Missouri’s small business community is feeling a renewed sense of momentum, and Brad Jones, State Director of NFIB Missouri, joins us with an Optimism Update and more on what’s driving that outlook. From easing inflation pressures to pro-growth policies at the state level, Jones says many job creators are seeing fresh opportunities to expand, hire, and invest in their communities. But challenges remain, including workforce shortages and regulatory uncertainty that continue to weigh on Main Street. He’ll break down the latest small business optimism trends, what they mean for Missouri’s economy, and what lawmakers can do to keep the positive energy moving forward.