Office of Entrepreneurship

The Office of Entrepreneurship exists to promote entrepreneurship across Missouri. Our mission is to reduce barriers, strengthen connections to resources, and expand opportunity so entrepreneurs in every community can start, grow, and succeed.

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Entrepreneurs strengthen Missouri's economy and local communities

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99% of Missouri business are small businesses

548,647 small businesses

44% of Missouri's workforce is employed by small businesses

1.1 million small business employees

U.S. Small Business Administration

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State of entrepreneurship in Missouri

Tracking trends, insights, and voices shaping Missouri's entrepreneurial landscape. Explore data, findings, and stories that inform how Missouri supports entrepreneurs statewide.

 

Statewide Entrepreneurship Partners

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For entrepreneurs, support organizations, and community partners: Receive occasional updates about statewide entrepreneurship efforts, listening sessions, reports, and opportunities to engage.

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