Jul 8, 2026
The VSI Community Awards provided a wonderful opportunity to recognize the outstanding individuals, local businesses, and community organizations that went above and beyond to support Vocational Services, Inc. throughout 2025. This year’s celebration was...
Jun 24, 2026
For MASWM members looking for inspiration on what mission-driven work can look like in practice, this feature on DOCO Inc. Sheltered Workshop in Ava, Missouri, is well worth the read. Led by Executive Director Dawn Cox, DOCO has spent nearly 50 years building far more...
May 21, 2026
Tom, with 47 years of Extended Employment Sheltered Workshop service, has pulled the retirement trigger… on “retirement.” Tom was a laid-off city worker who took a job as a truck and van driver at Opportunity (OWI) in Stanberry. He quickly advanced up the ranks and...
Nov 13, 2025
After 22 years of dedicated leadership, Rob Libera will retire as Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director of Lafayette Industries at the end of 2025. Rob will be succeed by Stacey Elster, current Chief Program Officer at Lafayette. Rob has played a...
Oct 28, 2025
U.S. Congresswoman Ann Wagner of Missouri’s 2nd District recently visited Heartland Industries in St. Louis for a tour and discussion regarding the critical role extended employment sheltered workshops have in providing employment choice for individuals with...
Jul 15, 2025
Boone Center, Inc. (BCI) in Troy held a ribbon-cutting ceremony July 15 to celebrate the expansion of its Lincoln County facility. Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe joined the celebration, offering remarks in support of Missouri’s Extended Employment Sheltered Workshops...
