Mayor Jeff Schrag designates May 4-8 Show-Me Network Week with formal proclamation

The week spotlights small businesses, entrepreneurship.
Show-Me Network Week to Celebrate Missouri’s Entrepreneurial Spirit

Regional Events and Celebrations Set for May 4 – 8, 2026.
Show-Me Network Week Kickoff

This is Your Route to Innovation.
BTS of Missouri’s Next Big Thing: The Show-Me Network

How the Show-Me Network is changing the game.
Missouri State University’s efactory Receives More Than $2.9 Million Missouri Technical Assistance Grant in Partnership with Codefi to Expand Access to Capital Across Missouri

Funding allows technical assistance programs to be offered statewide.
Meet the Newest Innovate SOMO Community Connectors!

These organizations help us tap into MO communities and activate entrepreneurship throughout Southern MO.
Innovate SOMO Week Kickoff Extravaganza

Big wins. Huge impact. And it’s all thanks to you – the people who partnered with us to make the Southern Missouri Innovation Network (Innovate SOMO) all that it is! This is your chance to connect with fellow innovators, entrepreneurs and community leaders who are shaping the future of Southern Missouri. What to Expect: Inspiring […]
Innovate SOMO Week to Celebrate Southern Missouri’s Entrepreneurial Spirit

Events scheduled throughout the region April 21 – 25.
Unlock Tech Talent: Partner with Code Labs to Build Your Workforce

Join codefi for an informative webinar designed for employers and community partners to learn how Code Labs Full-Stack Web Development program can help you build and strengthen your workforce. Discover how we train individuals for tech roles and how your company or community can tap into this growing talent pipeline.
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.