Kicking off the Entrepreneurship Intern Pilot Program
The journey has begun.
Digging into Jordan Creek Digs into Hidden History
The underground stories of SGF.
How Elevate Helps CEOs Navigate the Challenges of Scaling
Preparing for strategic expansion through Elevate.
Developing a quicker, more personal (& exciting) Connection
It’s straight outta sci-fi.
Sandpiper Landing Inn Awarded $10,000 Backing Small Businesses Enhancement Grant through American Express and Main Street America.
Small businesses have the ability to personalize their image more than your typical chain. Sometimes that includes your beloved pet becoming your mascot. Sandpiper Landing Inn’s Chinese Shar-pei, Piper, establishes the family-friendly atmosphere. Her talent for greeting guests at the door instantly sets the tone for a warm and inviting stay, making guests feel right […]
Vroom Solar selected for AFWERX award to aid in powering military bases
Bringing solar to everyone There’s a moment every founder cherishes: finally saying, “I made it.” Luke Phelps, founder and CEO of Vroom Solar, wasn’t just dreaming – he was building it. Electricity transformed history. But for too many, it remains a distant resource. Phelps, driven by the desire to make electricity more accessible, created Vroom […]
Purpose Connect nominated semifinalist for the Black Ambition Prize
Selection for Pharrell Williams Competition Rejection can feel like a door slamming shut in your face. And as an entrepreneur taking a leap of faith, the last thing you want is for your idea to feel dismissed. When Dami Odunewu, CEO and founder of Purpose Connect, was rejected by the Black Ambition Prize last year, […]
Daystar Distributing Lights Up the Future with New Location and SBDC Support
Celebrating growth and customer focus.
Co-Angler: It’s not just a fishing group
John Bledsoe, a lifelong Missouri Ozarks resident, was born with a passion for the outdoors. Fishing with his father since childhood, Bledsoe’s love for the sport grew with every cast. At just eight years old, he landed a life-changing 5-pound bass, solidifying his passion for the sport.
In October 2021, he took a leap of faith and purchased Coangler.com for a mere $13. This marked the beginning of Co-Angler, an app designed to connect fishing enthusiasts.
Reflecting on President Smart’s impact on IDEA Commons
Bringing vision to life in downtown Springfield and the state.