About Ennovation Center
Where local ideas grow into thriving businesses.
How It All Started
Founded in 2010, the Ennovation Center was built with a vision to turn big ideas into sustainable businesses. As a nonprofit incubator, we’ve supported more than 500 businesses across food, technology, and service industries.
We provide no-cost coaching, resources, and a collaborative environment for entrepreneurs at every stage. From licensing and marketing guidance to state-of-the-art facilities, our programs help businesses launch, grow, and thrive.
Our Mission:
Our mission is to empower entrepreneurs with the tools, knowledge, and space they need to transform ideas into thriving operations that fuel our community’s growth.
Our Vision:
We envision a future where every entrepreneur — regardless of background or industry — has access to the resources, mentorship, and connections needed to succeed.
About Ennovation Center
This is our mission. This is our community. And this is just the beginning.
At Ennovation Center, we are more than just a facility — we are a launchpad for entrepreneurs, innovators, and small business owners who are ready to turn ideas into reality. Since opening our doors in 2010, we’ve helped launch over 500 businesses, providing the tools, resources, and guidance needed to thrive.
Our mission is simple: empower people to build sustainable businesses that strengthen our local economy and create lasting community impact. We do this by offering no-cost coaching, access to funding opportunities, cutting-edge workspaces, and a collaborative environment where ideas flourish.
From our 24/7 commercial kitchen to tech-focused coworking labs, we support food entrepreneurs, tech startups, service providers, and innovators across industries. We believe every great idea deserves a chance — and that true progress happens when people come together with purpose.
Every program we run, every client we support, and every event we host is part of a larger movement to inspire growth, create jobs, and build a stronger future for Independence, MO, and beyond.
We are here to guide. To connect. To grow — together.
Why Trust Us?
Proven Impact
Since 2010, we’ve helped launch 500+ businesses across food, tech, and service industries. Our graduates have gone on to create jobs, secure funding, and bring innovative products to market — proof that our programs deliver real results.
Community Driven
We’re more than a building. We’re a collaborative hub where entrepreneurs, mentors, and partners work side by side. Every success story is fueled by shared knowledge, peer support, and a culture of innovation.
Transparent
As a nonprofit, every resource we provide from funding support to kitchen access is tracked and reported with clarity. We make sure entrepreneurs know exactly where opportunities come from and how they can benefit.
Leadership & Board
The Ennovation Center is led by a team of passionate leaders and guided by a diverse board of professionals in government, education, finance, and community development.
