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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
A LIVE BROADCAST ON THE FUTURE OF CSR
A LIVE BROADCAST ON THE FUTURE OF CSR
Step into a room with the experts who are building the technology and communities that will reshape the world of corporate social responsibility. On September 27, Sam Caplan, Submittable’s host of the Impact Studio podcast, meets up with CSR leaders to talk about all things CSR including: CSR and AI, the evolution of CSR, and […]
Customer Discovery – Unlocking the Mystery for Success
Customer Discovery – Unlocking the Mystery for Success
Customer Discovery: Unlocking the Mystery for Success is a three-session, hands-on, interactive workshop for business owners and managers and organizations who are ready to serve their markets more effectively. Each week - across three unique sessions - you will dig into details of your business/organization to identify what you can do to take control of […]
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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. 1-2:30pm Expanding the Innovation Ecosphere Demystify the patent system by discussing the history and importance of patents, the necessity for expanding participation in intellectual property […]
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, CEO of DataBig, a pioneering revenue agency, dives deep into the mechanics of harnessing AI-powered RevTech for business communicators spanning various sectors—from internal corporate setups […]
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 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 […]
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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 expert interviewer. Michael’s illustrious media career started from his midwestern roots, where he was born to tell people’s stories. Friday, September 29th 11:30 a.m. – […]
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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 1 – 10/2/23: The Entrepreneurial Mindset – Featuring Dontavious Young, CEO, Equal Minded Café. Hosted at Equal Minded Café – 4327 Troost Ave. Session 2 […]
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 a business * The most profitable form for your business * The fundamentals of formation, organization, marketing, cash flow and funding sources This is the […]
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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 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 […]
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
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 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 […]
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 make your first hire. Learn how to navigate the challenges ranging from discrimination and wrongful termination to harassment and employee paperwork. Key Takeaways: · * […]
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 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 […]
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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 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 […]
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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 1 – 10/2/23: The Entrepreneurial Mindset – Featuring Dontavious Young, CEO, Equal Minded Café. Hosted at Equal Minded Café – 4327 Troost Ave. Session 2 […]
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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 concept of strategic planning and the important role it can play in helping your organization develop priorities and goals to better accomplish your mission. We […]
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 of strategic planning and the important role it can play in helping your organization develop priorities and goals to better accomplish your mission. We will […]
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 a growing technology business. The highly competitive SBIR program encourages domestic small businesses to engage in federal research and research development (R&D) that has the […]
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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
2 events,
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 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 […]
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 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 […]
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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 1 – 10/2/23: The Entrepreneurial Mindset – Featuring Dontavious Young, CEO, Equal Minded Café. Hosted at Equal Minded Café – 4327 Troost Ave. Session 2 […]
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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
3 events,
SecureWorld 13th Annual Conference
SecureWorld 13th Annual Conference
The 13th annual cybersecurity conference returns October 19 to an exciting new location: The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis in Clayton! Expert presenters will cover some of InfoSec's biggest topics, including offensive and defensive AI, cloud security, vendor risk management, threat intel, and career pathing. The agenda features 15+ educational sessions and the opportunity to earn 6-12 […]
Marketing Mix Basics: 5 Things You Need To Know Presented by the SBDC
Marketing Mix Basics: 5 Things You Need To Know Presented by the SBDC
We’ll review Marketing Basics, with a focus on Social Media Marketing. We’ll start with how to define your WHY? by creating a clear objective and goals for a given marketing project. The 5 Things: WHO you’re talking to WHAT message you want to relay WHEN to say it WHERE to say it HOW to do […]
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 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 […]
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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 1 – 10/2/23: The Entrepreneurial Mindset – Featuring Dontavious Young, CEO, Equal Minded Café. Hosted at Equal Minded Café – 4327 Troost Ave. Session 2 […]
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Show-Me Innovation Teen Pitch Competition
Show-Me Innovation Teen Pitch Competition
Are you an entrepreneur with an idea but no funding? Register TODAY to enter the Show-Me Innovation Teen Pitch Competition on October 24, 2023, and earn up to $1000 in Prize money. Webinars will be available to prepare for the pitch competition. Applications to participate in the competition must be received by Brianna no later […]
1 event,
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
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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 years of Finance and Business Development experience. Michele was the former Chief Investment Officer for KTEC and managed investments for GE Mortgage and GE Reinsurance.
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 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 […]
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JOCO Home & Remodeling Show
JOCO Home & Remodeling Show
The Johnson County Home + Remodeling Show is a vibrant marketplace where you can shop for home-related products and services, experience stunning displays to help inspire your next home project, connect with industry experts, and enjoy informative presentations from renowned local and international home professionals. Whether you’re joining us at the Overland Park Convention Center […]
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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 as they share what you need to know if you are considering importing from Asia including: Importing 101, legal considerations, and business dos & don’ts. […]
THE LITTLE DESK: CONVERSATIONS ON ENTREPRENEURSHIP- Session 5
THE LITTLE DESK: CONVERSATIONS ON ENTREPRENEURSHIP- Session 5
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 […]
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