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About Us

Since opening our doors in 2013, efactory has been connecting people, ideas and opportunities to help businesses grow, talent develop and communities thrive.

Today, our network of programs, services and partnerships supports entrepreneurs, individuals, businesses, employers and communities across Missouri. Whether you’re launching a startup, scaling a company, upskilling your employees or looking for expert guidance, we’re here to help you move forward.

As part of Missouri State University’s IDEA Commons district, we’re proud to advance the university’s commitment to innovation, economic development and workforce growth. Our work is strengthened through a network of partnerships that share our vision for a stronger Missouri.

Our aspiration is to be the trusted partner for building business, strengthening talent and moving communities forward — setting the gold standard for university-led innovation and economic development.

We believe great ideas deserve the opportunity to succeed. Together with our partners and communities, we’re building a stronger future for Missouri.

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Meet The Team

Guided by our values of collaboration, community, intention, impact, resiliency and support, our team of innovators and problem solvers are ready to serve you to create meaningful outcomes.

Training Specialist

Training Coordinator and Director, Public Safety Training Center

Senior Program Manager, Strategic Initiatives

Regional Program Coordinator

Director, Community Engagement and Operations

Community Coordinator, Administrative & Financial

Director, Marketing and Communication

Student Employment Specialist

Community Coordinator, Member Relations

Assistant Director, Training and Development

Director, Business Support and Training / Director, Missouri SBDC at Missouri State University

Marketing Assistant

Regional Business Consultant

Community Coordinator, Partner and Student Engagement

Assistant VP, Economic Development

Senior Program Manager, Business Support

Regional Business Consultant

Assistant Training Coordinator

Assistant Director, Student Employment

Springfield Innovation, Inc.

Springfield Innovation Inc. facilitates and supports the commercialization of research and shortens the time to market for new products while providing technical and entrepreneurial support. 

Our Partners

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Community is who we are. Forward is where we’re going. See a few of the companies we proudly partner with.

Our Impact

We believe in hard work, determination and good ideas.

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Private donations play a critical role in our work to support dreamers, doers, innovators and job creators. Show your support for entrepreneurship and innovation in southwest Missouri while also reducing your tax liability.

Press Features

Check out these articles featuring our programs and clients.

Missouri notched big wins for entrepreneurs in 2026, but work remains, advocates report

Jason Wiens, coalition director of NEXT Missouri, speaks during a town hall event organized by Right to Start and Missouri Starters Coalition at Thou Mayest’s event space.

MSU hires associate provost to bolster student success efforts

P. Brandon Johnson will lead several university initiatives that focus on student retention. Two others were named to economic development roles, following the retirement of Allen Kunkel

DED promotes new resources for businesses, entrepreneurs

State’s regulatory sandbox program awaits first participants, according to official

Commonly Asked Questions

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