Register for the webinar series

Join us for the 2025 CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series, a webinar series dedicated to showcasing the power of collaboration in rural Missouri communities. In 2025, we spotlight successful stories of collaboration that are driving innovation, strengthening connections, and creating lasting impact in our small towns and rural regions.  

Attendees will hear real stories with real impact directly from community leaders, organizations, and individuals who have successfully worked together to overcome challenges and seize opportunities. At the end of each webinar, we leave time for Q&A sessions with speakers and peers to exchange ideas and build networks.  

Whether you're an economic development or nonprofit professional, local official, business owner, or simply passionate about rural development, the CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series is your go-to for inspiration, learning, and connection.

Series info

March 7 - Maryville & NWMSU: Bridging Community and Campus for Impact

Join us for an exclusive webinar exploring how the City of Maryville and Northwest Missouri State University successfully revitalized the 4th Street corridor—enhancing safety, accessibility, and economic growth—while sharing valuable lessons learned from this transformative town-gown collaboration. Plus, hear how similar partnerships continue to shape downtown Maryville through initiatives like the Downtown Pedestrian Alleyway and Downtown Pavilion.

Webinar presenters include Greg McDanel, City Manager, City of Maryville; Matt Baker, Vice President of Student Affairs- Northwest Missouri State University; and DeAnn Davison, Tourism Director-City of Maryville & Executive Director-Downtown Maryville.

April 4 - City of Neosho

May 2 - City of Hannibal and the CEO Program