Supply STL

Driving inclusive economic growth by connecting diverse small businesses with resources and opportunities.

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WHAT WE DO

SupplySTL is creating a world class ecosystem for small business owners and entrepreneurs. We facilitate coordination and collaboration between small business support organizations, small businesses, and anchor institutions, and we work to advance supplier diversity.

 

WHO WE SUPPORT

SupplySTL supports regional small business support organizations and resource providers; small, local, diverse business owners; and anchor institutions within the 15-county St. Louis metro.

 

WHY WE DO IT

There is a significant disparity between Black/ Brown and white entrepreneurship in the metro, with the metro’s 3,000 Black-owned businesses representing only 5.9% of overall enterprises. 

 

HOW WE DO IT

SupplySTL organizes systems around a framework that centers diverse small  business growth and purchasing. This system includes more than 127 regional partners, 700+ Greater St. Louis, Inc. investors, an online resource hub, and a dedicated team of professionals.

 

SupplySTL Process Flow Chart
SupplySTL Network Navigator

The SupplySTL Network Navigator is an innovative platform and one-stop shop to connect with resources and opportunities that can propel your diverse-owned small business to new heights. Greater St. Louis, Inc. created this system, uniting partners committed to fostering inclusive economic growth across the entire 15-county St. Louis metro. This video will guide you through the simple steps to get the most out of this powerful tool.