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Immigrant entrepreneurship program

Business Owner in Workshop

resources for Immigrant Entrepreneurs

We know how challenging it is to go from idea to business plan to launch to stable business, especially if you are new to the region and from another country. We are here to listen and provide guidance and information about experts and support organizations that can assist you at nearly every point of your entrepreneurial journey.  Click below and we'll email helpful information.

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business growth

St. Louis Economic Development Partnership

The STL Partnership's  Business Finance group, offers many financing options to help you with your needs.  Options include the SBA 504 program, internal loans, bonds and more. 

BALSA Foundation

The BALSA Foundation empowers first-time entrepreneurs to start and grow their businesses; this is your guide to starting a business   

Business Retention & Expansion (BRE)

St. Louis Economic Development Partnership's  Business Retention & Expansion Program (BRE) serves as the essential bridge between St. Louis companies and dedicated government and economic development officials for business growth.

Urban Eats

Urban Eats is a neighborhood food incubator, shared kitchen, and marketplace in the City of St. Louis, Missouri.

Ethnic Chambers of Commerce

St. Louis' African, Afghan Asian and Hispanic, Chambers of Commerce provide a variety of programs and networking opportunities for foreign-born and immigrant business owners. 

BioSTL

BioSTL recruits high-growth international companies that enrich and expand St. Louis’ innovation economy

International Institute Economic Development Council

IICDC offers loans for small businesses including restaurant owners, taxi & Uber drivers, small retail business, beauty salon operators, and similar enterprises. 

CORTEX

Cortex’s Square One (SQ1) Ignite and Bootcamp, are training programs designed to provide support to first-time business owners in the early stage of their journey.

DUREE Center for Entreprenuership

The Duree Center for Entrepreneurship enjoys a rich legacy offering experiential and entrepreneurial learning/support opportunities for university students, company founders, and non-profit organizations.

St. Louis INNO

 St. Louis Inno is a digital media, events and data company covering, connecting and catalyzing local innovation. We're part of the American Inno network, with presence in 18 (and counting) entrepreneurial markets across the country.

We are also a brand of the American City Business Journals, making us a sister site to the St. Louis Business Journal.

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Suzanne Sierra

Executive Director

St. Louis Mosaic Project

120 S. Central Ave | Suite 200   Clayton, MO 63105

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