Growing Your Business in St. Louis County
   
The St. Louis County Economic Council understands the importance of supporting the growth and long-term viability of St. Louis County's small businesses.
   

It has long been understood by community leaders and economic development professionals that small businesses are the cornerstone upon which a healthy economy is built. Their viability and growth are the most important factors in creating and sustaining an overall quality-of-life that includes safety, security and prosperity for a community and its residents.

 
   

SLCEC provides a host of products and services

designed to help small businesses grow and prosper.

   
From our extensive offering of financial products to assistance in doing business internationally — SLCEC provides the tools, expert support and access to the resources and information small businesses need to survive and thrive in St. Louis County.  
   
SLCEC Business Finance Division offers financing products and programs designed to meet the funding needs small businesses have when expanding their operations and creating new jobs.  
   
SLCEC St. Louis Enterprise Centers, a network of small business incubators, provide affordable state-of-the art office, retail and warehouse space to a variety of new and emerging small businesses.  
   
SLCEC Center for Business Growth provides valuable educational and mentoring programs designed to serve the entire small business community of St. Louis County.  
   
SLCEC World Trade Center Saint Louis provides market research, networking opportunities and educational events designed to assist businesses in doing business internationally.  
   

To learn more about each of these SLCEC Divisions click the

menu links located to the left or the Quick Links located to the right.