Missouri Small Business Development Center at MSSU

The Missouri Small Business Development Center at Missouri Southern State University is a small business support organization located in Joplin, Missouri. The center employs four people and generates approximately $2.5 million in annual revenue. Established in April 1987, it is part of a national network of Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) and is affiliated with The Robert W. Plaster College of Business. The Missouri Small Business Development Center offers free, one-on-one consulting services to existing and start-up for-profit businesses in the Joplin area. The center also provides training programs for business owners, managers, and employees, focusing on meeting the educational needs of the local business community. The center strives to be responsive and adaptable to the changing needs of the businesses it serves, offering flexible scheduling and a range of services designed to support growth and success. To schedule a consultation with a business consultant, prospective clients are encouraged to call the center directly. More information about the Missouri Small Business Development Center at Missouri Southern State University and its services can be found on their website at mssutraining.com.