Entrepreneurs rejoice: MTC grants $200K to efactory to establish regional node in southwest Missouri
Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce and the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce join efactory in building innovation-friendly region.
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 […]
Find your fit: Connecting with community graduate assistants
Talent at your fingertips We are committed to connecting you with resources your organization needs to thrive. Whether that’s upskilling your workforce, exploring new opportunities or finding skilled employees, we’re here to help you build a stronger business. One of the ways we achieve this is through our Community Graduate Assistant program, which matches promising […]
Students are back in town for a semester full of potential
Where did everyone come from?! If you’ve noticed a sudden influx of young, bright minds around efactory, you’re not imagining things. In addition to our talented MSU engineering students, we’re thrilled to welcome back the energetic and driven group of high schoolers from the Greater Ozarks Centers for Advanced Professional Studies (GO CAPS) program. WHAT’S […]
What is Untethered?
Everything you wanted to know.
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.
Investing in Public Safety Training for a Stronger Community
Why public safety training matters Missouri, the “Show Me State,” is known for its friendly people and beautiful landscapes. But keeping our communities safe requires a dedicated group of professionals: our public safety officers. Emergency responders are the backbone of a secure society, which is why public safety training is so important. The Missouri State […]
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.
City Utilities joins efactory partner program
Partnership expands opportunities.
