SelectOFALLON (MO) Economic Development

We love sharing all the reasons we think O’Fallon is a great place to live, work and build a business – but don’t just take our word for it. Over the years, O’Fallon has earned many high marks for livability, business environment, and community strength from well-respected publications and research groups. These recognitions reflect the hard work of those that live and grow in our city. Check out our full list of awards and honors on our website: https://lnkd.in/grvs8CHA #bestplacestolive #OFallonMo

With locations in 38 states, X-Golf offers a golf simulator experience for beginners, pros, and everything in between – featuring indoor leagues, lessons, tournaments and more. The success of XGolf in O’Fallon reflects the growing interest in eSports and virtual experiences, and O’Fallon continues to be a strong community for these new and innovative business ventures. If you’re ready to bring your own innovative business idea to life, O’Fallon is the place to do it! #xgolf #experientialretail

Thinking about starting a business in O’Fallon? One of the first steps is to obtain a business license - and we’re here to make that process simple. You can find everything you need on the City of O’Fallon website – including license requirements, application details, online payments, and even the status of your application: https://lnkd.in/gQF5cak8 Or you can reach out to our team for personal assistance at econdev@ofallonmo.gov.

This July, we had the pleasure of celebrating two local businesses entering exciting new chapters under new ownership. 1) Swiss Air Heating and Cooling 📍406 E Wabash St. Serving O’Fallon since 1989, these “Wizards of Comfort” continue to offer heating and cooling services to our community. We’re excited to welcome new owners Matthew Palmieri and Darren Dixon as they carry on the Swiss Air legacy. 2) The Salvage Society 📍320A Sonderen St. Formerly known as Cheap Street Thrift Shop, this beloved store is getting a fresh update – with a new name and new owner Heather Koch. The shop will continue to offer the thrifted finds O’Fallon has come to love. Please join us in welcoming these new business owners to the O’Fallon community! #OFallonMO #SmallBusiness #SupportSmallBusiness

The 2025 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday runs from today until Sunday, August 3. Over the weekend, shoppers in O’Fallon and throughout Missouri can enjoy tax exemptions on certain back-to-school items, including clothing, school supplies, computers, and more. This annual event is a great opportunity for families to save on school essentials and support a few of O’Fallon’s local businesses – like Best Teacher Supply, which was previously featured in our O’Fallon Success Stories blog: https://lnkd.in/gaawKKwj. For full details on eligible items and participation guidelines, visit the Missouri Department of Revenue website https://lnkd.in/gEiGApmT

Global tech, powered locally. Mastercard’s St. Louis Tech Hub, located right here in O’Fallon, Missouri, is making headlines on Fox 2 News — and for good reason. Already one of the company’s largest global operations centers, this facility plays a critical role in processing credit card transactions from around the world. Now, it’s about to become even more impressive. Mastercard has announced plans to power this massive U.S. data center with solar energy, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability while continuing to lead in innovation and security. It’s another example of how O’Fallon supports global business—from secure transactions to smart, sustainable growth. Watch the Fox 2 News' "Where Your Payments Happen" segment as the co-president takes viewers on a tour of the facility. https://lnkd.in/gN7x84tu

When Ian Silberman, Principal and Co-Founder of LOCATION. Commercial Real Estate (CRE), shared his perspective on closing deals with tenants, he highlighted what sets O’Fallon apart from other municipalities: the reliability of the SelectOFALLON team. In O’Fallon, we do things differently. We’re committed to making the process easier for businesses to open their doors, not harder. Whether you’re starting fresh or expanding an existing business, our team is here to help. Read more about what Ian had to say about working in O’Fallon in our previous blog: https://lnkd.in/gaawKKwj

Van’s Hallmark has long been O’Fallon’s trusted one-stop shop for year-round and seasonal gifts, gift wrap, greeting cards, décor, and much more! Long-standing, family-owned businesses like Van’s are a testament to what makes O’Fallon such a special city – where family, entrepreneurship, and quality service come together to create a strong community. If you’re ready to start your own family business, now’s the time to open in O’Fallon! #OpenInTheO

I scream, you scream, O’Fallon screams for ice cream! 🍦 This Sunday, July 20th, is National Ice Cream Day– and there’s no better way to celebrate than by supporting one of O’Fallon’s many local ice cream shops. Beat the heat this Sunday and treat yourself to a sweet treat in O’Fallon! #nationalicecreamday

We were excited to have one of O'Fallon's new locally owned businesses, Mr. Golden Fish Chicken Shrimp & More, cater our bi-monthly Grow Group meeting last week at City Hall! 🍤 The food was a hit and garnered rave reviews from everyone that attended - including Mayor Bill Hennessy! We're so grateful to have many incredible spots here in O'Fallon and are proud to support our local businesses.