Events

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 1 - 10/2/23: The Entrepreneurial Mindset - Featuring Dontavious Young, CEO, Equal Minded Café. Hosted at Equal Minded Café - 4327 Troost Ave. Session 2 […]

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 on whether or not people really want to buy what you want to sell? This program helps aspiring entrepreneurs look at all aspects of their […]

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 a business * The most profitable form for your business * The fundamentals of formation, organization, marketing, cash flow and funding sources This is the […]

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 a simple, actionable plan is all you need. At the end of the program, you will schedule an individual meeting with the instructor to create […]

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 in turn, build a better community through business and entrepreneurship. Come join us for some great ideas and out of the box thinking. The goal […]

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 federal, state and local government registrations and certifications. After attending this orientation seminar, a business is eligible to sign up for MO APEX Accelerators' services […]

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  

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 […]

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 meet one-on-one with leaders in the community. Every Wednesday, Keystone Sessions will feature three 45-minute “sessions” on a wide range of topics that are not […]

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 executives to meet, network with peers and discuss business challenges, successes, and opportunities. Companies must be in business for at least 5 years. Accepted members […]

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 make your first hire. Learn how to navigate the challenges ranging from discrimination and wrongful termination to harassment and employee paperwork. Key Takeaways: · * […]

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 grow their business, develop a marketing strategy, learn operational best practices, and sound methods for managing their childcare business financials, During this cohort you will […]

Getting noticed online starts with having a presence on Google. If you own a business and don't have your Google Business Profile set up, you may be missing out on sales. Join a Business Specialist from Square One to amplify your digital presence by registering your business with the world's largest search engine. Participant takeaways: […]

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 leaders, guest speakers, and individual coaching. Topics will include: -Cultivating a business mindset -Financial management for a small business -Understanding your target customer -Understanding the […]

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 men’s basketball, football and baseball games for his alma mater. How to leverage social media to extend reach when you're starting out How to determine […]

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, recognizes the central role of development in a nonprofit’s culture, strategy, and communications. Participants will engage with other development professionals in an interactive program that […]

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? The break-even point is when your business can support itself through sales alone. Using an expenses worksheet and sales forecasts, participants will determine their break-even […]

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 John Depew, Jenna Rae, Kristen Hamilton, and Kasey Rausch. This will be the first time you can hear from all four of these skilled writers […]