April 29, 2019
Hannibal, MO. – Corey Mehaffy, Executive Director of the Northeast Missouri Economic Development Council (NEMO EDC) announced today that NEMO EDC has hired a new administrative assistant. Mehaffy added, “On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff of the NEMO EDC I am excited to welcome Melissa Kempke to our staff. Melissa has extensive experience in public service with a number of accomplishments and I am confident that she will be a great fit for our organization.”
Mrs. Kempke will join the staff of NEMO EDC on April 29, 2019. Prior to joining the NEMO EDC team, Kempke served as both the Deputy Clerk and County Clerk for Pike County Missouri from 2002 through 2012 and from 2012 through 2018 respectively. Prior to the Clerks’ office, Mrs. Kempke served in the office of the Pike County Prosecuting Attorney. In addition, she worked with Mid-County Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine. Kempke also holds an FAA Part 107 Unmanned Aircraft Certification.
“I am thrilled about this opportunity and cannot wait to get started,” said Mr. Kempke. “The NEMO EDC Region continues to grow with significant investment and re-investment projects. There are numerous benefits for business investment in the region and I look forward to assisting existing businesses, local entrepreneurs and working with companies that are looking to make new investment in the area”
NEMO EDC Board President Hal Benedict added, “We are very happy to welcome Melissa to the NEMO EDC team. We believe her skillset and experience are a great fit for our organization and we are excited about the future for NEMO EDC and our partners.”
NEMO EDC Executive Director Corey Mehaffy added, “Melissa has served in a variety of public offices and she brings a wealth of experience that will benefit our organization. I am excited to welcome her to our team and I am confident she will make valuable contributions from day one.”
Mehaffy added, “I would like to thank Kim, Rita and the staff at the Missouri Job Center in Hannibal for their assistance in screening applications and administering pre-assessment testing. Their assistance was invaluable.”
