(By RYAN SKAITH)
The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce, alongside local entrepreneur founders, will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house for The Launch Pad on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026.
The ribbon-cutting is scheduled for 4 p.m. at the facility’s new downtown location, 801 Felix St.
The Launch Pad is a tech-powered coworking and office space designed to serve as a catalyst for innovators, remote professionals, and small business owners throughout Northwest Missouri. By providing a centralized community hub, the initiative aims to remove traditional barriers for rural and under-resourced entrepreneurs within a 35-mile radius of St. Joseph.
The facility features a versatile range of workspaces tailored to different professional needs, including open coworking areas, dedicated desks, and private office rentals. Members will have access to business-grade amenities, shared-use technology, and modern conference rooms. Beyond physical space, The Launch Pad offers a robust support system including legal, accounting, and business development services.
To strengthen the regional startup ecosystem, the hub will host more than 20 community and business events annually, such as networking mixers, pitch nights, and mentorship sessions. The Launch Pad has set ambitious impact goals for the region, pledging to deliver over 100 mentorship hours and support the creation or retention of at least 10 local jobs each year.
This project was made possible through the Missouri Technology Corporation’s (MTC) Physical Infrastructure Grant Program, with additional programming provided by the Show-Me Network.