The PCEDC employs a full-time three-person staff to manage the enormous day-to-day tasks of effectively and efficiently running our organization. The team members bring a wealth of excellent economic development and marketing experience to their work. All share a deep affection for the county and a strong desire to help it succeed and grow.
Morgan Bell, Real Estate & Business Development Coordinator, 2010
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate marketing tours
- Maintain communication with local real estate brokers
- Assist in site location projects and community representations
- Manage organizational activities associated with workforce development and entrepreneur/small business development services
- Coordinate community awareness programs
- Assist with all business outreach efforts in the community
Professional Background:
- Served as marketing intern with the Kansas City Area Development Council
- Communications intern with Bombardier Aerospace Learjet
Education & Training:
- BS in Journalism with an emphasis in Strategic Communication – University of Kansas
Diane Jones, Research & Communications Coordinator, 2005 – Present
Responsibilities:
- Manage the development and distribution of all publications, communications and Web page
- Research demographic and statistical data and coordinate assembly and distribution to the public
- Assist the Executive Director in development of investor acquisition strategies and investor renewals
- Manage all investor events, communications, recognition programs and database information
- Coordinate office administration and organizational meetings
Professional Background:
- Member of the National Association of Professional Women
- Experience in insurance, medical and church offices
- Experience in marketing life insurance, debt consolidation, mutual funds and variable annuities
Education & Training:
- Earned and maintains Life Insurance, Variable Annuity and Series 6 Securities Licenses in both Missouri and Kansas
- Currently working toward an AAS degree in Graphic Design at Metropolitan Community College
