Connect with SBEC today, and you will gain FREE ACCESS to invaluable small and medium-sized (SMB) business education and coaching.
The SBEC will respond within two business days with a course of action for your business.
Building Up St. Louis by Building Up Small Businesses
The St. Louis Business Empowerment Center exists to uplift all entrepreneurs, including minorities, women, and veterans, in their journeys to impactful business
ownership.
Kevin Wilson, Executive Director
ABOUT STL SMALL BUSINESS EMPOWERMENT CENTER
A 501c3 nonprofit organization sponsored by the Greater St. Louis Empowerment Zone.
The St. Louis Small Business Empowerment Center (SBEC) is the organization of my dreams. We connect with people with solid ideas on how to start a business. We reconnect with business owners who need advice on how to enter new markets, gain customers, or win contracts. We talk to funders who want to back small businesses and support community growth. We are humbled that we've contributed to building up St. Louis by building up small businesses.
If you are ready to become St. Louis’ newest entrepreneur or need help to grow, let’s connect and turn your “why” into a successful business. Read More
EDUCATION
The St. Louis Business Empowerment Center creates connections
Wondering how to breathe life into your business? Let’s talk about the importance of establishing banking relationships and winning government contracts. Read More
CAPITAL
Access to capital can make or break your business
Cash flow covers a multitude of sins, as Executive Director Kevin Wilson is fond of saying. The St. Louis Business Empowerment Center helps take the fear factor out of applying for a small business loan. Read More
COACHING
Empowerment expands your ability to earn capital
SBA certifications are more than badges of honor. They light the path to new opportunities. Gain certifications and secure government contracts through the SBEC’s live and on-demand business coaching. Schedule your session today. Read More
In accordance with federal laws and U.S. Department of the Treasury policy, this organization is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
To file a complaint of discrimination, write to: U.S. Department of the Treasury, Director, Office of Civil Rights and Equal Employment Opportunity 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20220; call (202) 622-1160; or send an e-mail to: crcomplaints@treasury.gov.