Missouri State University’s efactory, codefi launch Show-Me network to boost statewide entrepreneurship

SPRINGFIELD, Mo., (KBSI) — Missouri State University’s efactory and codefi have unveiled the Show-Me Network, a statewide initiative aimed at supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses in Missouri.

The network, made possible through funding from the Missouri Technical Assistance grant program and the State Small Business Credit Initiative, will connect local organizations and provide resources, mentorship, and access to capital for entrepreneurs across the state.

Regional connectors, including the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce and Missouri Rural Enterprise & Innovation Center, will deliver tailored programming and share resources to support local businesses.

The Show-Me Network has already partnered with multiple community connectors and training partners, including the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce, Ozarks Small Business Incubator, and Southeast Missouri Regional Economic Development.

“By combining local knowledge with statewide connections, we can equip innovators with the tools they need to launch, grow, and thrive,” said Rachel Munday, executive director of efactory.

The network aims to bridge the gap between rural and urban areas, providing equal access to resources and opportunities for entrepreneurs statewide.