Access to Business
From idea to launch — AI-guided startup support for aspiring entrepreneurs, small business owners, and startup mentors.
The problem
Aspiring entrepreneurs in Missouri face a maze of confusing registration requirements, scattered funding information, and a lack of clear guidance on how to turn an idea into a viable business. The resources that do exist are spread across dozens of agencies, websites, and programs — each with its own eligibility rules, deadlines, and application processes.
For first-time founders without connections to mentors or advisors, the gap between having a great idea and actually launching a business can feel insurmountable. Without structured support, too many promising ventures stall before they ever get off the ground.
Our approach
Access to Business provides AI-powered startup support tools that guide entrepreneurs from initial idea through launch. Built on proven business frameworks and Missouri-specific regulatory knowledge, these tools help users build lean business plans, navigate state registration, identify funding sources, and validate their market — all through guided conversation.
Every tool is open source, designed for real-world use, and built to work within the Claude.ai platform — no coding required, no cost to the end user.
Key Capabilities
Business Plan Builder
Guided, step-by-step lean business plan creation that helps entrepreneurs define their value proposition, target market, revenue model, and go-to-market strategy in a structured format.
MO Registration Guide
Step-by-step navigation through Missouri business registration requirements, including entity selection, Secretary of State filings, EIN applications, and local permits and licenses.
Funding Finder
Identify startup funding sources including Missouri-specific grants, SBA loans, angel investor networks, and crowdfunding strategies tailored to your business type and stage.
Market Validation
Frameworks and tools to test your business idea before launch — including customer discovery guides, competitive analysis templates, and minimum viable product planning.
Legal Structure
Clear guidance on choosing the right business entity — LLC, S-Corp, sole proprietorship, or partnership — with Missouri-specific tax implications and liability considerations.
Mentorship Matching
Connect with Missouri entrepreneurship resources including SCORE mentors, Small Business Development Centers, university incubators, and local startup communities.
Projects
Access to Business
AI-powered startup support tools providing business plan building, Missouri registration guidance, funding discovery, market validation, and mentorship connections for entrepreneurs.
Who this is for
Aspiring Entrepreneurs
First-time founders with a business idea who need structured guidance to navigate the journey from concept to launch, including planning, registration, and funding.
Small Business Owners
Existing business owners looking to formalize operations, explore new funding opportunities, or pivot their business model with AI-assisted strategic planning tools.
Startup Mentors
SCORE volunteers, incubator advisors, and entrepreneurship coaches who want structured tools to guide their mentees through business planning and launch processes.
Economic Development Staff
City and county economic development professionals, chamber of commerce staff, and workforce development teams supporting local entrepreneurship and small business growth.
How to use these tools
These are Claude Skills — structured AI prompt systems that run inside Claude.ai. To get started:
- Clone the repository from GitHub
- Upload the
SKILL.mdfile to a Claude Project as a project knowledge file - Start a conversation — the skill will guide you through its capabilities
No coding required. These tools work entirely through conversation with Claude.