Our Team

Missouri Partnership’s staff provides a level of excellence that can’t be beat.

Whether you are a business leader or a site consultant, we are here to help you streamline the process. In Missouri, we truly understand what companies need when considering an expansion or entering new markets.

Subash Alias

CEO

Working primarily out of the St. Louis office, Subash is the CEO and focuses on bringing jobs and investment to Missouri. You can connect with Subash at 314.308.1990 or via the contact form, or LinkedIn or Twitter below.

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Cathleen Flournoy

Vice President, Business Recruitment

Cathleen serves as Vice President, Business Recruitment, and leads successful business attraction projects across the state of Missouri.

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Kim Gerlt

Director, Business Recruitment & Capacity Building

Kim serves as the Director, Business Recruitment & Capacity Building. You can connect with Kim via the contact form.

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Zach Hampton

Business Recruitment Associate

Zach Hampton started at Missouri Partnership in 2022. Today, he serves as the Business Recruitment Associate. 

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Janelle Higgins

Vice President, Marketing & Communications

Janelle is responsible for media outreach, video and visual strategy, and general promotion of Missouri. You can connect with Janelle at 314.932.3977, or via the contact form or LinkedIn below.

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Leah Hill

Director of Research

Leah leads the Partnership's research efforts in support of both the recruitment and marketing teams in addition to supporting the organization's website and social media presence. You can connect with Leah at 314.932.3981, or via the contact form or LinkedIn below.

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Amy Monahan

Creative Manager

Amy is a graphic designer and produces marketing materials for the Missouri Partnership. You can connect with Amy at 314.932.3971, or via the contact form or LinkedIn below.

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Ebby Neuner

Operations & Administration

Ebby began employment at Missouri Partnership in 2022. Her Operations & Administration role involves accounting (bookkeeping and financial reporting), human resources, office management, etc. Ebby is also versed to assist the Project Management team with business attraction projects.

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Erin Pettit

Events Manager

Erin coordinates all events including: trade shows, consultant outreach missions, hospitality events, VIP dinners as well as any external conferences the Partnership attends. You can connect with Erin at 314.727.1094, or via the contact form or LinkedIn below.

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Deborah Price

Senior Vice President, Business Recruitment & General Counsel

Focusing on domestic and international markets across the globe, Deborah is generating, cultivating and closing opportunities with companies across multiple industry sectors. As General Counsel, Deborah serves as the Partnership's senior attorney. She is based in the St. Louis office. You can connect with Deborah at 314.932.3974 or via the contact form or LinkedIn below.

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Dennis Pruitt, CEcD

Vice President, Business Development

Dennis primarily focuses on building relationships and connections with corporate decision makers around the globe. You can connect with Dennis at 314.932.3972 or via the contact form or LinkedIn below.

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McKenzie Stroot

Digital Content Strategist

McKenzie is responsible for planning and developing digital stories that showcase Missouri as a premier business destination. You can connect with McKenzie via the contact form.

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Cara Weber

Vice President, Business Recruitment

Cara leads successful business attraction projects across the state of Missouri. She is the day-to-day contact for companies, site location consultants, state and local economic development partners, and other various influencers involved in the site selection process. You can contact her via the contact form, or LinkedIn below.

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