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Global Entrepreneurship Week is a worldwide initiative that celebrates the innovators and job creators who launch businesses and drive economic growth. Founded in 2008, GEW inspires people everywhere through local, national and global activities designed to help them explore their potential as self-starters and innovators.
Starting a business is exciting—but it can also feel overwhelming. StartSmart: Your Business Foundations is a hands-on, interactive course designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs build a strong foundation.
AI is transforming how we brainstorm, write, and design—but using it well takes strategy. In this hands-on masterclass, you’ll learn how to use tools like ChatGPT, Canva, and Descript to streamline your creative process without losing your authentic voice.
This course is designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs understand the critical role of a Capability Statement in securing government contracts.
SCALEUP! Kansas City is a selective, high-impact program designed for businesses that are ready to grow significantly. This series of classes is built for companies with the potential to reach well beyond $1 million in revenue—or for those already there and looking to continue their upward momentum.
Every business has value—but do you know what actually drives it? Through the Missouri Small Business Development Center, business owners gain access to the confidential Value Builder Assessment, a powerful tool that shows how valuable your business is today and how to increase that value over time.
Running a business means making decisions every day—but it’s easy to miss important details when you’re focused on just one area at a time. GROWTH360 helps business owners step back, see the bigger picture, and make smarter, more confident decisions.
Our office is closed per UMKC policy.
Every business has value—but do you know what actually drives it? Through the Missouri Small Business Development Center, business owners gain access to the confidential Value Builder Assessment, a powerful tool that shows how valuable your business is today and how to increase that value over time.
Every business has value—but do you know what actually drives it? Through the Missouri Small Business Development Center, business owners gain access to the confidential Value Builder Assessment, a powerful tool that shows how valuable your business is today and how to increase that value over time.
This course is designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs understand the critical role of a Capability Statement in securing government contracts.
Every business has value—but do you know what actually drives it? Through the Missouri Small Business Development Center, business owners gain access to the confidential Value Builder Assessment, a powerful tool that shows how valuable your business is today and how to increase that value over time.
Our office is closed per UMKC policy.
Every business has value—but do you know what actually drives it? Through the Missouri Small Business Development Center, business owners gain access to the confidential Value Builder Assessment, a powerful tool that shows how valuable your business is today and how to increase that value over time.
Every business has value—but do you know what actually drives it? Through the Missouri Small Business Development Center, business owners gain access to the confidential Value Builder Assessment, a powerful tool that shows how valuable your business is today and how to increase that value over time.
Your tech start-up breakthrough could be closer than you think. Contact us to discover how SBDC can help you find your focus and make your business a reality.