Moberly Area Economic Development Corporation

06/10/2026

A new funding opportunity is available to help manufacturers develop skilled workers through Registered Apprenticeship Programs. Eligible employers may receive $3,500 per apprentice while creating long-term workforce development pathways.

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A new funding opportunity is available to help manufacturers develop skilled workers through Registered Apprenticeship Programs. Eligible employers may receive $3,500 per apprentice while creating long-term workforce development pathways.

06/09/2026

Shoutout to Natalie Perez for putting in the work this summer!

She’s been working at Moberly Motors through our Youth Apprenticeship Program, learning alongside Nick Miller and getting great hands-on experience in the shop.

06/08/2026

📢 You're Invited to the Missouri Northeast Annual Meeting!

Join economic development professionals, community leaders, business representatives, and regional partners from across Northeast Missouri for the 2026 Missouri Northeast (MONE) Annual Meeting.

📅 Friday, July 24, 2026
🕥 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
📍 The Lodge at Rothwell Park
109 Rothwell Park Road, Moberly, MO 65270

This year's meeting will feature:
✅ Missouri Department of Economic Development updates
✅ Missouri Economic Development Council updates
✅ University of Missouri Community & Business Development discussions
✅ Missouri Partnership updates
✅ Missouri Technology Corporation updates
✅ Legislative updates
✅ Election of Officers and organizational business

Enjoy lunch while connecting with colleagues and partners who are helping shape the future of Northeast Missouri.

📌 RSVP by July 10, 2026
📧 [email protected] or https://forms.gle/HkXpfqhc6jv2eHwaA
📞 660-665-2003

We look forward to bringing together leaders from across the region to share ideas, celebrate successes, and continue strengthening Northeast Missouri.

06/06/2026

06/03/2026

Today, we celebrated a major milestone for Moberly and Randolph County with the official ribbon cutting of the new infrastructure improvements at the Moberly Area Industrial Park.

This $3.14 million investment was made possible through strong partnerships between federal, state, local, and private stakeholders who share a vision for economic growth and opportunity in our community.

The project enhances transportation access, strengthens site readiness, supports existing employers, and positions Moberly to attract future business investment and job creation.

Thank you to the U.S. Economic Development Administration, Missouri Department of Transportation, Missouri Department of Economic Development, City of Moberly, Missouri, Randolph County, Mark Twain Regional Council of Governments, Moberly Holding Company, Bartlett & West, Emery Sapp & Sons,Tom Sanders and the City of Moberly Public Works Department, and the many partners who helped bring this project to fruition.

When communities invest in infrastructure, they invest in their future.

Read more about today's celebration and the impact of this project here: https://www.moberly-edc.com/post/moberly-celebrates-completion-of-3-14-million-industrial-park-infrastructure-project

Completion of the $3.14 million Moberly Area Industrial Park infrastructure project strengthens site readiness, supports jobs, and drives growth.

05/30/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨

The Moberly Area Economic Development Corporation is seeking its next President to lead economic development efforts across Moberly and Randolph County.

This position will work closely with businesses, developers, local governments, community partners, and stakeholders to support business growth, investment, workforce development, and long-term economic success in our region.

If you are passionate about community development, business attraction and retention, strategic planning, and making a lasting impact, we encourage you to apply.

📍 Moberly, Missouri
📧 Submit resume and cover letter to: [email protected]

Learn more and view the full job description here: https://jobs.moberly-edc.com/companies/moberly-area-economic-development-corporation-2/jobs/79569873-president

Please help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity with your networks!

Search job openings across the Moberly Area Economic Development Corporation network.

05/22/2026

Our office will be closed in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 25, 2026.

05/21/2026

Moberly Area Economic Development Corporation Announces Departure of President/CEO Kaylee Paffrath

Moberly, MO – The Moberly Area Economic Development Corporation (MAEDC) announces the resignation of President/CEO Kaylee Paffrath, effective June 22, 2026.

Paffrath joined MAEDC in February 2023 as Director of Business Development before being named President/CEO in February 2024. Throughout her tenure, she has led the organization through a period of strategic growth, regional collaboration, infrastructure advancement, and expanded business development efforts throughout Moberly, Randolph County, and Howard County.

During her time with MAEDC, Paffrath played a key role in advancing critical economic development initiatives, including industrial park expansion, business retention and attraction, workforce development partnerships, grant opportunities, and strengthened regional and statewide collaboration.

“Moberly and the surrounding region have benefited greatly from Kaylee’s leadership, vision, and commitment to economic growth,” said Ray Stewart, Chairman of the MAEDC Board of Directors. “Her contributions to regional collaboration, business development, and community advancement have positioned MAEDC and our partner communities for continued success. On behalf of the Board of Directors, we thank Kaylee for her dedication and wish her the very best in her future endeavors.”

Paffrath stated, “Serving MAEDC and the Moberly region has been an incredible honor. Beginning my journey here as Director of Business Development and later serving as President/CEO has been one of the most rewarding chapters of my professional career. I am deeply grateful for the trust, support, and collaboration of our Board, investors, partners, and community stakeholders.”

The MAEDC Board of Directors will announce transition plans and interim leadership arrangements in the coming weeks to ensure continuity of operations and ongoing project support. MAEDC remains committed to its mission of promoting investment, supporting business expansion, fostering entrepreneurship, and advancing community development throughout the region.

About MAEDC: The Moberly Area Economic Development Corporation works to promote economic growth within Randolph County through business attraction, business retention and expansion, community development, workforce partnerships, and entrepreneurial support.

MAEDC has announced the resignation of President/CEO Kaylee Paffrath, effective June 22, 2026. Since joining MAEDC in 2023 and becoming President/CEO in 2024, Paffrath has helped advance business development, regional partnerships, workforce initiatives, and economic growth efforts throughout the Mo...