Upcoming Events
Tuesday, November 03 2009
GSA Small Business Networking Breakfast
The Kauffman Foundation, Kansas City, MO
Come be a part of the Networking Meeting that has been going strong the first Tuesday of every month for seventeen years!!
This monthly event is a great way to connect with other business owners, government agencies & business development resource organizations and network over a delicious breakfast.
Besides good food, door prizes and a friendly and upbeat atmosphere, everyone is introduced quickly and efficiently, and attendees have the opportunity to sign-up for 2-minute introductions at a future event to introduce their product or service.
This month, the GSA Networking Breakfast will be held at the Kauffman Foundation ~4801 Rockhill Road, Kansas City, MO 64110.
Fee Info: $18.00 if pre-registered by noon on the Friday before.
$20.00 for those who pay at the door the day of the event.
*Credit Cards can only be used with pre-registration. Cash & check only at the door.
Doors open: 7:15 AM
Breakfast begins: 7:30 AM
Ends: 9:00 AM
Pre-register by printing & faxing the GSA Pre-Registration form located in the Resource Center/Document Library of this website to the fax number on the form or by calling (816) 926-7203
Friday, November 06 2009
QuickBooks Pro Introductory
4747 Troost Ave. Room 222, Kansas City, MO 64110
Chances are your business records aren’t actually in a shoebox. But, are they organized in a way that you can use them to manage your business? Computer software such as QuickBooks can help you organize records and then, at the click of the mouse, create financial reports that can be used to make informed decisions and to guide your business in a profitable direction. Topics include: setting up accounts, entering transactions, invoicing, tracking customers and vendors and generating financial reports. Designed for those who have little or no experience with QuickBooks.
Located at 4747 Troost Ave. Room 222
Fee Info: $149.00
Begins: 9:00 AM Ends: 3:00 PM
Register online by visiting http://www.missouribusiness.net/cgi-bin/calendar/
Feel free to contact us at umkcsbtdc@umkc.edu
Thursday, November 12 2009
Document Imaging
4747 Troost Ave. Room 114, Kansas City, MO 64110
How to use document imaging as a cost-effective solution to deliver efficiency to your organization.
Date: November 12, 2009
Time: 11:00 am-1:00 pm
Register online by visiting http://www.missouribusiness.net/cgi-bin/calendar/
Feel free to contact us at umkcsbtdc@umkc.edu
Tuesday, November 17 2009
TECH ESP Speakers Program
700 W. 47th St. Suite 1000, Kansas City, MO
Tech ESP is presented by the Small Business & Technology Center at UMKC and sponsored by Polsinelli Shughart PC. For more information and to register, copy and paste the URL below into your web browser. Light refreshments will be served. Advance registration online via credit card is $25.00. Registration paid at the door is $30.00.
Mark your calendar for 2009! The Technology Entrepreneur Speakers Program falls on the third Tuesday of nearly every month.
The schedule of speakers is as follows:
Mar 10 – Gary Fish, Founder, FishNet Security, Inc.
Apr 21 David Cummings, Tradebot Systems, Inc.
May 19 – Cliff Illig, Founder, Cerner Inc.
Jun 16 – Neal Sharma, Founder, Digital Evolution Group
Jul 21—Angela Moore, Founder, eScreen, Inc.
Aug 18-Brian Weaver, Founder, Anthem Media Group
Sep 15—Scott Coons, Founder, Perceptive Software, Inc.
Oct 20 – Thomas A. DeBacco, Founder, Imodules Software, Inc.
Nov 17 – Venture Capital Panel:
Lance LeMay, October Capital, Mike Peck,
Open Prairie Venture, Scott Ford, Open Air Venture
Located at Polsinelli Shughart PC at 700 W. 47th St
Suite 1000
Kansas City, MO.
Begins: 5:30 PM Ends: 7:00 PM
Register online by visiting http://www.missouribusiness.net/cgi-bin/calendar/
Feel free to contact us at umkcsbtdc@umkc.edu
Wednesday, November 18 2009
Cancelled: Starting a Business in Missouri: The First Steps
4747 Troost Ave. Room 114, Kansas City, MO 64110
This three-hour offering will provide you with an overview of the critical first steps associated with starting a business. It is designed specifically for those who are thinking about a new business venture. Participants will assess their strengths and weaknesses in terms of business ownership, learn about the importance of planning, discuss legal and regulatory requirements and identify sources of funding. Discussions are facilitated by business counselors who will help you examine your individual situation, explore opportunities and discover new ideas. You'll learn from other participants and have a host of valuable resources available to you.
Located at 4747 Troost Ave. KC MO. Upon entering the building, follow the marked signs.
Fee Info: $40.00
Begins: 5:30 PM Ends: 8:30 PM
Register online by visiting http://www.missouribusiness.net/cgi-bin/calendar/
Feel free to contact us at umkcsbtdc@umkc.edu
Cancelled: The Basics of Writing a Business Plan
4747 Troost Ave. Room 114, Kansas City, MO 64110
This three-hour offering is for current and future business owners and entrepreneurs who have little or no knowledge of writing a business plan. "The Basics of Writing a Business Plan" is designed for business owners and managers who need to know how to create a business plan for their organization so the plan can be a useful management tool. During this course, participants will learn the importance of business plans, the key required elements of a basic plan and data that must be included. Participants will also get tips on writing style to make the business plan easier to understand and more professional in appearance. Participants will leave this session with a greater understanding of what their business plan should look like and how to get started writing one. It will also provide guidelines for style and appearance to help create a professional look for your business plan. Discussions are facilitated by business counselors who will help you examine your individual situation, explore opportunities and discover new ideas. You'll learn from other participants and have a host of valuable resources available to you.
Located at: 4747 Troost Ave. KC, MO. Upon entering the building, follow the marked signs.
Fee Info: $59.00
Begins: 2:00 PM Ends: 5:00 PM
Register online by visiting http://www.missouribusiness.net/cgi-bin/calendar/
Feel free to contact us at umkcsbtdc@umkc.edu
Social Networking
4747 Troost Ave. Room 114, Kansas City, MO 64110
How to use social networking sites such as Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter for Marketing and Public Relations
Date: November 18, 2009
Time: 11:00 am-1:00 pm
Register online by visiting http://www.missouribusiness.net/cgi-bin/calendar/
Feel free to contact us at umkcsbtdc@umkc.edu




