Today we had an incredible opportunity to visit and tour the Dunn-Richmond Economic Development Center at Southern Illinois University Carbondale!

A special thank you to Melissa Ray Roach, Director of Incubator Programs, for her warm welcome and for providing such an insightful look into how the Center supports entrepreneurs, startups, and growing businesses across our region.

From innovative workspaces to hands-on business development resources, the Dunn-Richmond Center is truly a hub for economic empowerment and entrepreneurial growth in Southern Illinois. It was inspiring to see firsthand how vision, strategy, and collaboration come together to help businesses launch, scale, and thrive.

We are grateful for the partnership and the opportunity to connect our community to resources that strengthen small businesses and spark innovation. The future is bright when we build together!

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