ST. LOUIS — Applications are open for the spring 2027 Supplier Readiness Accelerator, a 12-week program designed to help locally owned companies compete for corporate and government contracts.
Greater St. Louis Inc. announced the new application period Monday after nine businesses completed the fall 2026 cohort. The spring program is scheduled to begin March 31, and applications are due March 17.
Eligible companies must be locally owned, employ fewer than 250 people, generate revenue and focus on business-to-business or business-to-government markets. Applicants must also have a scalable business model and commit to the full program.
The curriculum covers lead development, operations, cash-flow management, certifications, vendor portals and growth planning. Participants finish with a capstone plan and may have an opportunity to access capital, according to the regional economic-development organization.
The fall graduates included Alliance Certified Restoration, Elsa’s Cleaning Company, FuFu n’ Sauce, Ivory Facility Management, Levels Nigerian Cuisine, Locs of Glory Salon and Spa, Ryze Manufacturing & Logistics, True Light Electric and Vertigreens.
Greater St. Louis Inc. said previous participant surveys showed gains in business knowledge, revenue and employment, but individual outcomes are not guaranteed. Prospective applicants should review the eligibility rules and time commitment before applying.
Source and application information: Greater St. Louis Inc..
