Economic Development

The Mid-America Regional Council works with partners to enhance the performance of the regional economy with an emphasis on inclusive prosperity. The work focuses on strengthening the region’s workforce development system and helping adults achieve postsecondary educational attainment.

The region’s economic development goals include:

• Increased capacity for innovation and entrepreneurship. 
• Growing traded sectors, attracting new businesses and helping existing businesses.
• Creating an effective workforce.
• Investing in infrastructure.