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Regional conference in Springfield on Sept 23 explores inclusive and second-chance hiring to reduce turnover, lower hiring costs and boost retention.

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Strengthening Missouri manufacturing

ST. PETERS, Mo. – Manufacturing is a key segment of Missouri’s economy, representing 12%, or nearly $40 billion, of Missouri’s gross state product.  But Missouri manufacturers struggled during the pandemic and continue to face pressing challenges, such as worker shortages, inflation and supply chain disruptions, said U.S. Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer at a Feb. 25 gathering of St. Charles-area manufacturers.