Christopher Kempke

Chris joined SMCOG in 2021 as the Recovery Coordinator. His primary duties include leading regional economic development planning, COVID economic recovery planning, and working with SMCOG’s revolving loan fund.

He holds a master’s degree in Cultural Anthropology from Missouri State University. Before joining SMCOG, Chris worked as a Community/Economic Development Specialist for University of Missouri Extension. His specialties include community economic development, local government, and nonprofit organizational planning.