
gary@workforcezone.net
ceo@workforcezone.net
How does the Career Center link with Economic Development?
A key ingredient for Economic Development is a qualified and available workforce. The Career Center is a vital part of integrating the workforce supply with the business demand. The Career Center system engages economic development groups and professionals to gather input on how well the workforce system is working for business. Did we miss your group on this list? Send your information by email to ceo@workforcezone.net.