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Who Is Show Me Christian County?

In 2012, county leaders started talking.

Christian County was experiencing tremendous growth with no end in sight. County leaders decided that an economic development organization (EDO) was necessary to facilitate this unprecedented growth. Founded in 2017, SMCC serves as the dedicated Economic Development Organization (EDO) representing the interests of seven municipalities: Billings, Clever, Fremont Hills, Highlandville, Nixa, Ozark, Sparta, and the Village of Saddlebrooke. SMCC has been on the front lines, working to advance economic development in the county ever since.

As Christian County continues to flourish, SMCC remains committed to fostering sustainable growth and prosperity. Our comprehensive initiatives and strategic partnerships propel businesses forward, attract investment, and create opportunities for residents and entrepreneurs alike.

Our Mission

SMCC is here to advance economic health through an intentional and balanced approach to growth. We are a private-public partnership dedicated to the continued and lasting development of our beautiful, innovative, and expanding county. We truly believe this is the best place to start a business and raise a family.

Our Vision

SMCC wants to see the Ozarks become a destination for high-quality talent and innovative employers. We champion business attraction, retention & expansion, as well as workforce development and entrepreneurship in our community. We are the voice of growth and opportunity in Christian County!

First Tuesday Discussion covering "Regionalism". David Cameron, City Administrator of the City of Republic; Ryan Sivill, partner at Forvis; Jonas Arjes, Executive VP/Chief Economic Development Officer of Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce; and Max Buetow, President & CEO of Cox Health

Kristen and Rachel recently attended the "Redefining Rural" regional workshop in Republic, organized by The National Rural Economic Developers Association (NREDA). This event served as a comprehensive platform for delving into pivotal topics such as Brownfield redevelopment, rural broadband initiatives, workforce housing solutions, and various USDA funding opportunities. By actively engaging in workshops like these, our team remains at the forefront of local and regional economic development efforts, equipped with the latest insights and resources. Furthermore, these events provide invaluable networking opportunities, enabling us to establish connections with like-minded professionals across the Midwest region, fostering collaboration and collective growth.

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Committed To Christian County

At SMCC, we are much more than a resource for businesses; rather, we are a partnership, dedicated to the continued and lasting development of our beautiful, innovative, and expanding county.

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