Tri-State Development at Culver-Stockton College (C-SC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Sean Freeman as its new Director. Freeman brings a wealth of experience in entrepreneurship, higher education, and community engagement, and will lead the regional economic development efforts of the program.
Most recently, Freeman served as the Entrepreneurial Specialist for the Small Business Development Center at the Hannibal Regional Economic Development Council. In this role, he provided vital resources to underserved entrepreneurial communities across a seven-county region. His work was guided by strong personal relationships and community-informed program development that elevated local startup ecosystems.
“Sean has a strong understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing our region, and we are excited to welcome him to this role,” said Leslie Sieck, Vice President for Strategic Initiatives at C-SC and former Executive Director of Tri-State Development. “His experience, relationships, and community-first mindset will be invaluable as we continue to expand the reach and impact of Tri-State Development.”
In addition to his economic development expertise, Freeman brings a background in higher education, having previously served as Director of Admissions at Hannibal-LaGrange University. His combined experience uniquely positions him to continue and grow the impact of Tri-State Development through training, tools, and resources that support long-term regional economic growth.
Freeman will work closely with Sieck, who recently stepped into a new leadership role at C-SC to support the continued growth of strategic programs and initiatives that serve the broader tri-state region. Tri-State Development is an initiative of Culver-Stockton College focused on supporting economic and community growth across a 42-county region in northeast Missouri, west-central Illinois, and southeast Iowa.
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Culver-Stockton College, situated on 140 acres in Canton, Missouri, atop The Hill overlooking the Mississippi River, was founded in 1853 by members of the Disciples of Christ Church. Today, more than 1,000 students from around the world shape their futures in academic excellence with opportunities in 80 majors and minors, five graduate programs, 21 NAIA inter-collegiate athletics, 35 diverse student organizations, and many campus-life events.
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