The Tri-State Development Regional Report

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DECEMBER 2024 | Issue 25

Upcoming Events

DECEMBER

18: 1 Million Cups, 9:00am

Homebank Community Room (downstairs), 3817 McMasters Avenue, Suite D, Hannibal, Missouri 63401

25: MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Culver-Stockton College and Tri-State Development will be closed for the holiday. We will return to the office on January 2nd.

JANUARY

1: HAPPY NEW YEAR

8: 1 Million Cups, 9:00am

Quincy Public Library, 526 Jersey St., Quincy, Illinois 62301

15: 1 Million Cups, 9:00am

Homebank Community Room (downstairs), 3817 McMasters Avenue, Suite D, Hannibal, Missouri 63401

22: 1 Million Cups, 9:00am

Quincy Public Library, 526 Jersey St., Quincy, Illinois 62301

29: 1 Million Cups, 9:00am

Homebank Community Room (downstairs), 3817 McMasters Avenue, Suite D, Hannibal, Missouri 63401

Gratitude and Growth

As we reflect on our journey over the past year, we're deeply grateful for the continued support of our stakeholders and sponsors across the region. Your partnership has been instrumental in our mission to strengthen our communities and drive economic progress.

While we celebrate our achievements, we remain focused on delivering meaningful value to the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing targeted resources and assistance has never been stronger, and we continuously evaluate our programs to ensure they address our region's most pressing needs.

Culver-Stockton College has been awarded a USDA Rural Development grant to advance our Tri-State Development program through a comprehensive study. This initiative will evaluate innovative approaches to address economic gaps in our region while strengthening our community services. Through strategic partnerships with local businesses, industry leaders, elected officials, and community members, we aim to accelerate economic development and create lasting impact across the tri-state area.

Your voice matters in shaping our future direction. Below, you'll find a brief survey that will help inform our priorities. We encourage you to take a few minutes to share your insights and perspectives.

Thank you for your continued partnership in building stronger, more resilient communities in our 42-county region.

NOTE: The task force meetings originally scheduled for January will be rescheduled once we have received and analyzed the survey results. This timing will allow us to make the most of our collaborative sessions. Thank you for your flexibility and continued commitment to this important work.

Tri-State Development Stakeholder Survey

We want to learn from you how we can serve you better. Your feedback will help us fine-tune our approach across all key areas: strengthening regional collaboration, empowering entrepreneurs, driving economic impact, delivering innovative training and education, advancing regional projects, and amplifying our region's collective voice. This survey is your opportunity to shape how we work together and ensure our efforts align for the benefit of the places we work, live, and thrive.

Thank you for taking a few minutes to complete this short 5-question survey.

ACCESS THE SURVEY HERE

Tri-State Development at Culver-Stockton College extends heartfelt Christmas wishes to you and your loved ones. We hope this Christmas brings you joy, laughter, and cherished moments with family and friends.

May the New Year usher in prosperity, health, and happiness. Thank you for being a valued part of our region; we look forward to working with you in the upcoming year.

Happy Holidays!

Please join us in showing gratitude to our sponsors who generously provided support for the 2024 Tri-State Development Summit and for ongoing programming throughout the year.

Please consider becoming a sponsorship partner. Your investments supports not only the Summit but community-focused activities, resources, and tools all year long.

2024 Presenting sponsor:

and supported by:

IMPACT PARTNERS

$1,000

Blessing Health System

Great River Health

Hannibal Regional

Klingner & Associates

Northeast Power

Schmiedeskamp Robertson Neu & Mitchell LLP

COMMUNITY PARTNERS

$500

John Wood Community College

Lewis County Industrial Development Authority

Moberly Area Community College

Porchlight Services

Quincy Medical Group

Two Rivers Regional Council of Public Officials

SUSTAINING PARTNERS

$250

Great River Economic Development Foundation

Michelmann Steel Construction Company

Pike County Chamber & Economic Development Corporation

Pike-Scott Farm Bureau

CATCH UP ON THE NEWSLETTERS THAT YOU MAY HAVE MISSED

Tri-State Development at Culver-Stockton College supports the region by cultivating collaborative relationships, promoting interdisciplinary problem-solving, fostering the expansion of academic-organization-industry initiatives, and developing an environment for collective impact to address the current and emerging economic, and social challenges in the region.

Tri-State Development Culver-Stockton College | culver.edu/tsd

Leslie Sieck, Executive Director lsieck@culver.edu]

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