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Herzog Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Announces Over $6 Million of Economic Impact in Clay County

Smithville, MO (May 12, 2022) – The Herzog Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ announced that it will drive $6.1 million into the Clay County economy over a two-year period. This $6.1 million grand total includes $1.7 million in tourism through Herzog Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ conferences and training events and $4.4 million in job creation.

“Not only does the Herzog Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ benefit Christian schools nationwide, but it also provides a direct economic benefit to the Clay County community,â€� said Herzog Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Chairman Todd Graves. “Clay County is already one of the fastest growing communities in Missouri, and the Herzog Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ will only increase its economic growth.â€� 

At approximately $270 in average daily spend, Herzog Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ event attendees will spend three times more than the average Missouri tourist in 2022. In addition, Herzog Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ employees have two times more economic impact in Missouri than the average state wage earner.

“We have an amazing team of employees at the Herzog Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ, many of which reside in Clay County,â€� said Herzog Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ President Darrell Jones. “We’re excited to continue growing our team here for many years to come.â€�

About the Stanley M. Herzog Charitable Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ 

The Stanley M. Herzog Charitable Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ is a charitable foundation dedicated to catalyzing and accelerating the development of quality Christ-centered K-12 education so that families and culture flourish.  

Learn more at HerzogÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ.com