Missouri SBDC at Missouri State University

05/08/2026

Proud to be part of a network that impacts so many!

05/05/2026

05/04/2026

Happy Small Business Week & Show-Me Network Week!

04/29/2026

Strong supervision doesn’t happen by chance - it’s built through the right skills, mindset, and tools.

Join High-Performance Supervision, a practical, one-day seminar designed to help both new and experienced supervisors lead with confidence in today’s evolving workplace.

What participants can expect:
• A clear understanding of supervisory styles and when to apply them
• A self-assessment to identify your leadership approach and growth areas
• Strategies for managing teams across different generations and thinking styles
• Practical tools for leading hybrid and distributed teams
• Real-world case studies and hands-on problem-solving
• A personalized action plan to apply immediately in your role

Whether you’re stepping into a supervisory role or looking to strengthen your leadership approach, this session provides practical, results-oriented tools you can use right away. efactory

May 13 / 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Learn more and register: https://hubs.li/Q04dTKp10

04/29/2026

Securing funding starts with knowing how to tell your story - clearly, strategically, and with impact.

Join Introduction to Grant Writing, an interactive workshop designed for both beginners and experienced professionals looking to strengthen their approach to grant proposals.

What participants can expect:
• How to find and evaluate the right grant opportunities
• Strategies for researching and selecting best-fit funding sources
• Practical guidance on organizing and presenting program information
• Techniques for writing compelling, effective proposals
• Methods for evaluating and measuring program success

This session is led by Christina Ryder, CEO of The Grantwell, LLC, with extensive experience in federal and foundation funding, program development, and social science research. Her work includes grant evaluations and research for organizations such as USDA, FEMA, HHS, and the DOJ. efactory MSU Public Safety Training Center

May 8 / 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Learn more and register: https://hubs.li/Q04dS9P-0

04/29/2026

Administrative professionals play a critical role in keeping organizations running, yet their impact is often underestimated.

Join us for Excelling as an Administrative Professional, a one-day seminar designed to help you better understand your value, strengthen your skills, and grow your impact within your organization.

What you can expect:
• Strategies to manage stress, set goals, and communicate effectively across all levels
• Practical frameworks for decision-making and achieving results
• Insights on how your role connects to organizational success and the bottom line
• Approaches to build stronger workplace relationships and add long-term value

This session is ideal for administrative professionals looking to take their role to the next level and make a greater impact. efactory

May 6 / 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

There’s still time to register: https://hubs.li/Q04dTG0F0

04/27/2026

Early-Stage Business Bootcamps have made a such a big impact on so many individuals and the communities in which theyv'e been held. Thank you for sharing your story with us, Ryan!

Not every business starts with a polished plan. Sometimes, it starts with a moment that makes you realize it’s time for something different.

For Ryan Coe, that moment led him to take a step forward and enroll in efactory’s Early-Stage Business Boot Camp. What began as an idea quickly turned into action 🚀

Today, Ryan is the Managing Partner of Rhino I.T., where he helps small and midsized businesses modernize their technology. His work focuses on practical solutions that allow business owners to spend less time dealing with tech issues and more time focused on growth.

Through the Boot Camp, Ryan gained clarity on his target customers and how to reach them. That clarity is now shaping how he builds and grows his business. Missouri SBDC at Missouri State University

We’re so happy to support entrepreneurs at this stage, helping them move forward with greater confidence and direction.

Read the full story: https://hubs.li/Q04dprxm0

04/22/2026

Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the people who keep everything moving forward and who often do not get the recognition you deserve.

Administrative professionals are the backbone of strong organizations. You anticipate needs, solve problems before they surface, and create the kind of structure that allows teams (and leaders) to thrive.

If you’ve ever felt like your role is bigger than how it’s defined, you’re right.

That’s exactly why we’re offering an upcoming training: Excelling as an Administrative Professional on May 6. It’s designed to help you strengthen your voice, expand your influence, and step more fully into the respect and agency your role truly holds.

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Understand & Grow Your Value as an Administrative Professional.

04/21/2026

Strong leadership goes beyond managing tasks. It’s about how you lead yourself, communicate with others, and create a team people want to follow.

The GiANT People-Driven Leadership Series is a 3-part training, offered in partnership with Leadership Springfield designed to help you grow as a leader and make a meaningful impact within your organization. Through a mix of executive coaching, interactive learning and practical application, you’ll gain tools you can start using right away. Missouri SBDC at Missouri State University

In this series, you’ll learn how to:
• Leverage your leadership strengths
• Communicate effectively with your team
• Lead with confidence and clarity
• Build and develop other leaders
• Improve team performance and productivity
• Strengthen self-awareness and leadership presence

If you’re looking to level up your leadership skills and lead with greater purpose, this series is designed for you.

Apr 29 – May 27 | 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
(3 sessions. Attendance at all sessions is required.)

Learn more and register: https://hubs.li/Q04czq6F0

04/20/2026

We love telling client stories and seeing growth. Thanks for taking time to share with us Set The Stage Southwest Missouri!

04/17/2026

We're incredibly humbled by these types of recognitions...because to us, it's all about the people we get to support. Thankful always for the trust our clients put in us!

Ready for something special? Several from our team recently were recognized for
their outstanding work serving businesses and individuals across Missouri.

From helping entrepreneurs access capital to delivering impactful training and building meaningful partnerships, this team continues to show what real support looks like.

Special congratulations to:
• Sandra Smart — Top 3 performer in Capitalization and Events
• Tara Horton — Program Excellence Award
• Macee Curtis — Unsung Hero Award

And to the entire Missouri SBDC at Missouri State University team for receiving the Outstanding Center Achievement Award and Collaboration Award 👏

Your dedication, care and commitment make a real difference — and it shows in the impact you all create every day.

Learn more: https://hubs.li/Q04b1n-m0