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.

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Advisory Committee

Stories from Missouri

Roundtables with with Michael Metzler, Executive Director of Private Sector Engagement at USAID

Missouri
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What They’re Saying in the Heartland: Women’s History Month

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What They’re Saying in the Heartland: COP27 and America’s Global Climate Leadership

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News & Press Related to Missouri

May 19, 2025

USGLC Statement on the Passing of Former U.S. Senator and Governor Christopher S. “Kit” Bond

Missouri

February 18, 2021

Virtual Roundtable Recap: Global Partnerships, Local Impact in Jefferson City, MO

Missouri

January 22, 2021

USGLC Launches Next Gen Global Leaders Network and Welcomes Nearly 100 Young Professionals to the 2021 Inaugural Class

Missouri

August 07, 2017

Foreign Aid Makes for a Stronger Missouri

Missouri

Past Events

When America Leads, Nebraska Wins

October 29, 2026 11:30 am CDT

Featured Speaker

Thomas R. Hardy

U.S. Trade and Development Agency

Featured Speaker

Richard Parker

U.S. Global Leadership Coalition

When America Leads, The Twin Cities Win

October 28, 2026 11:30 am CDT

Featured Speaker

Thomas R. Hardy

U.S. Trade and Development Agency

When America Leads, Greater Kansas City Wins

October 27, 2026 11:30 am CDT

Featured Speaker

Thomas R. Hardy

U.S. Trade and Development Agency

Featured Speaker

Jim Richardson

U.S. Global Leadership Coalition

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

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Sara Eide

Outreach Director, Central Region