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Build Your GEWKC 2021 Agenda: Attend 100+ Virtual, In-Person KC Entrepreneur Events

Global Entrepreneurship Week - Kansas City 2021 features more than 100 free events. Build your GEWKC agenda and get ready to learn, grow and connect.

2 KC Entrepreneurs Show You How to Run a Successful Crowdfunding Campaign

KC entrepreneurs Jeff Wigh of Bryght Labs and Jonaie Johnson of Interplay reveal their tips and tricks for creating a successful crowdfunding campaign.

Dr. Sejun Song of MOSAIC and Dr. Ye Wang of Ai2Insight

Comeback KC Ventures Announces 2 University Technologies to Receive Support for COVID-19 Innovations

Meet the final two research teams that are receiving support through Comeback KC Ventures.

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How Any KC Entrepreneur Can Build a Successful E-Commerce Business, Step by Step

Launch your online business with these tips from an e-commerce expert.

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KC Classes and Workshops to Help Your Business Rock 2023

Start the new year — and your new business — off right with guidance from Kansas City experts who’ve been there, done that.

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7 Ways to Prep Your KC Business for 2023 Like a Boss

Make sure your Kansas City small business is starting the year with a plan, a purpose and solid financial footing.

12 KC Entrepreneurs Reveal How They Turned Their Dreams into a Business

Explore how these Kansas City small business owners and entrepreneurs got started and what keeps them going.

After GEWKC, Keep the Business Advice, Connections Going into 2023 and Beyond

As Global Entrepreneurship Week - KC comes to a close, here's how you can keep the inspiration, expert advice and networking going into 2021 and beyond.

GEWKC 2022 Sessions Built for Tech Founders, Aspiring Innovative Entrepreneurs

Explore the Global Entrepreneurship Week - Kansas City sessions built for tech startup founders and innovative entrepreneurs.

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How GEWKC Changed This KC Entrepreneur’s Business (and How It Can Change Yours)

Learn how India Wells-Carter changed her outlook and her business thanks to Global Entrepreneurship Week - Kansas City.

GEWKC Insiders' Guide: Get the Most out of Global Entrepreneurship Week - KC 2022

This is your unofficial guide on what you need to know to do Global Entrepreneurship Week - Kansas City like a pro.

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