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SUMMARY:IRS Resources for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear from your IRS Senior Stakeholder Liaison about: \n• IRS tax tools and resources designed to support small businesses• Learn about common mistakes to avoid• Discover how to safeguard information and watch for tax-related scams• Tips on choosing a paid tax preparer• Conclude with a short Q&A session
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/irs-resources/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Scale,Start,Tech
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T120000
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SUMMARY:GROWTH360
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nGrowth360 is a 10 session course starting on June 17 and running through August 19\, 2024. It is held on Monday mornings from 9am – Noon in person at 4747 Troost Ave\, KCMO 64110. Attendance at all 10 sessions is expected. \n\n\n\nWith a 360° perspective\, businesses can avoid blind spots and make smarter decisions. This workshop introduces the GrowthWheel® Framework with participants taking home tools\, Decision Sheets and 30-60-90 Day Plans. \n\n\n\nHow can GROWTH 360 help your business? \n\n\n\n\nSupports the decision making we do every day.\n\n\n\nSupplies a visual toolkit for dialogue\, focus\, agenda setting\, decision-making and action- taking.\n\n\n\nProvides a simple action oriented process to help you grow.\n\n\n\nStays true to the way most entrepreneurs think and work.\n\n\n\nHelps companies determine which areas to focus on to strengthen and grow their business.\n\n\n\nGives an alternative to the conventional business plan.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease review these qualifications and email sbdc@umkc.edu with any questions: \n\n\n\n\nat least 2 years in business\n\n\n\n$50\,000 in sales prior year\n\n\n\nowner working full time on business\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFee: $899  \nThe registration link below is for your payment and is the first of two steps. You will also need to complete the client registration for this course. If you have worked with our center in the past (counseling or trainings)\, you will login as an existing account. If you have never worked with us\, you will complete a new account. \nIf we only receive one half of this process\, you will be contacted to complete the other step. \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/growth360/
LOCATION:Troost Ave\, 4747 Troost Ave\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64110
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20240521T224825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T224825Z
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SUMMARY:SBIR Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:Do you have an innovative\, significant technology with commercial potential?Are you interested in or planning to apply for one of the lucrative SBIR or STTR research grants offered by the Federal Government?Then the SBIR Bootcamp may be right for you. Open to qualified participants within the Kansas City Metro area this 2-day Bootcamp will be taught by Julie Assel\, one of the area’s top grant-writers. Together with our Missouri SBDC technology development and commercialization experts\, Sally Williams and Mark Calhoun. They will lead you through the process of developing an SBIR or STTR grant proposal. You will receive group and one-on-one coaching as you work through each section of the grant application. By the end of the bootcamp you will have developed an outline for your grant proposal.$2500 Phase 0 grants may be available to qualified companies for grant-writing assistance.More information will be available at the bootcamp. \nJune 13 – 9am-4pmJune 14 – 9am-2pm
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/sbir-bootcamp/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Tech
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240605T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240605T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20231109T010134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T010134Z
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SUMMARY:Government Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nIn this introductory 1.5 hour class to government contracting\, we cover how to navigate\, research and connect to the government marketplace. Attendees will leave with useful tools and next steps to compete for government contracts on the federal\, state or local level. \nAfter attending this class\, any business may sign up for APEX Accelerator Services. Our Missouri APEX free services include: \n\nStrategic Approaches\nMarketing to Government Agencies\nResearching Past & Current Bid Opportunities\nBid – Prep\, Review\, Submittal & Post\nRegistrations\nSmall Business Certifications – Federal\, State & Local\nEducation Resources\nOther Guidance As Needed
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/government-contracting-101-june-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator at UMKC":MAILTO:apex@umkc.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240522T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240522T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20231129T023840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T023840Z
UID:10000472-1716395400-1716404400@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Pitching to Investors
DESCRIPTION:Learn about what investors need to know and want to see before making an investment in a start-up. \n\n\n\nPresented 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. \n\n\n\n\nPay Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/pitching-to-investors/
LOCATION:Troost Ave\, 4747 Troost Ave\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64110
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20231129T020602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T020602Z
UID:10000471-1715254200-1715263200@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Winning Federal Research Grants: SBIR/STTR Workshop
DESCRIPTION:An introductory look at how to win Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Research grants. \n\n\n\nLearn how to find\, apply\, and create a strategies to gain funding for a growing technology business. \n\n\n\nThe highly competitive SBIR program encourages domestic small businesses to engage in federal research and research development (R&D) that has the potential for commercialization. SBIR enables small businesses to explore technological potential and provides the incentive to profit from its commercialization. Kansas City area companies have successfully funded their research with SBIR/STTR grants that can total up to $1.5 million for each business. Learn how your business could qualify. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/sbir-sttr/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Tech
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240501T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240501T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20231109T010019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T010019Z
UID:10000467-1714554000-1714559400@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Government Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nIn this introductory 1.5 hour class to government contracting\, we cover how to navigate\, research and connect to the government marketplace. Attendees will leave with useful tools and next steps to compete for government contracts on the federal\, state or local level. \nAfter attending this class\, any business may sign up for APEX Accelerator Services. Our Missouri APEX free services include: \n\nStrategic Approaches\nMarketing to Government Agencies\nResearching Past & Current Bid Opportunities\nBid – Prep\, Review\, Submittal & Post\nRegistrations\nSmall Business Certifications – Federal\, State & Local\nEducation Resources\nOther Guidance As Needed
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/government-contracting-101-may-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator at UMKC":MAILTO:apex@umkc.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20240311T195128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T195128Z
UID:10000477-1713366000-1713376800@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Strategic Succession: Empowering Growth through Employee Involvement
DESCRIPTION:Hear from Kylie Jackson from Great Game of Business on helping organizations reach their highest potential and value through employee involvement.Gain insights from our expert panel as they delve into the transformative benefits of employee ownership.\n Refreshments will be served. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/strategic_succession/
LOCATION:CrossFirst Bank Headquarters\, 11440 Tomahawk Creek Parkway\, Leawood\, KS\, 66211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Start,Tech
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240403T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240403T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20231109T005839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T005839Z
UID:10000466-1712134800-1712140200@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Government Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nIn this introductory 1.5 hour class to government contracting\, we cover how to navigate\, research and connect to the government marketplace. Attendees will leave with useful tools and next steps to compete for government contracts on the federal\, state or local level. \nAfter attending this class\, any business may sign up for APEX Accelerator Services. Our Missouri APEX free services include: \n\nStrategic Approaches\nMarketing to Government Agencies\nResearching Past & Current Bid Opportunities\nBid – Prep\, Review\, Submittal & Post\nRegistrations\nSmall Business Certifications – Federal\, State & Local\nEducation Resources\nOther Guidance As Needed
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/government-contracting-101-april-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator at UMKC":MAILTO:apex@umkc.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20231109T005101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T005101Z
UID:10000465-1711454400-1711458000@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:New Venture Nuggets
DESCRIPTION:Who: Entrepreneurs ready to start or ready to learn what you might have missed at the start \n\n\n\nHow: These virtual sessions are available through Zoom. There is no fee\, but pre-registration is required. The class takes place on five consecutive Tuesdays from Noon to 1pm. \n\n\n\nWeek 1: Definition of a business and the “startup loop of despair” \n\n\n\nWeek 2: Identifying your paying customer \n\n\n\nWeek 3: Getting real proof of concept \n\n\n\nWeek 4: Marketing \n\n\n\nWeek 5: Startup sales \n\n\n\nLeave each week with an assignment to apply what you have learned and an opportunity to meet with a business counselor to review your progress.
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/new-venture-nuggets/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240321T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240321T093000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20240117T212938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T212938Z
UID:10000476-1711009800-1711013400@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Tax Smart Insights: Maximize Your Business Setup for Optimal Tax Benefits
DESCRIPTION:Join us as the Husch Blackwell attorneys share their recommendations on business setup: \n\n\n\nHow your company is set up matters! LLC\, LLC filing as S Corp\, C Corp?\n \nWhich entity type is right for your business and what are the tax implications of each?\n\n\n\nCoffee and refreshments will be served \n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/tax-smart-insights/
LOCATION:Husch Blackwell\, 4801 Main St.\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, 64112\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240306T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240306T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20231109T235920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T235920Z
UID:10000470-1709715600-1709721000@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Government Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nIn this introductory 1.5 hour class to government contracting\, we cover how to navigate\, research and connect to the government marketplace. Attendees will leave with useful tools and next steps to compete for government contracts on the federal\, state or local level. \nAfter attending this class\, any business may sign up for APEX Accelerator Services. Our Missouri APEX free services include: \n\nStrategic Approaches\nMarketing to Government Agencies\nResearching Past & Current Bid Opportunities\nBid – Prep\, Review\, Submittal & Post\nRegistrations\nSmall Business Certifications – Federal\, State & Local\nEducation Resources\nOther Guidance As Needed
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/government-contracting-101-march-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator at UMKC":MAILTO:apex@umkc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240229T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240229T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20230713T212302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T212302Z
UID:10000459-1709224200-1709233200@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Pitching to Investors
DESCRIPTION:Learn about what investors need to know and want to see before making an investment in a start-up. \n\n\n\nPresented 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. \n\n\n\n\nPay Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/pitching-to-investors-feb-2024/
LOCATION:Troost Ave\, 4747 Troost Ave\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64110
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240227T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240227T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20230713T212154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T212154Z
UID:10000458-1709055000-1709065800@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Reading and Understanding Financial Statements
DESCRIPTION:Designed for business owners\, managers\, accountants\, bankers and consultants who need to know how to turn financial statements into useful management tools\, this course will teach you to identify key business information that is captured on the income statement and balance sheet. \n\n\n\nLearn to calculate ratios and understand what it means in terms of business productivity and success.
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/reading-and-understanding-financial-statements-feb-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20240117T212533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T212533Z
UID:10000475-1708509600-1708516800@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Live Screening of the 2024 SBA Missouri Contracting Corner Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Come screen the Missouri Contracting Corner presentation by Crystal Ober\, Director of the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Office of Small Business Programs.Presentation Topics:• An Overview Of The (7) DLA Supply Chains• DLA Contracting Services Office• DLA Distribution• DLA Internet Bid Board• DLA Small Business Set-Aside Programs• DLA Subcontracting program• DLA Aviation’s role in aviation demand and supply chain management for DLA and much of the Defense Department• DLA’s Critical MissionStay for a post-Missouri Contracting Corner discussion on best practices and resources for small business contractors. The discussion will feature the following speakers:• Shelton Watson\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Procurement Center Representative (PCR)• Igor Soares\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Business Opportunity Specialist• Jason Cole\, Senior Business Consultant from Missouri Apex Accelerators\n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/live-screening-of-the-2024-sba-missouri-contracting-corner-webinar/
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240220T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240220T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20230713T212058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T212058Z
UID:10000457-1708450200-1708461000@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Social Media Mindset: Build Relationships not Clicks!
DESCRIPTION:Social media can be an amazing tool for your small business. Learn how to use those channels to create content that can equal not just sales\, but lifelong customers! \n\n\n\n\nPay here\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/social-media-mindset-build-relationships-not-clicks-feb-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240207T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20230912T233331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T233331Z
UID:10000462-1707296400-1707301800@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Government Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nIn this introductory 1.5 hour class to government contracting\, we cover how to navigate\, research and connect to the government marketplace. Attendees will leave with useful tools and next steps to compete for government contracts on the federal\, state or local level. \nAfter attending this class\, any business may sign up for APEX Accelerator Services. Our Missouri APEX free services include: \n\nStrategic Approaches\nMarketing to Government Agencies\nResearching Past & Current Bid Opportunities\nBid – Prep\, Review\, Submittal & Post\nRegistrations\nSmall Business Certifications – Federal\, State & Local\nEducation Resources\nOther Guidance As Needed\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/government-contracting-101-feb-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator at UMKC":MAILTO:apex@umkc.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20230713T210022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T210022Z
UID:10000456-1706194800-1706205600@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:ELEVATIONLAB TECH VENTURE
DESCRIPTION:This class meets for 9 weeks on Thursdays from 3:00pm – 6:00pm; Attendance at all 9 sessions is highly encouraged. \n\n\n\nYou’re on the cusp of developing a cutting-edge technology or science-based business while Kansas City’s entrepreneurial community is buzzing and moving faster than ever before. You want to be part of it\, but you need help with the details\, including funding and intellectual property protection. \n\n\n\nDesigned specifically by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs\, this program is an intensive nine-session course designed to give technology and science based entrepreneurs a proven framework and network of connections to help grow a great idea into the next viable innovation. Experienced business coaches and successful entrepreneurs work together to facilitate critical teachings\, guide lively small group sessions\, and share practical experiences to enhance your business. Participants learn with and from their peers\, creating a powerful network that continues well after the program is complete. \n\n\n\nDeadline for payment is January 23. \nScholarships may be available and your application will be reviewed for those opportunities. The scholarship cost is $150. 
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/elevationlab-tech-venture-jan-2024/
LOCATION:Troost Ave\, 4747 Troost Ave\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64110
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20230803T222341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T222341Z
UID:10000460-1705654800-1705665600@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:GROWTH360
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nGrowth360 is a 10 session course starting on January 19 and running through March 22. It is held on Friday mornings from 9am – Noon in person at 4747 Troost Ave\, KCMO 64110. Attendance at all 10 sessions is expected. \n\n\n\nWith a 360° perspective\, businesses can avoid blind spots and make smarter decisions. This workshop introduces the GrowthWheel® Framework with participants taking home tools\, Decision Sheets and 30-60-90 Day Plans. \n\n\n\nHow can GROWTH 360 help your business? \n\n\n\n\nSupports the decision making we do every day.\n\n\n\nSupplies a visual toolkit for dialogue\, focus\, agenda setting\, decision-making and action- taking.\n\n\n\nProvides a simple action oriented process to help you grow.\n\n\n\nStays true to the way most entrepreneurs think and work.\n\n\n\nHelps companies determine which areas to focus on to strengthen and grow their business.\n\n\n\nGives an alternative to the conventional business plan.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease review these qualifications and email sbdc@umkc.edu for any questions.  \n\n\n\n\nat least 2 years in business\n\n\n\n$50\,000 in sales prior year\n\n\n\nowner working full time on business\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFee: $899  \nThe registration link below is for your payment and is the first of two steps. You will also need to complete the client registration for this course. If you have worked with our center in the past (counseling or trainings)\, you will login as an existing account. If you have never worked with us\, you will complete a new account. \nIf we only receive one half of this process\, you will be contacted to complete the other step. \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/growth360-jan-2024/
LOCATION:Troost Ave\, 4747 Troost Ave\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64110
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ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20230711T203049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T203049Z
UID:10000453-1705395600-1705420800@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:ELEVATIONLAB NEW VENTURE
DESCRIPTION:This session has five consecutive classes on Tuesdays.  Attendance at all five classes is highly encouraged. \n\n\n\nDo you dream of owning your own business? \n\n\n\nAre you ready for a realistic perspective on whether or not people really want to buy what you want to sell? \n\n\n\nThis program helps aspiring  and newer entrepreneurs look at all aspects of their business idea\, exploring the feasibility of their new venture and learning how to develop a viable business. This business creation program is fast-paced\, interactive\, fun and energizing.The Missouri Small Business Development Center at UMKC’s ELEVATIONLAB offers the program in an accelerated time frame to let potential entrepreneurs get started with their businesses as soon as possible. Guest speakers and entrepreneurs bring their real-world experience to make topics come alive.Participants develop and grow their businesses through the group activities and coaching from professional business counselors. The class materials include FastTrac\, GrowthWheel® and other elements with step-by-step activities and in-depth information. You don’t just learn about business\, you work on your own business venture throughout the program. \n\n\n\nScholarships may be available. Your application will be reviewed for those opportunities. The scholarship cost is $150. \nDeadline for application and payment is January 12\, 2024. \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/elevationlab-new-venture-jan-2024/
LOCATION:Troost Ave\, 4747 Troost Ave\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64110
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240110T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20230912T233233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T233233Z
UID:10000461-1704877200-1704882600@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Government Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nIn this introductory 1.5 hour class to government contracting\, we cover how to navigate\, research and connect to the government marketplace. Attendees will leave with useful tools and next steps to compete for government contracts on the federal\, state or local level. \nAfter attending this class\, any business may sign up for APEX Accelerator Services. Our Missouri APEX free services include: \n\nStrategic Approaches\nMarketing to Government Agencies\nResearching Past & Current Bid Opportunities\nBid – Prep\, Review\, Submittal & Post\nRegistrations\nSmall Business Certifications – Federal\, State & Local\nEducation Resources\nOther Guidance As Needed\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/government-contracting-101-jan-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator at UMKC":MAILTO:apex@umkc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20231109T002326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T002326Z
UID:10000464-1704358800-1704369600@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Myth Busters: Entrepreneurial Edition
DESCRIPTION:Join us to get answers to the most frequently asked questions by aspiring entrepreneurs\, including: \n\n\n\n*Are grants real and available? \n\n\n\n*Will the bank lend me money? \n\n\n\n*Do I need a business plan? \n\n\n\n*Will anyone buy what I’m selling? \n\n\n\nWhat comes first? Let us help put your next steps in order after the myths are busted! \n\n\n\nLeave the session with an ACTION PLAN to continue your journey to business ownership and know if you are ready! \n\n\n\nUse the registration link to login to our client system. In the upper right corner log in with the email you previously used to create an account. If you need to reset your password that is fine. \n\n\n\nIf you have not registered with the Missouri SBDC statewide network previously\, you will create a new account in the middle of the screen.
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/myth-busters-entrepreneurial-edition/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231206T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20230713T205728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T205728Z
UID:10000455-1701853200-1701858600@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Government Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\nCourse attendance will be through zoom. You will receive the zoom link 1-2 days prior to class. Pre-registration is required. \n\n\n\nAfter attending this orientation seminar\, a business is eligible to sign up for MO APEX Accelerators’ services including: \n\n\n\n\nMarketing to the Government\n\n\n\nIdentifying Government Bidding Opportunities\n\n\n\nGovernment Bid Preparation Assistance\n\n\n\nProviding Government Specifications and Standards\n\n\n\nProviding Government Bid Price Histories\n\n\n\nGovernment Registration and Certification Assistance\n\n\n\nGovernment Procurement Counseling\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/government-contracting-dec-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231128T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231128T091500
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20230512T184703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T184703Z
UID:10000446-1701160200-1701162900@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:You're running out of time...Exiting your business
DESCRIPTION:Join us as the Husch Blackwell attorneys share their recommendations on exiting your business: \n\n\n\nBest business structure to be acquired \n\n\n\nSmall business pre-qualifications for purchase/sale \n\n\n\nConsider Tax Implications \n\n\n\nTypes of Succession Plans \n\n\n\nProtect Stakeholder Interests \n\n\n\nCoffee and refreshments will be served \n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/youre-running-out-of-time/
LOCATION:Husch Blackwell\, 4801 Main St.\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, 64112\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231117T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20231109T001730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T001730Z
UID:10000463-1700211600-1700218800@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:MTC Idea Fund Information Session with Q&A
DESCRIPTION:This information session offers the opportunity to learn more about MTC’s IDEA Fund Co-Investment Program from Julia Campbell\, MTC’s IDEA Fund Manager\, and determine if your company is a fit for the state-sponsored early-stage investment program. The Missouri Technology Corporation (MTC) is now accepting applications for its IDEA Fund Co-Investment Program which makes equity investments to pre-seed\, seed\, and Series A stage companies. \nApplications are open continuously and reviewed quarterly.\nApplications for the January 2024 Award Cycle are due on November 15\, 2023\nApplications for the April 2024 Award Cycle are due on February 7\, 2024 .\nTo date\, MTC has made direct investments of over $47M into just under 145 of the state’s most promising early-stage technology-focused companies and those companies have raised over $1.3bn in follow-on private funding. Sign up today! \nThe Missouri Technology Corporation (MTC) is a public-private partnership created by the Missouri General Assembly to promote entrepreneurship and foster the growth of new and emerging high-tech companies within the state.
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/mtc-idea-fund/
LOCATION:Troost Ave\, 4747 Troost Ave\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64110
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20220601T200203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T200203Z
UID:10000422-1699378200-1699389000@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Social Media Mindset: Build Relationships not Clicks!
DESCRIPTION:Social media can be an amazing tool for your small business. Learn how to use those channels to create content that can equal not just sales\, but lifelong customers! \n\n\n\n\nPay here\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/social-media-mindset-build-relationships-not-clicks-nov-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20230713T205605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T205605Z
UID:10000454-1698829200-1698834600@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Government Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\nCourse attendance will be through zoom. You will receive the zoom link 1-2 days prior to class. Pre-registration is required. \n\n\n\nAfter attending this orientation seminar\, a business is eligible to sign up for MO APEX Accelerators’ services including: \n\n\n\n\nMarketing to the Government\n\n\n\nIdentifying Government Bidding Opportunities\n\n\n\nGovernment Bid Preparation Assistance\n\n\n\nProviding Government Specifications and Standards\n\n\n\nProviding Government Bid Price Histories\n\n\n\nGovernment Registration and Certification Assistance\n\n\n\nGovernment Procurement Counseling\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/government-contracting-101-nov-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20221214T225115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T225115Z
UID:10000434-1698337800-1698346800@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Pitching to Investors
DESCRIPTION:Learn about what investors need to know and want to see before making an investment in a start-up. \n\n\n\nPresented 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. \nClasses will be held in person barring any extenuating circumstances. Should the class be moved to zoom\, you will receive that information at least 48 hours in advance.  \n\n\n\n\nPay Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/pitching-to-investors-oct-2023/
LOCATION:Troost Ave\, 4747 Troost Ave\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64110
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20221214T191438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T191438Z
UID:10000432-1698233400-1698242400@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:Winning Federal Research Grants: SBIR/STTR Workshop
DESCRIPTION:An introductory look at how to win Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Research grants. \n\n\n\nLearn how to find\, apply\, and create a strategies to gain funding for a growing technology business. \n\n\n\nThe highly competitive SBIR program encourages domestic small businesses to engage in federal research and research development (R&D) that has the potential for commercialization. SBIR enables small businesses to explore technological potential and provides the incentive to profit from its commercialization. Kansas City area companies have successfully funded their research with SBIR/STTR grants that can total up to $1.5 million for each business. Learn how your business could qualify. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/winning-federal-research-grants-sbir-sttr-workshop-oct-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231003T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231003T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T182352
CREATED:20220601T192922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T192922Z
UID:10000421-1696323600-1696348800@sbdc.prodjex.dev
SUMMARY:ELEVATIONLAB NEW VENTURE
DESCRIPTION:This session has five consecutive classes on Tuesdays.  Attendance at all five classes is highly encouraged. \n\n\n\nDo you dream of owning your own business? \n\n\n\nAre you ready for a realistic perspective on whether or not people really want to buy what you want to sell? \n\n\n\nThis program helps aspiring  and newer entrepreneurs look at all aspects of their business idea\, exploring the feasibility of their new venture and learning how to develop a viable business. This business creation program is fast-paced\, interactive\, fun and energizing. The Missouri Small Business Development Center at UMKC’s ELEVATIONLAB offers the program in an accelerated time frame to let potential entrepreneurs get started with their businesses as soon as possible. Guest speakers and entrepreneurs bring their real-world experience to make topics come alive. Participants develop and grow their businesses through the group activities and coaching from professional business counselors. The class materials include FastTrac\, GrowthWheel® and other elements with step-by-step activities and in-depth information. You don’t just learn about business\, you work on your own business venture throughout the program. \nScholarships may be available making the cost of class just $150. Your application will be reviewed for those opportunities. Scholarships will be awarded on a first pay\, first receive basis.  \n\n\n\nDeadline for payment is September 29. \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://sbdc.prodjex.dev/event/elevationlab-new-venture-oct-2023/
LOCATION:Troost Ave\, 4747 Troost Ave\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64110
ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri SBDC at UMKC":MAILTO:sbdc@umkc.edu
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