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Find the Answers to Build Your Business

Connect with professionals to answer all your questions.

Meet with Us 1:1

Whether you are starting or scaling your business, you’ll need expert business advice along the way. Meet 1:1 with business consultants from the Missouri SBDC at MSU – at no charge to you – and get the direction you need.

Starting a Business

Got questions about customer discovery, financial foundations, business strategy or other first steps? Set aside a 10-minute block to chat.

Growing a Business

Growth comes with tons of new opportunities and questions, like marketing, funding and team-building. Let’s schedule a 30-minute block to put together next steps.

Meet Your Mentor

It can be intimidating to sit down with attorneys, accountants and other business pros. And starting a business is expensive enough without the uncertainty of what a question is going to cost. Our mentors volunteer their time and are ready to help you along the way. Meetings are 30 minutes and are held virtually. Expect a conversation that’s confidential, casual, personalized and convenient.

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Find the Best Fit

We’re here to help you find the right fit. Schedule a 10 minute meeting with Macee Curtis if you would like assistance in connecting with an expert from our network.

No-Charge Expert Advice

Our partners volunteer their time and make initial conversations free of charge to give you access to professionals who want to help you and your business succeed. 

Banking & Finance

Arvest Bank

Where do I begin? So often small business owners are overwhelmed with what financial requirements may exist, how to get started with a loan, and how to know what equity is required. Work with the Arvest Commercial Team to simplify the lending process. Glean advice and focus on your company’s financial health during this 30 minute session.

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The bank of missouri

Experts from The Bank of Missouri host office hours focused on business lending and financing. Current and prospective entrepreneurs and business owners are encouraged to meet with our partners from The Bank of Missouri to discuss business lending, loan FAQs, financing options and more.

forvis mazars

Experts from Forvis Mazars host office hours focused on accounting and finance. Current and prospective entrepreneurs and business owners are encouraged to meet with our partners at Forvis Mazars to discuss accounting and finance questions impacting your business.