DED takes applications for exporter award

The award is presented annually to a Missouri firm that has demonstrated outstanding export performance. This year’s honoree will be recognized at the Governor’s Conference on Economic Development, Sept. 25–27 in St. Louis.

Applications are reviewed by a selection committee of business leaders involved in providing assistance to exporters.

Past winners include Central States Industrial, Paul Mueller Co., Flex-O-Lators Inc. and Hagale Industries Inc.

Submissions are due May 11. To request an application, call (573) 751-6728 or e-mail zatuilla.nara@ded.mo.gov.