Trainings

Stay connected and inspired with our upcoming events! From networking opportunities to panel discussions and community gatherings, we bring together entrepreneurs, experts, and innovators to share ideas and make meaningful connections. Check back often for updates!

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  • Myth Busters: Entrepreneurial Edition

    Zoom

    Join us to get answers to the most frequently asked questions by aspiring entrepreneurs, including: *Are grants real and available? *Will the bank lend me money? *Do I need a business plan? *Will anyone buy what I'm selling? What comes first? Let us help put your next steps in order after the myths are busted! [...]

  • Startup Boards 101

    Kauffman Foundation 4801 Rockhill Rd, Kansas City, Missouri, United States

    If your early-stage company has just formed a board (or are about to), Startup Boards 101 is designed for you. This series of three workshops (August 1, 8, 15, 2024 - attendance at all three sessions is required) helps entrepreneurs and potential board members understand the whys, whats and hows of early-stage boards. Those selected [...]

    $49
  • ScaleUP! Kansas City

    ScaleUP! Kansas City is a selective opportunity for business owners to participate in a multi-week session of class on Thursdays from 8:30-Noon (some classes may differ slightly in time) beginning August 8 - November 21. An agreement to attend and participate in all sessions is part of the application process. Cohort members will be chosen [...]

  • ELEVATIONLAB NEW VENTURE

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    This session has five classes on Tuesdays and will meet August 20 through September 24 (no class on September 12 due to our annual conference). Attendance at all five classes is mandatory to receive certificate of completion. Do you dream of owning your own business? Are you ready for a realistic perspective on whether or [...]

    $649
  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

      Growth360 is a 10 session course starting on August 26 and running through October 28, 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. With a 360° perspective, businesses can avoid blind spots and make smarter decisions. [...]

    $899
  • Franchise Panel Discussion & Networking

    Missouri SBDC at UMKC 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, Missouri, United States

    Join us as an expert panel discusses the benefits of owning your own franchise as well as offers advice to support your goals of franchising your business. Lunch will be provided. Make your payment here.

    $22
  • ELEVATIONLAB TECH VENTURE

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    This class meets for 9 weeks on Thursdays from 3:00pm - 6:00pm; Attendance at all 9 sessions is highly encouraged. You’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 [...]

    $649
  • Formula 8: Customer-Centric Problem Solving

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    This session includes classes on 9 consecutive Wednesdays. Attendance at all 9 sessions is HIGHLY encouraged. The Formula 8 combines classroom and online coursework to teach 8 essentials of an entrepreneurial mindset using the business canvas process to inspire and engage participants. We will focus on customer discovery and acquisition for both start-up and existing [...]

    $649
  • Reading and Understanding Financial Statements

    Zoom

    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. Learn to calculate ratios and understand what it means in terms of business [...]

    $49
  • Pitching to Investors

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    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. [...]

    $49
  • ScaleUP! Kansas City

    ScaleUP! Kansas City is a selective opportunity for business owners to participate in a multi-week session of class on Thursdays from 8:30-Noon (some classes may differ slightly in time) beginning August 8 - November 21. An agreement to attend and participate in all sessions is part of the application process. Cohort members will be chosen [...]

  • Government Contracting 101

    Zoom

    In 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. After attending this class, any business may sign up for the Missouri APEX [...]

  • SBA Small Business Assistance Panel & Discussion

    Missouri SBDC at UMKC 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, Missouri, United States

    Join Crispin Rea, Kansas City 4th District at Large Councilman, for a panel and discussion for small business owners. Panelists include: Mindy Brissey - Regional Administrator, SBA Jill Hathaway - Director, Missouri SBDC Nia Richardson - Managing Director, KC Bizcare Jeff Rosenblatt, Sr. Business Consultant, APEX Accelerator

  • Proof to Profit: How to Avoid the Startup Loop of Despair

    Zoom

    In this 3-part, virtual, training series, you'll learn how to avoid a common pitfall of entrepreneurship—no customer, no business. You’ll validate your idea through customer discovery and ensure your business concept solves real problems for real, paying customers before investing a lot of time and money.  Entrepreneurs often jump straight into building and branding their [...]

  • Proof to Profit: How to Avoid the Startup Loop of Despair

    Zoom

    In this 3-part, virtual, training series, you'll learn how to avoid a common pitfall of entrepreneurship—no customer, no business. You’ll validate your idea through customer discovery and ensure your business concept solves real problems for real, paying customers before investing a lot of time and money.  Entrepreneurs often jump straight into building and branding their [...]

    $199
  • Proof to Profit: How to Avoid the Startup Loop of Despair

    Zoom

    In this 3-part, virtual, training series, you'll learn how to avoid a common pitfall of entrepreneurship—no customer, no business. You’ll validate your idea through customer discovery and ensure your business concept solves real problems for real, paying customers before investing a lot of time and money.  Entrepreneurs often jump straight into building and branding their [...]

    $199
  • Creating an Effective Capability Statement for Government Contracts

    Zoom

    This course is designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs understand the critical role of a Capability Statement in securing government contracts. Participants will learn the key elements needed to create a compelling and professional Capability Statement that effectively communicates their business’s core competencies, differentiators, and past performance to government agencies. Through real-world examples, the [...]

  • Winning Federal Research Grants: SBIR/STTR Workshop

    Zoom

      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 [...]

  • POSTPONED – StartSmart: Your Business Foundations

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    Starting a business is an exciting journey, but it's essential to lay the groundwork for success. StartSmart: Your Business Foundations is a dynamic, hands-on, interactive course designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. You will learn how to: - Validate that there’s a market for your product or [...]

    $649
  • Tech Venture

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    This class meets for 9 weeks on Thursdays from 3:00pm - 6:00pm; Attendance at all 9 sessions is highly encouraged. You’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 [...]

    $649
  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    With 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.How can GROWTH360 help your business?Supports the decision making we do every day.Supplies a visual toolkit for dialogue, focus, agenda setting, decision-making and action- taking.Provides a [...]

    $899
  • Reading & Understanding Financial Statements

    Zoom

    Unlock the power of your financial statements and turn them into actionable insights that can drive the success of your business. In this class, designed specifically for business owners in all stages of business, you’ll learn how to interpret key financial data from your income statement and balance sheet. Beyond just the basics, we’ll dive [...]

    $79
  • Government Contracting 101

    Zoom

    In 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. After attending this class, any business may sign up for the Missouri APEX [...]

  • Tech Venture

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    This class meets for 9 weeks on Thursdays from 3:00pm - 6:00pm; Attendance at all 9 sessions is highly encouraged. You’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 [...]

    $649
  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    With 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.How can GROWTH360 help your business?Supports the decision making we do every day.Supplies a visual toolkit for dialogue, focus, agenda setting, decision-making and action- taking.Provides a [...]

    $899
  • Show Me the Money! Navigating Funding Options for Your Business

    Zoom

    Every business needs fuel to grow, and funding is one of the most critical ingredients. Whether you're just starting out or ready to scale, this dynamic course will walk you through a wide range of funding sources to help power your business. Explore traditional options like bank loans and SBA loans, while also diving into [...]

    $79
  • Tech Venture

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    This class meets for 9 weeks on Thursdays from 3:00pm - 6:00pm; Attendance at all 9 sessions is highly encouraged. You’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 [...]

    $649
  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    With 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.How can GROWTH360 help your business?Supports the decision making we do every day.Supplies a visual toolkit for dialogue, focus, agenda setting, decision-making and action- taking.Provides a [...]

    $899
  • CLOSED for weather…

    Missouri SBDC at UMKC 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, Missouri, United States

    Per UMKC policy, we're working remotely on Tuesday, February 18 as campus is closed for weather.

  • POSTPONED – StartSmart: Your Business Foundations

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    Starting a business is an exciting journey, but it's essential to lay the groundwork for success. StartSmart: Your Business Foundations is a dynamic, hands-on, interactive course designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. You will learn how to: - Validate that there’s a market for your product or [...]

    $649
  • CLOSED for weather…

    Missouri SBDC at UMKC 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, Missouri, United States

    Per UMKC policy, we're working remotely on Tuesday, February 18 as campus is closed for weather.

  • Creating an Effective Capability Statement for Government Contracts

    Zoom

    This course is designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs understand the critical role of a Capability Statement in securing government contracts. Participants will learn the key elements needed to create a compelling and professional Capability Statement that effectively communicates their business’s core competencies, differentiators, and past performance to government agencies. Through real-world examples, the [...]

  • Tech Venture

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    This class meets for 9 weeks on Thursdays from 3:00pm - 6:00pm; Attendance at all 9 sessions is highly encouraged. You’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 [...]

    $649
  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    With 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.How can GROWTH360 help your business?Supports the decision making we do every day.Supplies a visual toolkit for dialogue, focus, agenda setting, decision-making and action- taking.Provides a [...]

    $899
  • SBIR Bootcamp

    Zoom

      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 [...]

  • POSTPONED – StartSmart: Your Business Foundations

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    Starting a business is an exciting journey, but it's essential to lay the groundwork for success. StartSmart: Your Business Foundations is a dynamic, hands-on, interactive course designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. You will learn how to: - Validate that there’s a market for your product or [...]

    $649
  • SBIR Bootcamp

    Zoom

    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 [...]

  • Tech Venture

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    This class meets for 9 weeks on Thursdays from 3:00pm - 6:00pm; Attendance at all 9 sessions is highly encouraged. You’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 [...]

    $649
  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    With 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.How can GROWTH360 help your business?Supports the decision making we do every day.Supplies a visual toolkit for dialogue, focus, agenda setting, decision-making and action- taking.Provides a [...]

    $899
  • Building a Brand Identity & Marketing Plan

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    Build Your Brand and Marketing Plan Blueprint Marketing as a small business can feel overwhelming, but this course provides a solid foundation for long-term marketing success. By focusing on your brand identity and marketing strategy first, you’ll ensure that your marketing resonates with your target audience, creates consistency and drives breakthrough results. Plus, it allows [...]

    $79
  • Tech Venture

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    This class meets for 9 weeks on Thursdays from 3:00pm - 6:00pm; Attendance at all 9 sessions is highly encouraged. You’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 [...]

    $649
  • Pitching to Investors

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    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. [...]

    $79
  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    With 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.How can GROWTH360 help your business?Supports the decision making we do every day.Supplies a visual toolkit for dialogue, focus, agenda setting, decision-making and action- taking.Provides a [...]

    $899
  • Social Media Strategies

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    Determining your strategy for social – before you get on social, you have to know why you’re on it, who you’re trying to reach and where to find them.Defining your objectiveKnowing your target audienceDetermining the right platforms for you Optimizing your profile for success – now that you know your key strategies, let’s make sure [...]

    $79
  • Government Contracting 101

    Zoom

    In 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. After attending this class, any business may sign up for the Missouri APEX [...]

  • Tech Venture

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    This class meets for 9 weeks on Thursdays from 3:00pm - 6:00pm; Attendance at all 9 sessions is highly encouraged. You’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 [...]

    $649
  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    With 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.How can GROWTH360 help your business?Supports the decision making we do every day.Supplies a visual toolkit for dialogue, focus, agenda setting, decision-making and action- taking.Provides a [...]

    $899
  • Creating an Effective Capability Statement for Government Contracts

    Zoom

    This course is designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs understand the critical role of a Capability Statement in securing government contracts. Participants will learn the key elements needed to create a compelling and professional Capability Statement that effectively communicates their business’s core competencies, differentiators, and past performance to government agencies. Through real-world examples, the [...]

  • Tech Venture

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    This class meets for 9 weeks on Thursdays from 3:00pm - 6:00pm; Attendance at all 9 sessions is highly encouraged. You’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 [...]

    $649
  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    With 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.How can GROWTH360 help your business?Supports the decision making we do every day.Supplies a visual toolkit for dialogue, focus, agenda setting, decision-making and action- taking.Provides a [...]

    $899
  • Tech Venture

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    This class meets for 9 weeks on Thursdays from 3:00pm - 6:00pm; Attendance at all 9 sessions is highly encouraged. You’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 [...]

    $649
  • Government Contracting 101

    Zoom

    In 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. After attending this class, any business may sign up for the Missouri APEX [...]

  • Creating an Effective Capability Statement for Government Contracts

    Zoom

    This course is designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs understand the critical role of a Capability Statement in securing government contracts. Participants will learn the key elements needed to create a compelling and professional Capability Statement that effectively communicates their business’s core competencies, differentiators, and past performance to government agencies. Through real-world examples, the [...]

  • Government Contracting 101

    Zoom

    In 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. After attending this class, any business may sign up for the Missouri APEX [...]

  • Creating an Effective Capability Statement for Government Contracts

    Zoom

    This course is designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs understand the critical role of a Capability Statement in securing government contracts. Participants will learn the key elements needed to create a compelling and professional Capability Statement that effectively communicates their business’s core competencies, differentiators, and past performance to government agencies. Through real-world examples, the [...]

  • StartSmart: Your Business Foundations

    Hybrid - Check Description for Delivery Method

    Starting a business is an exciting journey, but it's essential to lay the groundwork for success. StartSmart: Your Business Foundations is a dynamic, hands-on, interactive course designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. You will learn how to: - Validate that there’s a market for your product or [...]

    $649
  • Proof to Profit: How to Avoid the Startup Loop of Despair

    Zoom

    In this 3-part, virtual, training series, you'll learn how to avoid a common pitfall of entrepreneurship—no customer, no business. You’ll validate your idea through customer discovery and ensure your business concept solves real problems for real, paying customers before investing a lot of time and money.  Entrepreneurs often jump straight into building and branding their [...]

    $199
  • StartSmart: Your Business Foundations

    Hybrid - Check Description for Delivery Method

    Starting a business is an exciting journey, but it's essential to lay the groundwork for success. StartSmart: Your Business Foundations is a dynamic, hands-on, interactive course designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. You will learn how to: - Validate that there’s a market for your product or [...]

    $649
  • Proof to Profit: How to Avoid the Startup Loop of Despair

    Zoom

    In this 3-part, virtual, training series, you'll learn how to avoid a common pitfall of entrepreneurship—no customer, no business. You’ll validate your idea through customer discovery and ensure your business concept solves real problems for real, paying customers before investing a lot of time and money.  Entrepreneurs often jump straight into building and branding their [...]

    $199
  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    With 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.How can GROWTH360 help your business?Supports the decision making we do every day.Supplies a visual toolkit for dialogue, focus, agenda setting, decision-making and action- taking.Provides a [...]

    $899
  • StartSmart: Your Business Foundations

    Hybrid - Check Description for Delivery Method

    Starting a business is an exciting journey, but it's essential to lay the groundwork for success. StartSmart: Your Business Foundations is a dynamic, hands-on, interactive course designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. You will learn how to: - Validate that there’s a market for your product or [...]

    $649
  • Proof to Profit: How to Avoid the Startup Loop of Despair

    Zoom

    In this 3-part, virtual, training series, you'll learn how to avoid a common pitfall of entrepreneurship—no customer, no business. You’ll validate your idea through customer discovery and ensure your business concept solves real problems for real, paying customers before investing a lot of time and money.  Entrepreneurs often jump straight into building and branding their [...]

    $199
  • Government Contracting 101

    Zoom

    In 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. After attending this class, any business may sign up for the Missouri APEX [...]

  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    With 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.How can GROWTH360 help your business?Supports the decision making we do every day.Supplies a visual toolkit for dialogue, focus, agenda setting, decision-making and action- taking.Provides a [...]

    $899
  • StartSmart: Your Business Foundations

    Hybrid - Check Description for Delivery Method

    Starting a business is an exciting journey, but it's essential to lay the groundwork for success. StartSmart: Your Business Foundations is a dynamic, hands-on, interactive course designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. You will learn how to: - Validate that there’s a market for your product or [...]

    $649
  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    With 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.How can GROWTH360 help your business?Supports the decision making we do every day.Supplies a visual toolkit for dialogue, focus, agenda setting, decision-making and action- taking.Provides a [...]

    $899
  • StartSmart: Your Business Foundations

    Hybrid - Check Description for Delivery Method

    Starting a business is an exciting journey, but it's essential to lay the groundwork for success. StartSmart: Your Business Foundations is a dynamic, hands-on, interactive course designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. You will learn how to: - Validate that there’s a market for your product or [...]

    $649
  • Creating an Effective Capability Statement for Government Contracts

    Zoom

    This course is designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs understand the critical role of a Capability Statement in securing government contracts. Participants will learn the key elements needed to create a compelling and professional Capability Statement that effectively communicates their business’s core competencies, differentiators, and past performance to government agencies. Through real-world examples, the [...]

  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    With 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.How can GROWTH360 help your business?Supports the decision making we do every day.Supplies a visual toolkit for dialogue, focus, agenda setting, decision-making and action- taking.Provides a [...]

    $899
  • StartSmart: Your Business Foundations

    Hybrid - Check Description for Delivery Method

    Starting a business is an exciting journey, but it's essential to lay the groundwork for success. StartSmart: Your Business Foundations is a dynamic, hands-on, interactive course designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. You will learn how to: - Validate that there’s a market for your product or [...]

    $649
  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    With 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.How can GROWTH360 help your business?Supports the decision making we do every day.Supplies a visual toolkit for dialogue, focus, agenda setting, decision-making and action- taking.Provides a [...]

    $899
  • Grow Your Business with AI-Powered Tools by Google

    Missouri SBDC at UMKC 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, Missouri, United States
    Hybrid Event

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a powerful technology that can help simplify business tasks and create new opportunities for small businesses and entrepreneurs – but knowing how to use it may seem out of reach. Developed with input from experts at Google, this workshop will explain the basics of AI and how AI-powered tools by Google [...]

  • StartSmart: Your Business Foundations

    Hybrid - Check Description for Delivery Method

    Starting a business is an exciting journey, but it's essential to lay the groundwork for success. StartSmart: Your Business Foundations is a dynamic, hands-on, interactive course designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. You will learn how to: - Validate that there’s a market for your product or [...]

    $649
  • Reading & Understanding Financial Statements

    Zoom

    Unlock the power of your financial statements and turn them into actionable insights that can drive the success of your business. In this class, designed specifically for business owners in all stages of business, you’ll learn how to interpret key financial data from your income statement and balance sheet. Beyond just the basics, we’ll dive [...]

    $79
  • Government Contracting 101

    Zoom

    In 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. After attending this class, any business may sign up for the Missouri APEX [...]

  • StartSmart: Your Business Foundations

    Hybrid - Check Description for Delivery Method

    Starting a business is an exciting journey, but it's essential to lay the groundwork for success. StartSmart: Your Business Foundations is a dynamic, hands-on, interactive course designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. You will learn how to: - Validate that there’s a market for your product or [...]

    $649
  • Show Me the Money! Navigating Funding Options for Your Business

    Zoom

    Every business needs fuel to grow, and funding is one of the most critical ingredients. Whether you're just starting out or ready to scale, this dynamic course will walk you through a wide range of funding sources to help power your business. Explore traditional options like bank loans and SBA loans, while also diving into [...]

    $79
  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    With 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.How can GROWTH360 help your business?Supports the decision making we do every day.Supplies a visual toolkit for dialogue, focus, agenda setting, decision-making and action- taking.Provides a [...]

    $899
  • StartSmart: Your Business Foundations

    Hybrid - Check Description for Delivery Method

    Starting a business is an exciting journey, but it's essential to lay the groundwork for success. StartSmart: Your Business Foundations is a dynamic, hands-on, interactive course designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. You will learn how to: - Validate that there’s a market for your product or [...]

    $649
  • Creating an Effective Capability Statement for Government Contracts

    Zoom

    This course is designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs understand the critical role of a Capability Statement in securing government contracts. Participants will learn the key elements needed to create a compelling and professional Capability Statement that effectively communicates their business’s core competencies, differentiators, and past performance to government agencies. Through real-world examples, the [...]

  • Building a Brand Identity & Marketing Plan

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    Build Your Brand and Marketing Plan Blueprint Marketing as a small business can feel overwhelming, but this course provides a solid foundation for long-term marketing success. By focusing on your brand identity and marketing strategy first, you’ll ensure that your marketing resonates with your target audience, creates consistency and drives breakthrough results. Plus, it allows [...]

    $79
  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    With 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.How can GROWTH360 help your business?Supports the decision making we do every day.Supplies a visual toolkit for dialogue, focus, agenda setting, decision-making and action- taking.Provides a [...]

    $899
  • StartSmart: Your Business Foundations

    Hybrid - Check Description for Delivery Method

    Starting a business is an exciting journey, but it's essential to lay the groundwork for success. StartSmart: Your Business Foundations is a dynamic, hands-on, interactive course designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. You will learn how to: - Validate that there’s a market for your product or [...]

    $649
  • Social Media Strategies

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    Determining your strategy for social – before you get on social, you have to know why you’re on it, who you’re trying to reach and where to find them.Defining your objectiveKnowing your target audienceDetermining the right platforms for you Optimizing your profile for success – now that you know your key strategies, let’s make sure [...]

    $79
  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    With 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.How can GROWTH360 help your business?Supports the decision making we do every day.Supplies a visual toolkit for dialogue, focus, agenda setting, decision-making and action- taking.Provides a [...]

    $899
  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    With 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.How can GROWTH360 help your business?Supports the decision making we do every day.Supplies a visual toolkit for dialogue, focus, agenda setting, decision-making and action- taking.Provides a [...]

    $899
  • Government Contracting 101

    Zoom

    In 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. After attending this class, any business may sign up for the Missouri APEX [...]

  • ScaleUP! Kansas City

    ScaleUP! Kansas City is a selective opportunity for business owners to participate in a multi-week session of class on Thursdays from 8:30-Noon (some classes may differ slightly in time) beginning August 7 - November 20. An agreement to attend and participate in all sessions is part of the application process. Cohort members will be chosen [...]

  • GROWTH360

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    With 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.How can GROWTH360 help your business?Supports the decision making we do every day.Supplies a visual toolkit for dialogue, focus, agenda setting, decision-making and action- taking.Provides a [...]

    $899
  • ScaleUP! Kansas City

    ScaleUP! Kansas City is a selective opportunity for business owners to participate in a multi-week session of class on Thursdays from 8:30-Noon (some classes may differ slightly in time) beginning August 7 - November 20. An agreement to attend and participate in all sessions is part of the application process. Cohort members will be chosen [...]

  • Creating an Effective Capability Statement for Government Contracts

    Zoom

    This course is designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs understand the critical role of a Capability Statement in securing government contracts. Participants will learn the key elements needed to create a compelling and professional Capability Statement that effectively communicates their business’s core competencies, differentiators, and past performance to government agencies. Through real-world examples, the [...]

  • Tech Venture

    Tech Venture

    Troost Ave 4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO

    This class meets for 9 weeks on Wednesdays from 3:00pm - 6:00pm; Attendance at all 9 sessions is highly encouraged. You’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 [...]

    $649
  • ScaleUP! Kansas City

    ScaleUP! Kansas City is a selective opportunity for business owners to participate in a multi-week session of class on Thursdays from 8:30-Noon (some classes may differ slightly in time) beginning August 7 - November 20. An agreement to attend and participate in all sessions is part of the application process. Cohort members will be chosen [...]

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