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Angela Francis, Interior Designer, earns National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ)

Angela Francis, Interior Designer, earns National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) Angela Francis, Owner of Angela Francis Interiors in Cape Girardeau, has earned the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ). To receive NCIDQ credentials, a candidate must pass 3 exams which focus on public health, safety and welfare and assesses competency of such…

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Strickland Engineering Adds New Employee and Engineering Service

Strickland Engineering Adds New Employee and Engineering Service Strickland Engineering has excelled for more than 40 years, at helping clients overcome a variety of mechanical, electrical, civic and industrial engineering challenges, as well as provided surveying services. Strickland Engineering has now added a Structural Engineering department to their lineup of offerings. “We are proud to…

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What Makes the Cape/Jackson Metro a Hub?

What Makes the Cape/Jackson Metro a Hub? We often refer to the Cape/Jackson MSA as a regional hub. Why do we say that? Let’s take a closer look. We are the largest metro between St. Louis and Memphis north and south, and between Clarksville or Evansville and Springfield east and west. Our daytime population often…

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Get to Know Your Local SBDC

Get to Know Your Local SBDC In case you missed it, First Friday Coffee was back in-person at Century Casino last week with Jakob Pallesen presenting about the Small Business Development Center at Southeast Missouri State University. Here’s a quick run-down of what we learned: What is the SBDC? The Small Business Development Center’s mission…

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Advocating for a Positive Business Climate

Advocating for a Positive Business Climate Business success and growth in any region is dependent upon many things. Certainly, as we emerge from this pandemic, one critical factor is a positive business climate. Strong advocacy efforts go a long way in creating a positive business climate. It is important for advocacy groups and individuals to…

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4 Hacks to Make You More Productive

Are you in a race against the clock? Whether your plate is overflowing or your coworker’s conversation is drawing your attention, the Cape Chamber staff is here with productivity hacks to stay focused on the job.

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