“I've lived in a lot of places, and there is a difference here in how people conduct themselves. There is a strong work ethic and friendliness that I haven't found elsewhere." - Dr. Susanne Cohen

"ABC Laboratories has a long-standing relationship with the university. We were literally born out of MU. Our founder, Dr. Charles Gehrke, was a highly regarded biochemistry researcher there, and a good percentage of our employees are MU graduates." - Byron Hill

"The work ethic here is really good. People come in and work hard. They’re used to working hard before we hire them." - Jack Prim

"Central location has been key to Bodine’s success. When you’re selling to companies all over the country, you have some advantages with transportation costs. Others in the east and west have trouble, but you can get anywhere from Missouri, pretty much in any direction." - Bob Lloyd

"What I like about Missouri is the people. I like the work ethic that comes with the people. I like the honesty you encounter."- Gregg Scheller

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“We export to Japan, China, France, Spain, Hungary, and Scotland. I have also shipped to South Africa, and I’ll be looking to start some work in New Zealand before too long." - Leroy Cardwell

Learn more about Cardwell Lumber or Other Missouri Companies.

“The “animal health corridor” aims to encourage more businesses to come to Missouri and to help local universities and high schools build up a pool of competent graduates.” - George Heidgerken

Missouri's proximity to the wind corridor, abundant workforce, and low business costs are just a few reasons why it makes sense to locate your facility here.

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"People here have an excellent work ethic. And there’s a sense of extended family in the area. It’s feels like a wholesome, down home country atmosphere with the amenities that you would expect in a metropolitan area." - Randy Moore