Sikeston Job Expo set for March 1

Standard Democrat

SIKESTON, Mo. -- For the past seven years the Business and Technology Job Expo has brought together high school students and people interested in learning more about the jobs in the area and businesses wanting to let the community know they are here.

It's a win-win situation, said Missy Marshall, executive director of the Sikeston Area Chamber of Commerce.

"The Expo allows area businesses to display their wares and recruit new employees," she said. "We also have area schools attend trying to recruit new students.

She said, "The fact that the schools send their students every year and that the public comes out to see what's new is what has made it so successful."

2,000 visitors

Sponsored by the chamber and Sikeston School District, the event is set for 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. March 1 at the Sikeston High School Field House.

"We want any business which has not been contacted by us that wants to participate to please call us," said Marshall.

Registration deadline is Feb. 22.

Last year the event brought in 37 exhibitors and about 2,000 visitors.

"Many businesses such as Firstar Bank and Noranda Aluminum will have demonstrations of services and we want our area businesses to demonstrate their products and services," said Marshall.