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3 events,
Social Media Content Batching (Hybrid)
Social Media Content Batching (Hybrid)
Are you overwhelmed by the amount of content you know you SHOULD be creating and posting? What if we told you there was a secret to posting consistently online without […]
LaunchU Fall 2023 (Registration for 8-Week Course)
LaunchU Fall 2023 (Registration for 8-Week Course)
LaunchU is used in over 100 locations across the U.S. to help entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses, even when they have little or no business background. With LaunchU, you […]
LaunchU Fall 2023 (Registration for 8-Week Course)
LaunchU Fall 2023 (Registration for 8-Week Course)
LaunchU is used in over 100 U.S. locations to help entrepreneurs start and grow businesses — even with little or no business background. LaunchU is used in over 100 locations […]
3 events,
First Tuesdays: Entrepreneur Speaker Series
First Tuesdays: Entrepreneur Speaker Series
First Tuesdays: Entrepreneur Speaker Series takes place on the first Tuesday of each month during the academic year. The events are hosted in Bloch Executive Hall, Room 218 from 4:00-5:30pm. […]
Social Media 101: Week 4 (Hybrid)
Social Media 101: Week 4 (Hybrid)
Social media has become a integral part of our daily lives. This course aims to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to leverage social media for their business. […]
Biz Action Plan Workshop: Week 2—Learning about Your Customers (Hybrid)
Biz Action Plan Workshop: Week 2—Learning about Your Customers (Hybrid)
In this five-week activity-based workshop, we will learn how to assess a business idea and will put together an action plan. No need to build a long business plan when […]
7 events,
THE CRUNCH
THE CRUNCH
The CRUNCH is the 1 Millions Cups of Lawrence Kansas. This is a weekly event for local entrepreneurs to meet and present their businesses to the Lawrence community. The coffee is highly encouraged. If you are a business owner looking for the opportunity to present your business and receive feedback, apply here: https://www.1millioncups.com/s/account/0014W00002AqQeWQAV/lawrence-ks. More about […]
1 Million Cups
1 Million Cups
Every Wednesday, 1MC hears from entrepreneurs over a cup of coffee. Followed by lots of networking and no cost coworking at Plexpod for the day. Don't miss it! Attend: Join live & in person at Westport Plexpod Commons every week: 300 E. 39th St Kansas City, MO 64111 or virtually on zoom or facebook. No RSVP needed. Present Your Story: https://www.1millioncups.com/s/apply-to-present?CommunityId=0014W00002AqQeRQAV
September 2023 Raytown Area Chamber Membership Luncheon
September 2023 Raytown Area Chamber Membership Luncheon
The Membership Services Committee will begin to brainstorm about 2024 and would love to hear from you. Each table will have a topic to discuss and will be able to […]
7 events,
Business Planning Tools
Business Planning Tools
Fail to Plan? Plan to Fail? Use an easy, visual tool to plan! Entrepreneurs just starting, existing businesses adding products or services, or industries undergoing significant change can all use […]
Demystifying Patents & Trademarks
Demystifying Patents & Trademarks
Demystifying Patents & Trademarks 10-11:30am Train the Trainer Roundtable session to further understand requirements in assisting businesses with patents, trademarks, and copyrights. Session is dedicated to those who support businesses. […]
Revolutionize Revenue with AI
Revolutionize Revenue with AI
How to harness the power of Artificial Intelligence to grow your revenue! In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, alignment is more than just a buzzword; it's a necessity. Dan Barker, […]
1 event,
September Luncheon with Michael Mackie
September Luncheon with Michael Mackie
M2 is in the house! September's luncheon is sure to be impassioned and entertaining with Michael Mackie in the house! Our speaker is an Emmy-winning content creator, writer, editor, and […]
2 events,
Build Your Business Plan: Week 2 (Hybrid)
Build Your Business Plan: Week 2 (Hybrid)
In this five-week activity-based workshop participants will learn how to create a business plan using Gale’s Plan Builder database. Week 2: Business Ideation Do you have a feasible business idea? […]
Hy-Vee Local Business Fair- Saturday’s This Summer
Hy-Vee Local Business Fair- Saturday’s This Summer
Chamber members! Your local Hy-Vee is offering an opportunity for a FREE BOOTH at either the Liberty or Gladstone Hy-Vee to promote your business! We invite you to come and set up a booth on Saturdays from 11am-1pm. You can visit as a customer or set up as a vendor! If you would like to […]
0 events,
1 event,
The Little Desk: Conversations on Entrepreneurship – Session 1
The Little Desk: Conversations on Entrepreneurship – Session 1
UMKC, The Porter House KC and KCSourceLink are hosting The Little Desk, a series of master classes designed to introduce new and aspiring entrepreneurs to Kansas City’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Session […]
3 events,
ELEVATIONLAB™ NEW VENTURE
ELEVATIONLAB™ NEW VENTURE
This session has five consecutive classes on Tuesdays. Attendance at all five classes is highly encouraged. Do you dream of owning your own business? Are you ready for a realistic perspective […]
Biz Action Plan Workshop: Week 3—Developing a Lite Marketing Plan (Hybrid)
Biz Action Plan Workshop: Week 3—Developing a Lite Marketing Plan (Hybrid)
In this five-week activity-based workshop, we will learn how to assess a business idea and will put together an action plan. No need to build a long business plan when […]
Simple Steps for Starting your Business – Basics
Simple Steps for Starting your Business – Basics
This IN PERSON workshop provides you with: * An overview of the skills and tools you need when deciding to start a business * The advantages and disadvantages of owning […]
5 events,
Overland Park South Rotary Club – Startup Rewind
Overland Park South Rotary Club – Startup Rewind
Startup Rewind gives local entrepreneurs a venue to pitch their idea followed by questions and feedback from the audience. This valuable feedback will help encourage and grow their ideas and […]
Government Contracting 101
Government Contracting 101
This introductory monthly 1.5 hour seminar is an overview of the critical first steps associated with winning government contracts. We cover how to get started in government contracting arena including […]
1 Million Cups
1 Million Cups
Every Wednesday, 1MC hears from entrepreneurs over a cup of coffee. Followed by lots of networking and no cost coworking at Plexpod for the day. Don't miss it! Attend: Join live […]
5 events,
SBDC CEO Roundtable
SBDC CEO Roundtable
As the CEO or owner of a small business your employees, clients, partners, shareholders, or board of directors look to you for vision, leadership, direction, and strategic guidance. Join like-minded […]
Everything HR – for new and existing businesses
Everything HR – for new and existing businesses
This IN-PERSON session, led by Pamela Rosterman of Lever1, explores workable strategies to help you manage HR at your business with a step-by-step guide. It helps prepare you before you […]
Elevate! Grow your Childcare Business
Elevate! Grow your Childcare Business
About this event Our Childcare Business Program is designed to provide business insight to established childcare entrepreneurs for home and center-based businesses. Elevate program participants will follow a process to […]
2 events,
SMCKC Presents: Rising Above the Social Media Noise with a Familiar Voice
SMCKC Presents: Rising Above the Social Media Noise with a Familiar Voice
Dream jobs are what everyone aspires to and Brian Hanni is living his. Brian Hanni is in the midst of his eighth season as the “Voice of the Jayhawks”, broadcasting […]
Fundraising Leadership Series- Module 1 – Building a Culture of Philanthropy
Fundraising Leadership Series- Module 1 – Building a Culture of Philanthropy
The Fundraising Leadership Series provides development professionals with essential leadership skills to be a strategic leader in their organization. The unique design of this certificate series, co-created with nonprofit leaders, […]
1 event,
Build Your Business Plan: Week 3 (Hybrid)
Build Your Business Plan: Week 3 (Hybrid)
In this five-week activity-based workshop participants will learn how to create a business plan using Gale’s Plan Builder database. Week 3. Break-Even Analysis What is the cost of doing business? […]
1 event,
Songwriter’s Night at Westport Coffee
Songwriter’s Night at Westport Coffee
Come enjoy a gathering of some of the best local and regional songwriters at Westport Coffe House in the theatre inside Green Room Burgers and Beer. We will hear from […]
1 event,
The Little Desk: Conversations on Entrepreneurship – Session 2
The Little Desk: Conversations on Entrepreneurship – Session 2
UMKC, The Porter House KC and KCSourceLink are hosting The Little Desk, a series of master classes designed to introduce new and aspiring entrepreneurs to Kansas City’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Session […]
4 events,
IN-PERSON – Strategic Planning for Small Nonprofits
IN-PERSON – Strategic Planning for Small Nonprofits
Don’t be afraid of strategic planning! Even small nonprofits can – and should – engage in some form of strategic planning. This IN PERSON workshop will introduce you to the […]
WEBINAR – Strategic Plan for Small Nonprofits
WEBINAR – Strategic Plan for Small Nonprofits
Don’t be afraid of strategic planning! Even small nonprofits can – and should – engage in some form of strategic planning. This ONLINE webinar will introduce you to the concept […]
Winning Federal Research Grants: SBIR/STTR Workshop
Winning Federal Research Grants: SBIR/STTR Workshop
An introductory look at how to win Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Research grants. Learn how to find, apply, and create a strategies to gain funding for […]
5 events,
Business Basics in a Day – How to Start a Business
Business Basics in a Day – How to Start a Business
Learn the fundamentals of what it takes to get your business started and apply for a business loan, including determining the feasibility of your business, creating a lean canvas plan, […]
THE CRUNCH
THE CRUNCH
The CRUNCH is the 1 Millions Cups of Lawrence Kansas. This is a weekly event for local entrepreneurs to meet and present their businesses to the Lawrence community. The coffee […]
1 Million Cups
1 Million Cups
Every Wednesday, 1MC hears from entrepreneurs over a cup of coffee. Followed by lots of networking and no cost coworking at Plexpod for the day. Don't miss it! Attend: Join live […]
3 events,
Which Social Media Platform Is Right for Your Business? (Hybrid)
Which Social Media Platform Is Right for Your Business? (Hybrid)
Facebook. Instagram. Twitter. LinkedIn. TikTok? In this Square One program, learn about the difference between these social media platforms and get some insight about which one will be the best […]
Elevate! Grow your Childcare Business
Elevate! Grow your Childcare Business
About this event Our Childcare Business Program is designed to provide business insight to established childcare entrepreneurs for home and center-based businesses. Elevate program participants will follow a process to […]
VetBiz Activate
VetBiz Activate
Whether you have an idea for a small business or just recently began and need to establish your foundation, this program will move your forward. Through formal instruction by industry […]
0 events,
1 event,
Build Your Business Plan: Week 4 (Hybrid)
Build Your Business Plan: Week 4 (Hybrid)
In this five-week activity-based workshop participants will learn how to create a business plan using Gale’s Plan Builder database. Week 4: Business Plan What are you planning for? Some businesses […]
0 events,
1 event,
The Little Desk: Conversations on Entrepreneurship – Session 3
The Little Desk: Conversations on Entrepreneurship – Session 3
UMKC, The Porter House KC and KCSourceLink are hosting The Little Desk, a series of master classes designed to introduce new and aspiring entrepreneurs to Kansas City’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Session […]
2 events,
Fundraising Leadership Series- Module 5 – Strategic Communications
Fundraising Leadership Series- Module 5 – Strategic Communications
The Fundraising Leadership Series provides development professionals with essential leadership skills to be a strategic leader in their organization. The unique design of this certificate series, co-created with nonprofit leaders, […]
Biz Action Plan Workshop: Week 5—Look Before You Leap (Hybrid)
Biz Action Plan Workshop: Week 5—Look Before You Leap (Hybrid)
In this five-week activity-based workshop, we will learn how to assess a business idea and will put together an action plan. No need to build a long business plan when […]
4 events,
THE CRUNCH
THE CRUNCH
The CRUNCH is the 1 Millions Cups of Lawrence Kansas. This is a weekly event for local entrepreneurs to meet and present their businesses to the Lawrence community. The coffee […]
1 Million Cups
1 Million Cups
Every Wednesday, 1MC hears from entrepreneurs over a cup of coffee. Followed by lots of networking and no cost coworking at Plexpod for the day. Don't miss it! Attend: Join live […]
Developing Your Online Presence
Developing Your Online Presence
Developing your online presence is absolutely critical for all businesses. In this webinar, you will learn step-by-step how to create your business' online marketing presence. We will cover: • How […]
2 events,
SEO, Algorithms and Analytics – Oh My (Hybrid)
SEO, Algorithms and Analytics – Oh My (Hybrid)
This workshop focuses on Search Engine Optimization (SEO), algorithms, and analytics. Participants will learn how to optimize websites for search engines, understand algorithms, and use analytics tools to track website […]
VetBiz Activate
VetBiz Activate
Whether you have an idea for a small business or just recently began and need to establish your foundation, this program will move your forward. Through formal instruction by industry […]
1 event,
Fundraising Leadership Series- Module 2 – Designing the Long Game
Fundraising Leadership Series- Module 2 – Designing the Long Game
The Fundraising Leadership Series provides development professionals with essential leadership skills to be a strategic leader in their organization. The unique design of this certificate series, co-created with nonprofit leaders, […]
1 event,
Build Your Business Plan: Week 5 (Hybrid)
Build Your Business Plan: Week 5 (Hybrid)
In this five-week activity-based workshop participants will learn how to create a business plan using Gale’s Plan Builder database. Week 5: Financial Projections Where are you headed? Looking beyond the […]
0 events,
2 events,
Tracking Money for Your Small Business (Hybrid)
Tracking Money for Your Small Business (Hybrid)
Spreadsheets got you down? Join us for a small group working session to get back to the basics of business finance. We know not everyone spends their day working on […]
The Little Desk: Conversations on Entrepreneurship – Session 4
The Little Desk: Conversations on Entrepreneurship – Session 4
UMKC, The Porter House KC and KCSourceLink are hosting The Little Desk, a series of master classes designed to introduce new and aspiring entrepreneurs to Kansas City’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Session […]
3 events,
QuickBooks Fundamentals – for Online Users
QuickBooks Fundamentals – for Online Users
Learn how to set up your business using this popular online accounting program - the right way. In this beginning-level seminar, you will learn how to create your own chart […]
Create Your 30-Day Social Media Calendar (Hybrid)
Create Your 30-Day Social Media Calendar (Hybrid)
Consistency is crucial when navigating social media algorithms but finding the time to post can be difficult for business owners. In this Square One program, learn how to brainstorm, create, […]
Business Credit
Business Credit
Are you paying for business expenses out of your own pocket? Have you signed up for a business credit-building program that provided little value? Do you need more capital, and […]
3 events,
THE CRUNCH
THE CRUNCH
The CRUNCH is the 1 Millions Cups of Lawrence Kansas. This is a weekly event for local entrepreneurs to meet and present their businesses to the Lawrence community. The coffee […]
1 Million Cups
1 Million Cups
Every Wednesday, 1MC hears from entrepreneurs over a cup of coffee. Followed by lots of networking and no cost coworking at Plexpod for the day. Don't miss it! Attend: Join live […]
Keystone Sessions
Keystone Sessions
Facilitating connection across industries, interests and talents. Keystone Sessions is where those interested in new ideas can gather in a casual setting to listen to speakers, engage with panels, and […]
3 events,
Pitching to Investors
Pitching to Investors
Learn about what investors need to know and want to see before making an investment in a start-up. Presented by Michele Weigand, Managing Partner of Focused Perspective with over 27 […]
VetBiz Activate
VetBiz Activate
Whether you have an idea for a small business or just recently began and need to establish your foundation, this program will move your forward. Through formal instruction by industry […]
21 Videos in 21 Days: Week 1 – Getting Started
21 Videos in 21 Days: Week 1 – Getting Started
Social video is here to stay and if you aren’t incorporating video content into your social channels, you are already missing out on one of the biggest trends in marketing. […]
4 events,
Fundraising Leadership Series- Module 3 – Prioritizing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Fundraising
Fundraising Leadership Series- Module 3 – Prioritizing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Fundraising
The Fundraising Leadership Series provides development professionals with essential leadership skills to be a strategic leader in their organization. The unique design of this certificate series, co-created with nonprofit leaders, […]
IN PERSON – Grant Prep Boot Camp Workshop
IN PERSON – Grant Prep Boot Camp Workshop
At this IN PERSON workshop, you will learn how to research, prepare, write and apply for grants. At the end of this workshop, you will be able to target and […]
WEBINAR – Grant Prep Boot Camp Workshop
WEBINAR – Grant Prep Boot Camp Workshop
In three hours, you will learn how to research, prepare, write and apply for grants. At the end of this webinar, you will be able to target and learn how […]
3 events,
Financial Statement Basics
Financial Statement Basics
The Financial Statement Basics IN-PERSON workshop presented by the Kansas City Score Chapter explains in plain language basic financial terms and concepts that small business owners need to know. You […]
Sources of Funding
Sources of Funding
This IN-PERSON session offers information on how to finance your small business, exploring various sources of funding and criteria needed for each. Learn about traditional funding sources starting with your […]
Financial Projections
Financial Projections
If you're starting a business, financial projections help you plan your startup budget, assess profitability, and set benchmarks for achieving financial goals. Financial projections are also an important piece of […]
0 events,
4 events,
Growing Your Business with Facebook Groups (Hybrid)
Growing Your Business with Facebook Groups (Hybrid)
Facebook Groups are a tried-and-true way to start conversations with your customers. Taking advantage of these free online groups is a great marketing technique that many business owners ignore. In […]
Trade Talks: Importing from Asia
Trade Talks: Importing from Asia
Join us and World Trade Center – Kansas City for "Trade Talks: Importing from Asia,” an evening of networking and trade topics. Learn from the experience of our seasoned speakers […]
Developing A Web-Based Business
Developing A Web-Based Business
Selling your products or services on-line gives you access to a wide variety of customers anywhere in the world. There are considerations, though, that do not exist with a brick-and-mortar […]
1 event,
Social Media 101: Week 1 (Hybrid)
Social Media 101: Week 1 (Hybrid)
Social media has become a integral part of our daily lives. This course aims to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to leverage social media for their business. […]
5 events,
Reboot | In Person (Springfield, MO)
Reboot | In Person (Springfield, MO)
Have you ever dreamed of owning and operating your own business? If so, this is the place for you. The U.S. Small Business Administration, SCORE and the Veterans Business Outreach […]
THE CRUNCH
THE CRUNCH
The CRUNCH is the 1 Millions Cups of Lawrence Kansas. This is a weekly event for local entrepreneurs to meet and present their businesses to the Lawrence community. The coffee […]
1 Million Cups
1 Million Cups
Every Wednesday, 1MC hears from entrepreneurs over a cup of coffee. Followed by lots of networking and no cost coworking at Plexpod for the day. Don't miss it! Attend: Join live […]
2 events,
WEBINAR -Business Planning Tools
WEBINAR -Business Planning Tools
Fail to Plan? Plan to Fail? Use an easy, visual tool to plan! Entrepreneurs just starting, existing businesses adding products or services, or industries undergoing significant change can all use […]
VetBiz Activate
VetBiz Activate
Whether you have an idea for a small business or just recently began and need to establish your foundation, this program will move your forward. Through formal instruction by industry […]
1 event,
Simple Steps for Starting your Business – Basics
Simple Steps for Starting your Business – Basics
This IN PERSON workshop provides you with: * An overview of the skills and tools you need when deciding to start a business * The advantages and disadvantages of owning […]
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