Our Impact

About efactory

Inside a former turkey processing plant in downtown Springfield, something special is happening. A business incubator, resource hub, support network and all-around great place to be.

We opened our doors in 2013 with one goal: to serve as a one-stop shop for small business owners and entrepreneurs in southwest Missouri. Today our suite of programs cover all the bases.

The efactory offers small business consulting and training as well as leadership and professional development training through the Missouri State University Small Business Development Center.

Services also include: office space, coworking, an accelerator program, mentorship networks, corporate innovation, and more. 

We’re happy to be part of the IDEA Commons district, Missouri State University’s vision for an urban innovation park.

Take a look at what we’ve accomplished together since getting started.

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We believe in hard work, determination, and good ideas.

Our Impact

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Our clients create jobs, drive innovation, and bring solutions to life.

A Home for Entrepreneurship

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How We Do It

PRIVATE OFFICES

We make life easy for founders with flexible private offices that include plenty of perks. The efactory is home to more than 20,000 square feet of leasable office space. Private offices range in size from 150 to 1,300 square feet.

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Press Features

Check out these articles featuring our programs and clients.

Missouri SBDC to host Early-Stage Business Boot Camp in Ava

The Early-Stage Business Boot Camp, designed with aspiring entrepreneurs and new small business owners in mind, is launching its newest cohort in Ava, Missouri, in spring 2025. Registration for this free workshop series is now open, and the program will run April 14 through May 8, 2025, at The Boardroom (305 E. Washington Ave., Ava, MO).

SRC Technologies Updates Name, Receives Semiconductor Chip Grant

On Feb. 7, Missouri State University’s Jordan Valley Innovation Center awarded SRC Technologies a $925,000 grant to develop semiconductor chip harvesting technology. This project focuses on extracting, testing, and repurposing microchips. SRC Technologies said it will invest in advanced CNC machines, laser ablation systems, and automated testing tools to recover and validate microchips for reuse. The company expects to complete the project by mid-2026. “Once complete, this project will help position SRC Technologies as a leader in sustainable semiconductor supply chains,” said Catherine Crockett, director of business development.

Small-scale makers can help revitalize downtown Springfield, expert says

Small-scale manufacturing is growing across the nation and has been a key factor in the revitalization of city centers across the country. That was the message from the keynote address at the Springfield Business Development Corporation’s 2025 Annual Meeting.

Past Reports

Check out our past yearly reports for more information.

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