Monday, Nov. 17
Speed Networking
This spirited and productive activity requires participants to move among several mentors, putting their networking skills to the test. The event includes two short workshops prior to the speed networking session, and is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs. Must register to attend.
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Time: 4 - 7 p.m.
Kauffman Conference Center
Tuesday, Nov. 18
Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce – Entrepreneurs in Motion
This daylong conference includes an entrepreneurs’ showcase and breakout sessions on various entrepreneurial topics and interests in this inspirational event. Ideal for both current and future entrepreneurs.
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
University of Central Missouri Summit Center
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Wednesday, Nov. 19
Small & Home Business Connection’s Entrepreneurial Expo
Here’s your chance to provide support, education and networking opportunities for growing businesses in the Kansas City metro area. Through a partnership with the K-State Extension Office, the Small & Home Business Connection’s (SHBC) Entrepreneurial Expo will feature guest speakers, business booths and countless networking opportunities! Don’t miss it!
Time: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Kansas State Research Extension Office
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Hip Hop and Entrepreneurship Forum
Entrepreneurship hits its groove during Global Entrepreneurship Week’s Hip-Hop event. Penn Valley Community College will play host to a town hall meeting focused on the connection between entrepreneurship and the hip-hop industry. Acclaimed artists Chuck D and P. Miller (formerly Master P) will lead a panel of experts in a thought-provoking discussion about entrepreneurship’s role in everything from its creation to merchandising and record sales in this growing, influential music genre.
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| register )
Time: 6:15 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Penn Valley Community College
Thursday, Nov. 20
GovFest
What can government agencies do for young visionaries? Find out at GovFest, where several government and nonprofit agencies will be on hand to assist beginning entrepreneurs and small business owners for little or no fee. Representatives from 40 local agencies will be attending this year’s event, including Kansas Small Business Development Center, KCSourceLink, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Kansas Data Center and many others.
Time: 1 - 6 p.m.;
Networking Reception: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.;
Program: Success Right from the Start, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Central Resource Library
( learn more ) or call Martha Childers at (913) 495-2464
A Celebration of Microentrepreneurship
Learn about the microenterprise development movement from a global, national, and local perspective, including a specific overview of the work of First Step Fund—a Kansas City-based nonprofit that helps low- to moderate-income individuals start their own businesses and which is also a national leader in the greater field of microenterprise development. Carol Taylor, founder/owner of A Clean Slate, will be the keynote speaker for this event. Taylor discovered success as a microentrepreneur after being laid off from her corporate job just weeks after her home was hit by a tornado..
Time: 5 - 7 p.m.;
Kauffman Conference Center
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Friday, Nov. 21
FastTrac Anniversary Celebration events
The Kauffman Foundation will celebrate the FastTrac program’s 15-year anniversary with a program featuring FastTrac graduates sharing how the program helped them launch their successful businesses. Must register to attend.
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Time: 1:30 - 7 p.m.
Kauffman Conference Center
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