Our Economic Impact:
Growing Businesses, Strengthening the Ozarks
Explore how OzSBI supported local businesses across our 7-county region through one-on-one mentoring and technical assistance, funding, strategic partnerships, workshops, and events.
Regional Footprint
Our impact spans seven counties in South Central Missouri. Click a county to lock data, or hover to preview specific investment and engagement data for the 2025 fiscal year.
Regional Impact Overview
Hover over or click a county on the map to view detailed 2025 impact data, including business mentorship sessions and regional participation metrics.
County Impact
Economic Participation
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By The Numbers
Our metrics are verified by 42 survey respondants from the OzSBI network, ensuring transparent reporting of our collective success in 2025.
Client Verified Data
265 businesses surveyed across 7 counties
Success Stories
Meet the entrepreneurs reshaping the Ozarks economy through determination, innovation, and OzSBI’s ecosystem of support.
Yes Honey
Heather Mincer
Heather Mincer founded Yes Honey to offer honey-sweetened sodas. Through LaunchU, she sharpened her packaging and pitch.
Unified Systems
Sean Feiler
Sean Feiler partnered with OzSBI for a Website Development Scholarship to build a custom site that reflects his company.
Devencenzi Cleaning
Amber Devencenzi
A professional cleaning service committed to excellence. They leveraged OzSBI's resources and microloans to scale operations.
Shrimp Runner
Kelby & Sherri Hutsler
Kelby and Sherri Hutsler built Shrimp Runner from the ground up, bringing fresh seafood to West Plains with OzSBI's support.
Savoir Flair
Tammy Schulz
Tammy Schulz sold her boutique and launched Savoir Flair, a flexible low-overhead concept. The Brand Building program powered her launch.
Drago Accounting
Sarah Drago
Sarah Drago launched her accounting practice in West Plains, seeing strong early demand and leveraging an OzSBI scholarship.
Thank You To Our Champion Members
Ready for the deep dive?
There's more! Download the complete 2025 Economic Impact Report below. It is meant to be printed double sided on tabloid sized paper. If you would like a printed copy, don't hesitate to come by OzSBI to request one - help us spread our impact results far and wide!