Rob Gilligan
Host, Let's Talk BusinessRob is the President and CEO of the Cape Chamber.
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Summer sales season is upon us, and there's never been a better time to discover the incredible value and unique experiences our local retailers offer. -
June 30 marks the end of the academic year for Southeast Missouri State University and the conclusion of Dr. Carlos Vargas’s 10 years of leadership as the eighteenth president of SEMO. -
Summer is officially here and this past weekend we really started to feel the mercury climbing as we broke into 90-degree plus temperatures. As we shift to hotter weather, safety needs to be top of mind. -
Sports stadiums aren’t just venues—they’re economic catalysts that stimulate tourism, create jobs, and amplify civic pride. -
Missouri businesses looking to break into international markets have powerful allies in the Missouri Department of Economic Development. Two standout programs are opening doors for companies ready to take their products global. -
A big opportunity for Southeast Missouri’s economy as the SEMO Industrial Park in Scott City has been named a Missouri Certified Site. -
Damage from storms have left many businesses and residents needing immediate help, which can make them vulnerable to fraud. -
If you've been dreaming of launching your own business in Southeast Missouri, now is an exciting time to take the leap. -
As we head into summer 2025, U.S. consumer confidence is showing mixed signals. -
Missouri’s Proposition A, approved by voters in late 2024 and upheld by the state Supreme Court in April 2025, is now in effect as of May 1.
