Home away from home: Student from Brazil experiences Missouri State.

Lucca Barrato stands proudly holding MSU diploma

Finding friends and opportunities at Missouri State Imagine exchanging the quiet tranquility of the Amazon Rainforest and the bustle of a major metropolitan area for a life in a midwestern city surrounded by corn fields and small communities. This “fish out of water” experience sounds like the foundation of a sitcom. Lucca Barrato, an international […]

Join Our Team – Hiring a Regional Program Coordinator

Exterior of Plaster Free Enterprise Center.

We’re looking for a talented regional program coordinator to support Missouri State’s Economic Development Administration University Center. The right candidate will oversee a comprehensive grant program designed to connect individuals, employers and economic development organizations with university resources. As part of the efactory’s business support and training programs and MSU SBDC, you will: Develop resources […]

Rachel Anderson Receives Women of Achievement Award

Rachel Anderson smiles at her desk.

efactory Cheers Rachel Anderson, Lieutenant Governor Women of Achievements Award Winner! We are beyond proud of our Executive Director, Rachel Anderson, for having been named one of only 10 outstanding women to receive the third annual Lieutenant Governor’s Women of Achievement Awards.  In conjunction with Women’s History Month, Lieutenant Governor Kehoe is recognizing the exceptional […]

Take the chance to Elevate your business

Group of business consultants sit at efactory discussing growth.

“Unlike startups or larger corporations, mid-size businesses often find themselves in limbo where they’re either too big to be considered small or not large enough to enjoy extensive support networks,” said Lance Coffman, business consultant at the Missouri SBDC at Missouri State University’s efactory.

Turn Conflict into Collaboration: HR Training Solutions

Team works to resolve a conflict around meeting table

Essential HR As a home base for entrepreneurs, we understand the dynamic and ever-evolving nature of business. Navigating complex situations, leading diverse teams, and ensuring smooth operations require a strong foundation in key human resource skills. This is why we stress professional development so often. More importantly, we want to stress the HR trainings designed […]

Cultivating a collaborative work environment: Teams Training

A team sits around a table at a business meeting.

Building dream teams In today’s dynamic business landscape, the success of any organization hinges on its teams. But having exceptional individuals doesn’t automatically translate to a high-performing unit. The magic lies in effective leadership and a collaborative environment. Investing in your people is an investment in your organization’s future. A well-trained and empowered team is […]