Our annual programs foster regional economic development by helping businesses in our 7-county region grow and thrive. OzSBI programming offers new and early-stage entrepreneurs immersive learning opportunities, invites community members to shop with woman-owned businesses, creates space for the public to interact with and learn from regional business leaders, and offers aspiring entrepreneurs opportunities to pitch their business ideas for expert feedback and cash prizes. Click any of the Programs below to learn more about them, or view our Event Calendar for upcoming events at OzSBI.

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Last year I attended OzSBI’s LaunchU program and set myself up to start a business. At OzSBI I learned many concepts and got a better understanding of the language of business. They have been very helpful at every step since graduation. In October I opened Court Square Cafe in Alton, Missouri – LaunchU and OzSBI Mentoring were necessary steps along the way. I strongly recommend it.

Thomas S.

Entrepreneur