Calling all rural communities in Missouri!

Do you want to showcase your town's entrepreneurial spirit to leaders from across the state? Here's your chance! 

Hosting the award-winning and prestigious MU Extension CEC Conference is a fantastic economic opportunity for your rural community. The conference will shine a spotlight on your community's innovative initiatives while contributing to the growth of rural entrepreneurship in Missouri. Whether you're a small town with big ideas or a thriving rural hub, we want to hear from you!

Applications to host the 2026 Conference will open in 2025.