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SUMMARY:Tech Startup Mastery
DESCRIPTION:Tech Startup Mastery is a nine-session program designed for entrepreneurs developing technology or science-based businesses who want guidance\, structure\, and connection as they grow. With Kansas City’s entrepreneurial ecosystem moving quickly\, this course helps founders navigate critical decisions with greater confidence. \nThe program was designed by entrepreneurs who understand the challenges of building innovative companies. Participants explore essential topics such as identifying funding sources and investors\, understanding pre- and post-money valuation\, pitching to investors\, managing financial projections\, and navigating due diligence. Additional focus areas include deal sheets\, legal structures\, and assessing business feasibility and market demand. \nSessions are led by experienced business coaches and successful entrepreneurs who combine instruction with hands-on guidance and small-group discussions. Participants learn not only from facilitators\, but also from one another\, creating a collaborative learning environment and a strong peer network. \nBy the end of Tech Startup Mastery\, participants gain practical tools\, clearer direction\, and valuable connections—helping turn a great idea into a viable\, market-ready innovation. \nScholarships may be available\, apply here!
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/tech-startup-mastery/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:4747 Troost Ave\, KCMO 64110
CATEGORIES:Tech
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SUMMARY:Proof to Profit
DESCRIPTION:Too many businesses struggle because they’re built on assumptions instead of real customer feedback. Proof to Profit is a three-part virtual training series designed to help entrepreneurs test and validate their ideas early. \nThis course focuses on customer discovery—learning directly from the people you want to serve. You’ll explore practical ways to gather proof through interviews\, surveys\, observations\, and small experiments. These tools help you understand what customers need\, what they value\, and whether your idea is worth pursuing. \nUsing ideas from All In Startup by Diana Kander\, the course helps you avoid the “Startup Loop of Despair\,” where entrepreneurs invest time and money without seeing results. Instead\, you’ll learn how to test\, learn\, and adjust before making big commitments. \nThe series is led by Senior Business Development Consultant Joel Barrett\, a serial entrepreneur who has coached hundreds of business owners. Participants receive a digital copy of All In Startup\, group discussion and coaching\, tools to gather proof of concept\, and access to one-on-one business coaching. \nThis class is a prerequisite to StartSmart. \nScholarships may be available\, apply here!
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/proof-to-profit-2/2026-09-08/
LOCATION:4747 Troost Ave\, KCMO 64110
CATEGORIES:Start,Tech
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SUMMARY:Tech Startup Mastery
DESCRIPTION:Tech Startup Mastery is a nine-session program designed for entrepreneurs developing technology or science-based businesses who want guidance\, structure\, and connection as they grow. With Kansas City’s entrepreneurial ecosystem moving quickly\, this course helps founders navigate critical decisions with greater confidence. \nThe program was designed by entrepreneurs who understand the challenges of building innovative companies. Participants explore essential topics such as identifying funding sources and investors\, understanding pre- and post-money valuation\, pitching to investors\, managing financial projections\, and navigating due diligence. Additional focus areas include deal sheets\, legal structures\, and assessing business feasibility and market demand. \nSessions are led by experienced business coaches and successful entrepreneurs who combine instruction with hands-on guidance and small-group discussions. Participants learn not only from facilitators\, but also from one another\, creating a collaborative learning environment and a strong peer network. \nBy the end of Tech Startup Mastery\, participants gain practical tools\, clearer direction\, and valuable connections—helping turn a great idea into a viable\, market-ready innovation. \nScholarships may be available\, apply here!
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/tech-startup-mastery/2026-09-09/
LOCATION:4747 Troost Ave\, KCMO 64110
CATEGORIES:Tech
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T180000
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SUMMARY:Startup Boards 101
DESCRIPTION:Startup Boards 101 is designed for early-stage companies that are beginning to think seriously about forming a board—or have recently done so and want to do it well. As businesses grow\, boards can play an important role in providing guidance\, accountability\, and strategic support. \nThis three-part workshop series helps entrepreneurs and potential board members understand the fundamentals of early-stage boards. Participants explore why boards matter\, the different types of boards (including advisory and fiduciary)\, and how boards should function in practice. The focus is on building healthy\, productive relationships between founders and board members. \nFounders selected for the program will have moved beyond the initial startup phase and be ready to consider how a board can support long-term growth. The series also offers valuable networking opportunities\, connecting founders with potential board members and others interested in serving on early-stage boards. \nAttendance at all three workshops is required. Due to the hands-on format and limited capacity\, space is limited.
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/startup-boards-101-3/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:4747 Troost Ave\, KCMO 64110
CATEGORIES:Tech
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T180000
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SUMMARY:Proof to Profit
DESCRIPTION:Too many businesses struggle because they’re built on assumptions instead of real customer feedback. Proof to Profit is a three-part virtual training series designed to help entrepreneurs test and validate their ideas early. \nThis course focuses on customer discovery—learning directly from the people you want to serve. You’ll explore practical ways to gather proof through interviews\, surveys\, observations\, and small experiments. These tools help you understand what customers need\, what they value\, and whether your idea is worth pursuing. \nUsing ideas from All In Startup by Diana Kander\, the course helps you avoid the “Startup Loop of Despair\,” where entrepreneurs invest time and money without seeing results. Instead\, you’ll learn how to test\, learn\, and adjust before making big commitments. \nThe series is led by Senior Business Development Consultant Joel Barrett\, a serial entrepreneur who has coached hundreds of business owners. Participants receive a digital copy of All In Startup\, group discussion and coaching\, tools to gather proof of concept\, and access to one-on-one business coaching. \nThis class is a prerequisite to StartSmart. \nScholarships may be available\, apply here!
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/proof-to-profit-2/2026-09-15/
LOCATION:4747 Troost Ave\, KCMO 64110
CATEGORIES:Start,Tech
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SUMMARY:Tech Startup Mastery
DESCRIPTION:Tech Startup Mastery is a nine-session program designed for entrepreneurs developing technology or science-based businesses who want guidance\, structure\, and connection as they grow. With Kansas City’s entrepreneurial ecosystem moving quickly\, this course helps founders navigate critical decisions with greater confidence. \nThe program was designed by entrepreneurs who understand the challenges of building innovative companies. Participants explore essential topics such as identifying funding sources and investors\, understanding pre- and post-money valuation\, pitching to investors\, managing financial projections\, and navigating due diligence. Additional focus areas include deal sheets\, legal structures\, and assessing business feasibility and market demand. \nSessions are led by experienced business coaches and successful entrepreneurs who combine instruction with hands-on guidance and small-group discussions. Participants learn not only from facilitators\, but also from one another\, creating a collaborative learning environment and a strong peer network. \nBy the end of Tech Startup Mastery\, participants gain practical tools\, clearer direction\, and valuable connections—helping turn a great idea into a viable\, market-ready innovation. \nScholarships may be available\, apply here!
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/tech-startup-mastery/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:4747 Troost Ave\, KCMO 64110
CATEGORIES:Tech
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SUMMARY:Startup Boards 101
DESCRIPTION:Startup Boards 101 is designed for early-stage companies that are beginning to think seriously about forming a board—or have recently done so and want to do it well. As businesses grow\, boards can play an important role in providing guidance\, accountability\, and strategic support. \nThis three-part workshop series helps entrepreneurs and potential board members understand the fundamentals of early-stage boards. Participants explore why boards matter\, the different types of boards (including advisory and fiduciary)\, and how boards should function in practice. The focus is on building healthy\, productive relationships between founders and board members. \nFounders selected for the program will have moved beyond the initial startup phase and be ready to consider how a board can support long-term growth. The series also offers valuable networking opportunities\, connecting founders with potential board members and others interested in serving on early-stage boards. \nAttendance at all three workshops is required. Due to the hands-on format and limited capacity\, space is limited.
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/startup-boards-101-3/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:4747 Troost Ave\, KCMO 64110
CATEGORIES:Tech
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T180000
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SUMMARY:Proof to Profit
DESCRIPTION:Too many businesses struggle because they’re built on assumptions instead of real customer feedback. Proof to Profit is a three-part virtual training series designed to help entrepreneurs test and validate their ideas early. \nThis course focuses on customer discovery—learning directly from the people you want to serve. You’ll explore practical ways to gather proof through interviews\, surveys\, observations\, and small experiments. These tools help you understand what customers need\, what they value\, and whether your idea is worth pursuing. \nUsing ideas from All In Startup by Diana Kander\, the course helps you avoid the “Startup Loop of Despair\,” where entrepreneurs invest time and money without seeing results. Instead\, you’ll learn how to test\, learn\, and adjust before making big commitments. \nThe series is led by Senior Business Development Consultant Joel Barrett\, a serial entrepreneur who has coached hundreds of business owners. Participants receive a digital copy of All In Startup\, group discussion and coaching\, tools to gather proof of concept\, and access to one-on-one business coaching. \nThis class is a prerequisite to StartSmart. \nScholarships may be available\, apply here!
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/proof-to-profit-2/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:4747 Troost Ave\, KCMO 64110
CATEGORIES:Start,Tech
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SUMMARY:Tech Startup Mastery
DESCRIPTION:Tech Startup Mastery is a nine-session program designed for entrepreneurs developing technology or science-based businesses who want guidance\, structure\, and connection as they grow. With Kansas City’s entrepreneurial ecosystem moving quickly\, this course helps founders navigate critical decisions with greater confidence. \nThe program was designed by entrepreneurs who understand the challenges of building innovative companies. Participants explore essential topics such as identifying funding sources and investors\, understanding pre- and post-money valuation\, pitching to investors\, managing financial projections\, and navigating due diligence. Additional focus areas include deal sheets\, legal structures\, and assessing business feasibility and market demand. \nSessions are led by experienced business coaches and successful entrepreneurs who combine instruction with hands-on guidance and small-group discussions. Participants learn not only from facilitators\, but also from one another\, creating a collaborative learning environment and a strong peer network. \nBy the end of Tech Startup Mastery\, participants gain practical tools\, clearer direction\, and valuable connections—helping turn a great idea into a viable\, market-ready innovation. \nScholarships may be available\, apply here!
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/tech-startup-mastery/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:4747 Troost Ave\, KCMO 64110
CATEGORIES:Tech
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SUMMARY:Pitching to Investors
DESCRIPTION:Raising investment capital starts with a clear\, well-structured pitch. Pitching to Investors is designed for entrepreneurs who want to better understand how to present their business to potential investors and increase their chances of securing funding. \nThis class breaks down the core components of an effective investor pitch. Participants learn how to clearly communicate the value of their product or service\, describe their target market\, and explain competitive advantages. The workshop also addresses common investor pet peeves and mistakes that can quickly undermine credibility. \nSpecial attention is given to financial slides—what investors expect to see\, what raises red flags\, and how to present numbers in a way that supports your story. You’ll also learn how to make a clear “ask\,” understand what to leave out of your pitch\, and avoid overselling or overcomplicating your message. \nThe workshop is presented by Michele Weigand\, managing partner of Focused Perspective\, who brings more than 27 years of experience in finance and business development. Her background includes serving as chief investment officer for KTEC and managing investments for GE Mortgage and GE Reinsurance. \nParticipants leave with practical guidance\, clearer expectations\, and greater confidence when preparing to pitch to investors. \nScholarships may be available\, apply here!
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/pitching-to-investors-7/
LOCATION:4747 Troost Ave\, KCMO 64110
CATEGORIES:Tech
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SUMMARY:Startup Boards 101
DESCRIPTION:Startup Boards 101 is designed for early-stage companies that are beginning to think seriously about forming a board—or have recently done so and want to do it well. As businesses grow\, boards can play an important role in providing guidance\, accountability\, and strategic support. \nThis three-part workshop series helps entrepreneurs and potential board members understand the fundamentals of early-stage boards. Participants explore why boards matter\, the different types of boards (including advisory and fiduciary)\, and how boards should function in practice. The focus is on building healthy\, productive relationships between founders and board members. \nFounders selected for the program will have moved beyond the initial startup phase and be ready to consider how a board can support long-term growth. The series also offers valuable networking opportunities\, connecting founders with potential board members and others interested in serving on early-stage boards. \nAttendance at all three workshops is required. Due to the hands-on format and limited capacity\, space is limited.
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/startup-boards-101-3/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:4747 Troost Ave\, KCMO 64110
CATEGORIES:Tech
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T180000
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SUMMARY:Tech Startup Mastery
DESCRIPTION:Tech Startup Mastery is a nine-session program designed for entrepreneurs developing technology or science-based businesses who want guidance\, structure\, and connection as they grow. With Kansas City’s entrepreneurial ecosystem moving quickly\, this course helps founders navigate critical decisions with greater confidence. \nThe program was designed by entrepreneurs who understand the challenges of building innovative companies. Participants explore essential topics such as identifying funding sources and investors\, understanding pre- and post-money valuation\, pitching to investors\, managing financial projections\, and navigating due diligence. Additional focus areas include deal sheets\, legal structures\, and assessing business feasibility and market demand. \nSessions are led by experienced business coaches and successful entrepreneurs who combine instruction with hands-on guidance and small-group discussions. Participants learn not only from facilitators\, but also from one another\, creating a collaborative learning environment and a strong peer network. \nBy the end of Tech Startup Mastery\, participants gain practical tools\, clearer direction\, and valuable connections—helping turn a great idea into a viable\, market-ready innovation. \nScholarships may be available\, apply here!
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/tech-startup-mastery/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:4747 Troost Ave\, KCMO 64110
CATEGORIES:Tech
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