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DED awarded more than $2.9 million in SSBCI funding for statewide expansion of entrepreneurial support services
The Department of Economic Development (DED) announced today that it has been awarded more than $2.9 million in State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) funds for a statewide expansion of entrepreneurial support services. The funding, provided through the U.S. Department of the Treasury as part of the American Rescue Plan Act, will be used to create the Missouri Technical Assistance (MOTA)
DED celebrates EquipmentShare’s headquarters expansion and decade of growth in Missouri
EquipmentShare, an integrated equipment rental and equipment asset management company, announced today the opening of a new, state-of-the-art Technology Development Center (TDC) at its Columbia headquarters. The company commemorated the expansion and 10-year anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by Governor Mike Kehoe, Director Michelle Hataway, and various community partner
Capital Holding Group to expand in Ozark, investing more than $29.5 million and creating 29 new jobs

Capital Holding Group, a construction and material production company, announced today that it will expand in Ozark, investing more than $29.5 million and creating 29 new jobs. The company’s expansion includes the construction of a new asphalt plant on its existing property, allowing its adjacent rock quarry to grow and modernize while staying in its current location. This will enhance

Press Room Equipment to expand in Springfield, investing $6.5 million and creating 10 new jobs

Press Room Equipment (PRE), a manufacturer of press feeding and coil handling equipment, announced today that it will expand in Springfield, investing $6.5 million and creating 10 new jobs. The company will move into a new 32,000-square-foot facility designed to enhance capabilities and streamline assembly processes.

“It’s great to see Press Room Equipment expanding, investing, and

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