I am the Director of Dunklin County, Missouri's Economic Development Office. Our office's goal is to service existing employers and recruit prospective businesses to Dunklin County. We encourage social, economic and environmental improvements by working jointly with local governments, businesses, residents, and organizations to identify needs and solutions. We connect these entities with projects and programs while implementing strategies for positive change.Prior to my time in Economic Development, I worked in retail management. My retail skills include customer service, budgeting, human resources, logistics, inventory management, and merchandising.