Grow Stronger in Missouri
Leverage Missouri’s central location, low business costs, and trained workforce to accelerate your growth.
A Reputation for Fueling Success
Backed by a business-friendly environment and a highly skilled workforce, Missouri continues to gain recognition as a top state for corporate expansion and success.
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Right Where You Need to Be
Missouri’s central and well-connected location in the heart of the United States helps your company:
- Reach more than half of the continental U.S. in under a 1 day drive
- Easily access international airports, highways, rail, and ports
- Take advantage of three Foreign Trade Zones across the state
In the Spotlight
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AI Proteins Partnership
Read MoreBoston-based AI Proteins has entered a collaborative research agreement with the University of Missouri to advance next-generation cancer therapeutics.
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150 Years of Bud
Read MoreIn 2026, Anheuser-Busch will celebrate the 150th anniversary of Budweiser, honoring a legacy that helped shape modern brewing and establish Missouri as a top state for beverage manufacturing.
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Featured in AgFunderNews
Read MoreAs highlighted in AgFunderNews, Missouri offers access to critical raw materials, streamlined regulations, and a resilient rural economy built on agricultural diversity.
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Taking NASA Back to the Moon
Read MoreFrom precision machining and advanced materials to electrical systems and tooling, Missouri manufacturers are embedded throughout the Artemis supply chain.
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Southeast Missouri
Read MoreThe Bootheel Progress with Partnership is a newly formed regional economic development initiative bringing together Scott County, Mississippi County, and New Madrid County in a unified effort to strengthen the economic future of Missouri’s southeast region.
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Missouri Corn and Soybeans
Read MoreWhen it comes to feeding the world and fueling innovation, Missouri’s corn and soybeans take center stage.
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U.S. Drone Innovation
Read MoreSt. Louis-based WingXpand is leading the charge in U.S. drone innovation, securing federal contracts, partnering with Ranken Technical College, and developing the next generation of aerospace talent.
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Missouri's Low Business Cost
Read MoreMissouri offers one of the most competitive business environments in the nation.
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Business Facilities Q&A
Read MoreMissouri Partnership CEO, Subash Alias, shares insights into the state’s economic resilience, competitive advantages, and vision for the future.
Explore Missouri’s Key Industries
Missouri is a dynamic state where specialized talent, collaborative ecosystems, global industry leaders, and emerging startups unite to drive progress in key sectors.
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Recent Announcements
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AECI Utility Solutions Invests in Missouri Expansion with Boonville Distribution Center
Boonville, Mo. – December 9, 2025 – Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (AECI) Utility Solutions has selected Boonville, Missouri, for its newest distribution center. The new facility will feature approximately 50,000 square…
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Elevator Announces New Co-Warehousing and Office Space in St. Louis, Missouri
Innovative Model Expands Flexible Warehouse Options, Supporting Small Businesses St. Louis, MO – November 19, 2025 – Elevator, a co-warehousing community for small businesses and entrepreneurs, is set to launch its…
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Lambda Doubles Down on Midwest Expansion, To Build AI Factory in Kansas City, MO
Site in Kansas City, MO, to welcome new jobs and more than 10,000 NVIDIA GPUs, with additional growth opportunities Kansas City, MO – October 28, 2025 – Lambda, the Superintelligence Cloud,…
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How We Help
Missouri Partnership is a public-private economic development organization dedicated to making your expansion into Missouri smooth and seamless. Our expert team provides complimentary support with site selection, incentive programs, workforce training, community insights, local connections, and more.
Contact us to learn how we can assist with your company’s growth.