Economic and Workforce Development

The Business Growth Workshop Day in Poplar Bluff is only three days away! Join us to explore your game plan for starting or growing your business.

No cost - bring your own lunch

Register at https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26862

Plenty of things can derail your small business. And many of those "plenty of things" can be avoided with prevention.

Join the Cybersecurity Essentials for Small Business workshop and help your own business stay safe, so you can focus on growth with less worry.

https://continuinged.semo.edu/courses/cybersecurity-essentials-for-small-business

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Want to make a real difference in your community? This is where it starts.

Community Health Workers are the connectors, problem-solvers, and trusted neighbors who help people navigate healthcare, find resources, and improve lives. And right now, communities across Missouri need more of them.

That’s why SEMO Workforce & Professional Development is launching our Community Health Worker Training Program designed to give you the knowledge, skills, and certification pathway to step into this meaningful and in-demand role.
Whether you're already working in healthcare, social services, education, or just someone who cares deeply about helping others, this training can open doors to a career that truly matters.

💙 Learn how to support families
💙 Connect people with vital services
💙 Strengthen your community
💙 Build a career with purpose
📅 Upcoming session enrolling now

Because sometimes the most powerful healthcare happens not in hospitals, but in communities.

Community Health Worker Training | CHW Certification - Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO) Continuing Education Community health workers (CHWs) are trusted, frontline advocates who build bridges between individuals, families, and health care systems, helping people access care, understand health information, and make meaningful changes that improve quality of life. This immersive hybrid training experience bl...

Funding for Business Growth session is just around the corner! February 10 from 12 to 2pm in Sikeston. We’ll dive into different funding types and explore ways to develop a game plan for each.

The workshop is no cost!
Location: Center Street Station, 104 E Center St, Sikeston

Register at (Event ticket, then fill out “survey”, then go back and click register)

Funding for Business Growth Access to capital can fuel growth—or create setbacks if pursued too early or without a plan. This session helps business owners understand the main funding options available and how to choose the right fit for their stage and goals. We’ll dive into traditional bank loans, SBA fina...

Let's dive into how you create a brand experience for your customers! Join next week for our next Creating Your Brand Experience virtual workshop. No cost! Just an hour to explore, learn, and develop new ideas to implement in your business.

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Creating Your Brand Experience We'll explore how to create and implement a brand your customers will love to talk about