Missouri
With a strong and growing coalition in Missouri, the USGLC works to educate and engage policymakers and community leaders on why investments in development and diplomacy help keep America safe and strengthen Missouri’s economy.
The USGLC’s Missouri Advisory Committee brings together more than 60 business, faith, non-profit, and political leaders who understand how American global leadership matters for Missouri. We’re also proud of Missouri’s Veterans for Smart Power – part of a nationwide network of 30,000 veterans.
Top Facts
Missouri exports about
$31 billion in goods and services
to overseas markets annually.
In Missouri,
760,000 jobs (20.0%)
are supported by trade.
In 2024–2025,
36,341 international students
in Missouri contributed
$1 billion
to the state economy.
Advisory Committee
Stories from Missouri
News & Press Related to Missouri
May 19, 2025
USGLC Statement on the Passing of Former U.S. Senator and Governor Christopher S. “Kit” Bond
MissouriFebruary 18, 2021
Virtual Roundtable Recap: Global Partnerships, Local Impact in Jefferson City, MO
MissouriJanuary 22, 2021
USGLC Launches Next Gen Global Leaders Network and Welcomes Nearly 100 Young Professionals to the 2021 Inaugural Class
MissouriPast Events
When America Leads, Minnesota Wins
August 26, 2026 11:00 am CDT
Featured Speaker
Congressman Brad Finstad
Featured Speaker
Lieutenant General Maria R. Gervais
Featured Speaker
Matt O'Mara
ADM
2026 Heartland Summit | When America Leads, the Heartland Wins
August 25, 2026 1:00 pm EDT
Featured Speaker
Senator Todd Young
Featured Speaker
Admiral William J. Fallon
Commander, U.S. Central Command (’07-’08)
Featured Speaker
Daryn Kracht
Cargill
Featured Speaker
Major General Lawrence “Larry” Muennich
Indiana National Guard
Featured Speaker
Ambassador Kip E. Tom
Featured Speaker
Susan Brocksmith
Indiana Corn Marketing Council
