Running a business requires more than just a great idea—it takes strategy, financial literacy, and operational know-how. This workshop will provide new and existing entrepreneurs with an understanding of what is needed to build a sustainable business. We’ll cover essential topics such as business planning, marketing, and financial management to ensure long-term success.
This webinar is presented in conjunction with the Kansas Department of Revenue and is devoted to explain the differences between the Kansas Retailers’ Sales Tax, the Kansas Retailers’ Compensating Use Tax, and the Kansas Consumers Compensating Use Tax. You will gain a basic understanding of the goods and services subject to sales tax. It will […]
If you provide plumbing, carpentry, electrical, roofing, heating/air conditioning, landscaping, oil field services, etc., you’ll want to attend this specialized webinar. Presented in conjunction with the Kansas Department of Revenue, we’ll focus exclusively on sales tax issues for construction contractors, and subcontractors. We’ll cover how sales tax applies to materials and labor, Project Exemption Certificates, […]
Get together with other WIBA members for an afternoon of networking and socializing. Register early. This month we will be at The Kitchen's new location on Hwy 96 & Oliver. Register NOW and let us know you will be there.
Learning how to market with AI will not only allow you to iterate faster, but also create real-world photos with stunning results and effects: -Accelerate Your Campaigns: Explore AI-driven tools that speed up your marketing efforts. -Inspiring Case Studies: See how midwestern businesses are using AI to boost online engagement. -Hands-On Experience with AI generators. […]
Thursday, September 18, 2025 9am-3pm (lunch provided) Hutch Chamber 117 N Walnut St, Hutchinson KS No cost to attend...Seating limited to 30 Can your business save energy and reduce operational expenses by making energy-related upgrades? How can jobs be created or retained at your facility or within your city or county? Attend this free workshop […]
Inventions, designs, original works of authorship, and trade secrets can provide you with economic benefits. Learn the basics of intellectual property protection. Jessica Pierpoint with the USPTO Kansas Patent and Trademark Resource Center will present. Cost: None Location: Online. You will receive information about how to connect. *Registration closes at Noon on Monday September 15th, […]
Growing Rural Businesses 2025 FlyerGrowing Rural Businesses is an eight-week, in-person certificate program for rural business owners operating for 5 to 15 years who are ready to spark new momentum and drive growth. Delivered by Wichita State University’s Center for Entrepreneurship in partnership with NetWork Kansas, the training provides practical, applied strategies tailored to rural […]
Join us for a discussion about what all entrepreneurs, small businesses, and start-ups should know about trademarks. We’ll discuss what trademarks are, the benefits of federal trademark registration, and the basics of the registration process. We’ll also talk about why it’s so important for any new business to select a trademark that is both federally […]
Whether you’re planning an exit by 2025 or a comfortable retirement a decade from now, this webinar is designed to help you navigate the business sale process. Kansas SBDC Business Advisor and Small Business Owner, David Keller, has been involved with multiple business sales, including several of his own. He will share his insights and […]
