Missouri Tech Agency Names New Leader After Funding Cuts and Leadership Shake-Up
The Missouri Technology Corporation (MTC) has appointed Julia Campbell as its interim executive director. The change follows a period of major funding cuts and leadership restructuring within the organization. In August 2024, former executive director Jack Scatizzi announced his resignation. He will now take on an advisory role inside MTC. His departure comes after Missouri legislators eliminated all of MTC's finance in May 2025—a sharp contrast to 2022, when then-Gov. Mike Parson had increased its budget to a record £31 million. Julia Campbell brings over ten years of experience in supporting startups, managing venture investments, and driving innovation in Missouri. Before this role, she served as the IDEA Fund manager and deputy director at MTC. The board has expressed confidence in her ability to lead during this transitional phase. Despite the funding loss, MTC remains committed to its mission. The organization still holds a £95 million federal grant aimed at boosting small businesses and startups across the state. Campbell’s immediate task will be to keep grant programs and investment activities running without interruption. Governor Mike Kehoe, who took office in January 2025, previously served on the Missouri Highway & Transportation Commission for four and a half years. His administration now oversees MTC's restructuring as the agency adapts to its new financial reality. MTC's future depends on navigating its funding challenges while maintaining its focus on economic growth. Campbell’s leadership will be key in ensuring that existing programs continue to support Missouri’s innovation sector. The organization’s next steps will determine how it moves forward without state financial backing.
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