Springfield Business Development Corporation

Strong communities are built on strong businesses. Through our Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) program, the SBDC works directly with companies operating in Springfield and Greene County to understand their challenges and opportunities.

By connecting employers with workforce resources, infrastructure solutions, and community partners, we help local businesses expand operations, create jobs, and continue investing in southwest Missouri.

The SBDC actively works to attract companies considering business relocation or expansion in Springfield, Missouri. Our team collaborates closely with regional partners to showcase the competitive advantages of doing business in the region.

Key partnerships include:

• City of Springfield

• Greene County

• City Utilities of Springfield

• Ozarks Regional Economic Partnership (OREP)

Together, we highlight the region’s skilled workforce, strong infrastructure, competitive business environment, and high quality of life—making Springfield a top destination for companies looking to grow in the Midwest.

A strong workforce is essential for long-term economic growth. The SBDC leads initiatives designed to develop and attract talent across Springfield and southwest Missouri.

Our workforce development efforts focus on:

• Connecting high school students to local career pathways

• Encouraging college graduates to build careers in Springfield

• Supporting young professional engagement and retention

• Promoting the region to attract new talent and skilled workers

These efforts help ensure local employers have access to the talent pipeline needed to grow and compete.

The SBDC provides businesses and community leaders with economic data, demographic research, and industry insights that support informed decision-making.

From site selection information to regional economic trends, our research helps companies evaluate opportunities and plan for future growth in Springfield, Missouri.

SBDC investors are partners in shaping the economic future of Springfield and Greene County. Through collaboration with our economic development team and regional partners, investors gain insight into:

• Emerging economic trends

• Regional growth opportunities

• Major development projects

• Strategic initiatives impacting the region

These partnerships help align community leaders, businesses, and investors around a shared vision for sustainable economic growth in southwest Missouri.