On Dec. 10, join the Missouri Department of Economic Development Office of Entrepreneurship and other statewide organizations at efactory for a powerful afternoon of insight, collaboration, and community. As leaders from across Missouri’s entrepreneurial ecosystem gather to discuss the State of Entrepreneurship, get a front-row seat to the conversations shaping the future of business growth in our state.
Enjoy lunch while connecting with fellow entrepreneurs, innovation partners, and statewide collaborators.
Set the stage for an afternoon of reflection, innovation, and forward-looking discussion, led by:
Rachel Munday, Executive Director, efactory – Missouri State University
Taisia Gordon, Director, Office of Entrepreneurship
Leaders from key entrepreneurship organizations share what’s new and what’s next, from funding and startup support to policy and ecosystem growth. Featuring updates from:
Missouri Technology Corporation – Julia Campbell
Missouri SBDC – Sherry Noller
MOSourceLink – Becca Castro
Show-Me Network – Chrystal Irons & James Stapleton
Right to Start – Jim Malle
NEXT Missouri – Jason Wiens
Join a facilitated conversation focused on identifying gaps, aligning priorities, and uncovering opportunities for shared action in 2026. This is your chance to contribute ideas and connect your work to broader statewide goals.
We’ll wrap up with key takeaways, action items, and next steps for continued communication and collaboration.
