Hiring Your First Employee - Kansas SBDC at WSU
2025-05-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Online Event
Your small business is growing! Let’s get you ready to successfully hire and retain your first employee. Join us as we discuss required employee documentation, payroll, whether you can handle in-house or outsource, necessary tax reporting, and other human resource points you should consider. This webinar will also help current employers review and improve their processes.
Cost: None
Location: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.
*Registration closes at Noon on Monday, May 12th , 2025.

Creating Realistic Financial Projections for Your Small Business
2025-05-10 13:00 - 14:30 | Online Event
Where do your financial projections come from? Your knowledge of your business and industry, and your best estimates of what might happen.

Purpose of Financial Projections:

Use to plan, set realistic goals, and secure funding.
Use as a roadmap to assessing the feasibility of your plan.
Importance in developing investor confidence & improving internal decision-making.

Components of Financial Projections:

Sales Forecast: predicting future sales based on market research & historical data.
Expense Forecast: estimating fixed & variable costs over time.
Cash Flow Projection: projecting inflows and outflows to ensure liquidity.

Creating the Projections:

Steps: gathering data, making assumptions, & applying forecasting methods.
Tools and software: use of a SCORE provided Excel spreadsheet model to generate a projection.
Importance of recording assumptions & revisiting and adjusting projections regularly.

Using Projections to Monitor Performance:

Comparing actual results against projections to measure performance.
Identifying variances & reasons behind them.
Making informed adjustments to strategies based on analysis.

This is the third in a series of 3 consecutive finance webinars offered on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Please register for each class you plan to attend.
Faculty: A team of SCORE and community volunteers with wide ranging business and financial experience.

Funding Your Dream: Exploring Loans, Equity, Crowdfunding & More
2025-05-10 11:30 - 12:30 | Online Event
Learn about the many sources of funding your business.

Traditional Loans:

Overview of bank loans, lines of credit, and Small Business Administration (SBA) loans.
What does a bank look for in a potential borrower?

Equity Financing:

Definition and examples (angel investors, venture capital).
How does it work: selling ownership stakes in exchange for capital.
Pros and cons, such as loss of control versus growth potential.

Crowdfunding:

Introduction to various crowdfunding platforms.
Types: reward-based, equity-based, and donation-based crowdfunding.

Grants and Subsidies:

Availability of government grants, private grants, and subsidie

Alternative Funding Options:

Peer-to-peer lending, microloans, and bootstrapping.
How these alternatives work and when they might be suitable.
Advantages, such as less stringent requirements, and potential drawbacks.

This is the second in a series of 3 consecutive finance webinars offered on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Please register for each class you plan to attend.
Faculty: A team of SCORE and community volunteers with wide ranging business and financial experience.

Demystifying Financial Foundations: Income, Assets & Cash Flow
2025-05-10 09:30 - 13:00 | Online Event
Learn how to understand, create and use your financial statements

· Understanding Financial Statements:
o Introduces the three main financial statements: the Income Statement (Profit and
Loss), Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statement.
o Explains their purposes: showing profitability, financial position, and available cash
o Importance in decision-making, tracking performance, and securing investments.

· Income:
o Impact on profitability and business health.
o Connection to revenue streams and sales.

· Assets:
o Distinguish between current (liquid) and non-current (fixed) assets.
o Importance for collateral and borrowing power.

· Liabilities and Equity:
o Difference between liabilities (debts & obligations) and equity (owner’s interest).

· Cash Flow:
o Importance of cash flow management to successful business operations.
o Differences between operating, investing, and financing cash flows.

This is the first in a series of 3 consecutive finance webinars offered on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Please register for each class you plan to attend.

Faculty: A team of SCORE and community volunteers with wide ranging business and financial experience.

Unlock AI for Your Business: A Day of Innovation (Wichita) - Kansas SBDC at WSU
2025-05-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex, 5015 East 29th Street North, Wichita, KS, 67220
Step into the future of small business success with our immersive, day-long workshop designed especially for Small Business Owners. In the heart of Kansas, discover how artificial intelligence can streamline your operations, spark creative innovation, and elevate your marketing strategy—all tailored to your unique needs.
Session Highlights:
-Streamline & Save: Learn how AI can transform your daily operations by saving time, boosting efficiency, and simplifying your business processes.
-Master Prompt Engineering: Dive into the art of crafting powerful prompts to create eye-catching videos, vivid images, and detailed SOPs, putting cutting-edge technology at your fingertips.
-Everyday Uses: Get hands-on with practical marketing & financial analysis, while learning about cybersecurity.
Join us, Friday, May 9th 2025 for an engaging and interactive day of learning, where you’ll gain actionable insights and practical tools to unlock the full potential of AI for your small business needs. Whether you’re looking to optimize operations, create compelling content, or revolutionize your marketing, this workshop is your gateway to a more streamlined, innovative future.
Reserve your spot today, as spots are limited, and take the first step towards transforming your business with AI
Date: Friday, May 9th, 2025
Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Cost: None
Location: HELD IN WICHITA, KS
5015 E. 29th St N. Wichita, KS. Hughes Metropolitan Complex
Itinerary:
9:45 am – 10:00 am Check in
10:10 am – 11: 00 am Streamline & Save
11:10 am – 12:00 pm: Master Prompt Engineering
12:00 pm – 12:30 pm: Lunch provided. Please note there will be limited food options for lunch. If there are strict dietary needs, we recommend to bring your lunch.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm: Everyday Uses

Crafting Your Winning Pitch: How to's for Developing Your Pitch
2025-05-08 11:00 | Online Event
(NOTE: This event is held @10am CDT/9am MDT/8am PDT)
Learn how to develop a successful quality pitch. This workshop will go through the basic concepts that are to be included in a pitch, how to structure your pitch deck, formatting your presentation, and how to incorporate your personal artistic and creative touches. You will leave this workshop with a better understanding of what elements make a successful pitch.
Faculty: Geoff Meiteen. Geoff is a co-creator of the SCORE Kansas City Acce$$ to Money Pitch Competition and is a go-to pitch preparation mentor for the KC Chamber of Commerce. His principal businesses included a chiropractic wellness center in Toronto, Canada, and 2 residential building and development companies in Austin TX. Geoff is also a current co-chair of the SCORE KC chapter.

Ready! Set! Score! Small Business Readiness Week
2025-05-08 09:00 - 15:00 | KS
May 8-9, 2025, marks a weekend dedicated to preparing small businesses to thrive during major tourism events in Kansas City and the surrounding region. READY! SET! SCORE! connects small business support organizations directly with entrepreneurs in a dynamic and interactive setting designed to educate, equip, and empower the small businesses that drive our cities’ economies.

Developing A Business Plan
2025-05-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Event
In this workshop, business owners will learn the eight parts of a business plan and what to consider when writing one. At the end of the workshop, business owners will have a blueprint or first draft of a business plan.
Presenter’s Bio: Regions Bank is a Fortune 500 company committed to keeping customers first, providing tech-driven convenience and being a strong community partner. As part of that partnership we offer tips, tools and resources designed to help you stay on track and safeguard your future. Click here for more information
Registration Information:

Upon registering you will receive a confirmation email. The confirmation will contain a Regions Bank Webex link to attend online.
You do not need a Webex account to participate.
Please connect 5 minutes in advance to be sure you have a good connection. The workshop begins promptly at 12 PM and concludes by 1 PM Central Time.

SCORE strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact: Score St Louis Chapter Admin, ch.admin0021@scorevolunteer.org, 866 726-7340.

May WIBA Women Luncheon
2025-05-06 11:00 - 13:00 | KS
Our WIBA Women’s Luncheon is a great time to network with other like-minded women and leaders.
This month we will hear from Dr. Julie Elder, CEO of GraceMed Health Clinic.
Education: The Cleveland Clinic Foundation | Michigan State University | Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine
Dr. Elder brings a wealth of experience in internal medicine and women’s health to GraceMed. In addition to her patient care responsibilities, she directs and supports the medical services provided by our entire clinical staff throughout our network of clinics. Her careful oversight of our medical team is invaluable to maintaining the highest standards.

Location
Ninth Floor Club & Venue

Parking is available on the upper levels of the parking garage located west of Broadway.
Any space not marked RESERVED is available for your use.
Access the building through the covered walkway on the 3rd level of the garage.
There is a $1.00 parking fee (cash only) when exiting the parking garage.

Pricing
$25 Members
$50 Non members
*Tickets are non-refundable or transferrable

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Contact Information
Wichita Independent Business Association
Name: Jennifer Willits
Phone: (316) 201-3264
Email: jennifer@wiba.org

Solopreneurship 101
2025-05-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Online Event
Working for yourself is amazing … provided you know how to make it work. If you’ve ever felt like you’ve got a great idea or are good at your craft yet don’t know exactly what you’re doing in running a business, you’re not alone.
In this session, you’ll learn the basics of what you need to know in order to set yourself
up for success, including:
• Mindset & Motivation
• Policies & Procedures
• Branding & Promotions
• And more!
Whether you’re looking to make the jump, are just starting out, or needing a kickstart … and whether you call it freelancing, consulting, solopreneurship or the like, this session will give you the tools you need to rock the self-employed life.
Faculty: Julie Cortés. Copywriter by day, Freelance Rockstar by night, Julie Cortés has run her own business for more than 25 years. Best known as the founder of The Freelance Exchange of KC—a professional
organization for self-employed advertising / marketing professionals, Julie created her own much-needed college-level course, Freelancing 101, and teaches as an adjunct professor at the KC Art Institute. Recognized with awards dozens of times over for her work, leadership, volunteerism and community involvement, she’s regularly sought out for media interviews, public speaking, and business coaching. Julie is loving life, living out her passion of helping solopreneurs succeed. Learn more at juliecortes.com.

Unlock AI for Your Business: A Day of Innovation (El Dorado) - Kansas SBDC at WSU
2025-05-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Kansas Oil Museum, 383 E. Central Ave., El Dorado, KS, 67042, United States
Step into the future of small business success with our immersive, day-long workshop designed especially for Small Business Owners. In the heart of Kansas, discover how artificial intelligence can streamline your operations, spark creative innovation, and elevate your marketing strategy—all tailored to your unique needs.
Session Highlights:
– Streamline & Save: Learn how AI can transform your daily operations by saving time, boosting efficiency, and simplifying your business processes.
– Master Prompt Engineering: Dive into the art of crafting powerful prompts to create eye-catching videos, vivid images, and detailed SOPs, putting cutting-edge technology at your fingertips.
– Everyday Uses: Get hands-on with practical marketing & financial analysis, while learning about cybersecurity.
Join us, Monday, May 5th 2025 for an engaging and interactive day of learning, where you’ll gain actionable insights and practical tools to unlock the full potential of AI for your small business needs. Whether you’re looking to optimize operations, create compelling content, or revolutionize your marketing, this workshop is your gateway to a more streamlined, innovative future.
Reserve your spot today, as spots are limited, and take the first step towards transforming your business with AI
Date: Monday, May 5th, 2025
Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Cost: None
Location: HELD IN EL DORADO, KS
383 E Central Ave, El Dorado, KS 67042, Kansas Oil Museum
Itinerary:
9:45 am – 10:00 am Check in
10:10 am – 11: 00 am Streamline & Save
11:10 am – 12:00 pm: Master Prompt Engineering
12:00 pm – 12:30 pm: Lunch provided. Please note there will be limited food options for lunch. If there are strict dietary needs, we recommend to bring your lunch.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm: Everyday Uses

How to Start and Manage Your Own Business
2025-05-03 09:30 - 11:30 | Online Event
Do you have what it takes to start and run a successful business? If so, what are the first steps you should take? This workshop will help you assess your prospects, give you the initial direction you need, and inspire you to move forward to realize your dream. In addition, you will have an opportunity to NETWORK with other business-minded people who are considering starting a business.
Topics covered are:

It all starts with a PLAN – A BUSINESS PLAN
Marketing for today’s small business.
What is the right legal business structure for my business?
What should I know about licenses, taxes, and insurance?
What technology considerations are important for my business?
An introduction to the financial side of a business. Where do I get funding?
Our 3-Point approach to Business Education – Basic Business, Business Topic, and Interactive Business Education

Takeaways:

What is needed to start a business
What are the key parts of a business
The need for a plan – A BUSINESS PLAN
What is the next Step-Attend our next Business Plan Workshop

Presenter Bios:
Robert Pennell: Building a business takes commitment and determination – not to mention patience. I’ve successfully developed a business plan, secured institutional financing, recruited necessary personnel, and promoted the start-up of my legal practice so I know what needs to be done. For ongoing success you have to build a loyal client base. In my case that was through personal attention, quality service and consistent follow through but every business model is different. The key is to identify your core market and determine the best way to drive business to that market which is much easier said than done. Through SCORE we can help you to answer these questions. I’d like to be able to help you move your business goals forward through SCORE.
Keith Vollmar: For 20 years I have worked with businesses from $1.0 to $100.0 million in sales with the following activities and services: Part-Time CFO Roles Business Plan Development Cash Flow Forecasting Establish and Maintain Banking Relationships Educate Owners on financial statements Analyze Financial Statement results and information Establish Key Performance Indicators – Both financial and non-financial
Thomas Meyer: is a sales and marketing professional with a 37 year history of accomplishments in strategic selling, sales and product management and business development. Per Tom, “The key to my success in working with large corporate clients is to follow strategic selling principles, as well as, provide solution and servant based approaches with my clients. My goal with this panel is to help our SCORE clients develop effective sales and marketing plans, secure mutually successful long term customer relationships and to grow sales and revenue.
Registration Information:

Upon registering you will receive a confirmation email with the SCORE Zoom link to attend.
You do not need a Zoom account to participate.
Please connect 5 minutes in advance to be sure you have a good connection. The workshop begins promptly at 09:30AM and concludes by 11:30AM Central Time.

SCORE strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact: Score St Louis Chapter Admin, ch.admin0021@scorevolunteer.org, 866 726-7340.

Come Support WSU's Aspiring Entrepreneurs at the Shocker New Venture Competition
2025-05-02 10:30 - 16:30 | Woolsey Hall, 1845 Fairmount St, Wichita, KS, 67260, United States
The day kicks off at 10:30 am with the Trade Show, where students will showcase their startup ideas in innovative booths until 1:00 pm.
Enjoy a complimentary lunch and gain valuable insights from a successful entrepreneur during the keynote speech from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm.
Then, from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm, witness the excitement as students present their final pitches and compete for $25,000 in prizes.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the entrepreneurial journey – save the date for May 2nd!

Visualize Your Success: Strategic Planning Tools
2025-05-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Online Event
Dive into the world of strategic planning with easy-to-use visual tools designed to bring clarity to your business goals. Whether you’re a startup or an established business, learn how to define your purpose, understand your customers’ needs, and craft effective plans for growth. This virtual workshop introduces powerful tools like the Value Proposition Canvas and Business Model Canvas, equipping you with the skills to create comprehensive business, marketing, and product development strategies.
The Value Proposition Canvas and Business Model Canvas (Alex Osterwalder, Strategyzer) are easy to use, one-page visual tools which bring clarity to your business planning.
Faculty: Karen Squires Foelsch has over 30 years’ experience working in Information Technology and business management leadership roles. A former Corporate Senior Vice President, she has worked in manufacturing, scientific and educational arenas. She has extensive business planning, implementation and operational experience. She works as a consultant, is a Certified SCORE mentor, has served on non-profit boards and advises both her undergraduate and graduate universities.

Fundraising for Non-Profits - Basics
2025-04-30 09:00 - 12:00 | Online Event
This WEBINAR provides an overview of Fundraising fundamentals to give participants an insight into which fundraising techniques should be part of their overall strategy. Designed for small non-profits, the workshop covers grant writing, special events and major giving. It explores the advantages and disadvantages of these techniques to help attendees begin choosing the methods best suited for their individual needs.
Faculty: Alex Shapiro. Alex Shapiro has worked at non-profits for almost 30 years. He is the current Chief Philanthropy Officer for the St. Louis Symphony, supervising a team of sixteen staff members. Previously, he was Vice President of Philanthropy for the Kansas City Symphony, where he supervised a team of eight staff members who were responsible for raising more than $10 million annually. In 2017, he oversaw the successful completion of the Symphony’s $55 million endowment campaign. Previously, he served as Director of Institutional Advancement at the Institute of American Indian Arts, a 4-year arts college, in Santa Fe, N.M. Additionally, he was Director of Development for the AIDS Foundation of Chicago. Shapiro has a passion for classical music and played French horn in his youth.

Startup and Start Right - Kansas SBDC at WSU
2025-04-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Event
Ready to turn your business idea into reality? This webinar untangles the startup process and guides you through 10 essential steps. We’ll navigate licenses, taxes, business structure, funding, and more with clear explanations and actions to take!
Cost: None
Location: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.
*Registration closes at Noon Monday, April 28th 2025.

AI Marketing Techniques Using ChatGPT
2025-04-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Event
Immerse yourself in the latest advancements where AI becomes a powerful ally in amplifying your marketing strategies. Join us for an engaging introduction to harnessing the potential of ChatGPT to propel your business forward. Uncover the secrets of applying ChatGPT across key marketing domains, including SEO optimization, crafting compelling copy, sparking creative brainstorming sessions, refining email marketing tactics, and elevating your social media presence. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover innovative ways to enhance your business promotion efforts and stay ahead in the dynamic landscape of AI-driven marketing!
Presenter’s Bio: Dick Slackman is a Score Mentor & Subject Matter Expert focused on helping small and medium sized businesses with their web site design and digital marketing, including social media. He is also a small business owner of a local web design and internet marketing company, has taught web design at SIU Edwardsville, and worked for several Fortune 500 companies. He holds 4 patents in the areas of Search Engine algorithms and Records Management. He is excited to help you succeed.
Registration Information:
> Upon registering you will receive a confirmation email with the SCORE Zoom link to attend.
> You do not need a Zoom account to participate.
> Please connect 5 minutes in advance to be sure you have a good connection. The workshop begins promptly at 12PM and concludes by 1PM Central Time.
SCORE strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact: Score St Louis Chapter Admin, ch.admin0021@scorevolunteer.org, 866 726-7340.

WIBA Government Affairs Committee Meeting - April 24
2025-04-24 16:00 - 17:00 | WalkWay of the Ruffin Building, 100 North Broadway - Walkway 100 N. Broadway, Wichita, KS, 67202
Held at 4pm. We meet in the Downtown Ruffin Building.
WIBA members discuss current situations that could affect businesses. By knowing the issues we face, businesses have the opportunity to expand services and gain market share while saving money and being more frugal when needed. They try to keep an eye on things and report back each month with updates and insights.

Time
4th Thursday while in Session

Location
Ruffin Building – Walkway

The Walkway area is on the 2nd level of the downtown Ruffin Building.

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Contact Information
Name: Ashlee Richman
Phone: (316) 201-3264
Email: ashlee@wiba.org

April Coffee & Conversation
2025-04-24 07:30 - 09:00 | The Petroleum Club, 100 North Broadway, Suite 900, Wichita, 67202
Join us bright and early for breakfast and conversation. It is a great way to start your day. Let’s meet at 7:30 am with fellow WIBA members as we have coffee and network, then get seated for breakfast and continue valuable conversations.
This month we will hear from Byron McSwain: Navy Veteran, Faith-Driven Entrepreneur, and Community Connector
Byron McSwain is a U.S. Navy veteran and devoted follower of Christ who turned his passion for coffee and connection into Greater Grounds Coffee & Co., a welcoming café in the heart of downtown Wichita.
His love for coffee began during his Navy service, where he experienced a variety of coffee cultures from around the world. After earning his degree from Friends University in 2021, Byron developed the concept for Greater Grounds as part of a business class project—one that would grow into a vibrant local hub for community, creativity, and conversation.
In July 2024, he opened Greater Grounds at 922 E. Douglas Ave. with the mission of creating a space where people could come together over high-quality coffee, live music, and shared values. From the beginning, his Christian faith has been central to his approach, guiding him through the challenges of entrepreneurship and inspiring a culture of kindness and service.
Byron draws strength from stories like Noah’s—building something meaningful even in uncertain times. That mindset helped him lead Greater Grounds through early obstacles, including global supply challenges and startup pressures, with purpose and grit.
Today, Greater Grounds is more than a coffee shop. It’s a place that gives back—partnering with local nonprofits, donating unsold food, and offering discounts to educators, healthcare workers, and military families. Through it all, Byron continues to lead with integrity, vision, and a commitment to making Wichita stronger—one cup at a time.

Time
Coffee starts at 7:30 am

Location
Ninth Floor Club + Venue (formerly The Petroleum Club)

Parking:

Parking is available on the upper levels of the parking garage located west of Broadway.
Any space not marked RESERVED is available for your use.
Access the building through the covered walkway on the 3rd level of the garage.
There is a $1.00 parking fee (cash only) when exiting the parking garage.

Breakfast and Coffee will be served. Looking forward to seeing you there!

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Contact Information
Wichita Independent Business Association
Name: Jennifer Willits
Phone: (316) 201-3264
Email: jennifer@wiba.org

Small Business Success: Mastering the Essentials
2025-04-19 09:30 - 11:30 | Online Event
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.
Key Takeaways:

Learn how to create a business model that works
Understand branding and marketing fundamentals
Discover key financial tools for profitability
Identify common challenges and how to navigate them
Understand how to develop a strategy for long-term business growth

This is the first Workshop in the three part series Small Business Success: Mastering the Essentials. Session 2 – Polishing Your Business Idea, Marketing Strategy & Social Media Marketing and Session 3 – Demystifying Financial Foundations, Funding Your Businesss Dream & Creating Realistic Financial Projections.

Moments of Focus LLC, OMsutra
2025-04-17 14:00 - 15:00 | Online Event
Hear directly from BeNeca Ward, focused on brand and leadership development, and ​Jyoti​ ​Jaiswal, an expert in manufacturing and retail.

Learn the Basics of Google Ads
2025-04-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Event
In this workshop you will learn how to reach more customers and grow your business with Google Ads. In this session we’ll talk about:

How to create an account and set up an ad campaign
How to write great ads, refine keywords, and include ad extensions
How to measure success

Presenter’s Bio: Keisha Mabry Haymore is a connector, convener and social entrepreneur on a mission to change the world one connection at a time. She is the owner of Heydays, a business incubator and coworking space for founders and creatives to connect, create and curate anything. Keisha has been featured on National Public Radio, The Daily Show, Success Magazine, Huffington Post, Essence, Black Enterprise, Fox 2 News, Nine Network, The Business Journal and more. In addition, Keisha is the Grow With Google Digital Coach for Missouri—a program that provides free digital skills training to entrepreneurs to close the digital divide gap. Keisha is also an adjunct lecturer at the University of Missouri, an Aspen Ideas Scholar, a Hatch Fellow, a TEDx speaker and her book Hey Friend: 100 Ways to Connect with 100 People in 100 Days is a movement to make the world friendly again, or at the very least, friendlier than it’s ever been. She’s delivered more than 150 keynote speeches for Fortune 500 companies and top brands like Spotify, Mastercard, Edward Jones, Square, Bayer, Meta, YUM!, Ikea, SHRM and US Bank. Learn more at keishamabry.com and heydayshq.com.
Registration Information:

Upon registering you will receive a confirmation email with the SCORE Zoom link to attend.
You do not need a Zoom account to participate.
Please connect 5 minutes in advance to be sure you have a good connection. The workshop begins promptly at 12:00 PM and concludes by 1:00 PM Central Time.

SCORE strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact: Score St Louis Chapter Admin, ch.admin0021@scorevolunteer.org, 866 726-7340.

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2025-04-14 08:00 - 17:00 | KS

Decoding Social Media Buzzwords - Kansas SBDC at WSU
2025-04-10 13:30 - 14:30 | Online Event
Feeling lost in the world of social media? You’re not alone! From “SEO” to “engagement”, the terminology can be overwhelming. But understanding these terms is crucial for growing your business online. Join our webinar, Decoding Social Media Buzzwords, and we’ll break down the essential social media jargon into easy-to-understand language.
Cost: None
Location: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.
*Registration closes at Noon on Monday, April 7th, 2025.

Fundamentals of Effective Business Networking
2025-04-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Event
Networking is not typically taught and, for many, is not a skill that comes naturally. In this presentation, attendees will learn how to develop and grow their professional and personal relationships. You’ll leave with techniques that can help build your networks, enhance your business relationships, and network for referrals and sales opportunities.
Speaker’s Bio: Chris Ruzicka generates new client referrals for Carmody MacDonald, develops new marketing opportunities, and helps the firm grow. Chris equips the attorneys with techniques and resources to improve their business development and marketing skills. Chris’ extensive business development and marketing experience ranging from start-ups to large organizations including Anheuser-Busch, Sara Lee, and Citi enables him to bring to the firm continuous innovation and proven best practices.
Chris volunteers for several St. Louis organizations, including Ronald McDonald House Charities and Boys Hope Girls Hope, and served on the Board of Trustees for Chaminade College Preparatory School, and is Past President of Ursuline Academy Fathers’ Club.
Registration Information:

Upon registering you will receive a confirmation email with the SCORE Zoom link to attend.
You do not need a Zoom account to participate.
Please connect 5 minutes in advance to be sure you have a good connection. The workshop begins promptly at 12:00 PM and concludes by 1:00 PM Central Time.

SCORE strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact: Score St Louis Chapter Admin, ch.admin0021@scorevolunteer.org, 866 726-7340.

Accounting for Non-Accountants - Kansas SBDC at WSU
2025-04-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Event
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by financial terms like “balance sheet” or “income statement”? This introductory session, designed specifically for those new to accounting, is the perfect starting point. By gaining a grasp of financial cornerstones, you’ll be well-equipped to make informed decisions that contribute to the success and growth of your business.
Cost: None
Location: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.
*Registration closes at Noon on Monday, April 7th, 2025.

Healing Cuts SF, Artisan‑Preneur Consulting
2025-04-09 09:00 - 10:00 | KS
Join Ismael De Luna, focused on personal care services, and Tiffany Richardson, focused on AI strategy and website design, to hear their tips and strategies.

Metric Mastery for Entrepreneurs
2025-04-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Event
Metrics, Key Performance Indicators (KPI) or Objectives & Key Results (OKR), are ways to measure success and to identify problem areas. This workshop serves as a basic introduction to using data to manage a business. There is an extensive technology behind managing an organization and its personnel with statistics. This workshop serves as a basic introduction to using statistics in managing an organization.
Presenter’s Bio: Moritz Farbstein can help an individual troubleshoot perceived problems or issues in their personal and professional lives. His experience spans Project Management, Business Process Management, Software Engineering, Network Engineering, Technical Writing, Management Consulting, SOX Compliance, Strategic Planning, Vendor & Relationship Management, Training, Business Analysis, Web Development, Search Engine Optimization, Internet Marketing, Public Relations, Career Coaching, Mentoring, and Organizational Development.
He has both training and practical experience managing by statistics.
Registration Information:

Upon registering you will receive a confirmation email with the SCORE Zoom link to attend.
You do not need a Zoom account to participate.
Please connect 5 minutes in advance to be sure you have a good connection. The workshop begins promptly at 12:00 PM and concludes by 1:00 PM Central Time

SCORE strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact: Score St Louis Chapter Admin, ch.admin0021@scorevolunteer.org, 866 726-7340.

Business Financial Literacy
2025-04-07 11:30 - 13:00 | Online Event
In this webinar, you will learn what Financial Management is, and why each business needs it.
Learn how to answer these important questions:
· Are you making a profit?
· Is there enough cash to run the business?
· Is the business building wealth or destroying it?
This is a high-level introduction to the language of business-the financial terms and financial statements that provide a dashboard of your business results. Whether you are just starting out or years into your business, it’s important to be familiar and comfortable with the numbers of your business. Learn about financial statements, cash flow and what tools you can use to improve your business financials. If at some point you are looking for an investment or loan, you will need financial information about your business.
Take this webinar to start your business financial education and follow up with our Finance Series next month for more in-depth learning on Financial Statements, Sources of Funding and Financial Projections.

Supervisor Bootcamp
2025-04-01 13:00 - 17:00 | Fort Hays State University Memorial Union – Stouffer Lounge, 700 College Drive, Hays, KS, 67601, United States
This program is designed for current and aspiring supervisors who seek to foster a positive and productive work environment through effective team management and support. Through interactive discussions, hands-on activities, and real-world scenarios, participants will explore key topics such as Setting Expectations, Goal Setting, Delegating Work, Providing Feedback, and Conflict Resolution.
By the end of the program, participants will build the confidence and skills necessary to supervise others with clarity and purpose, driving success for both individuals and the organization. Join us to enhance your leadership abilities and make a meaningful impact in your workplace!
Registration discounts are available for FHSU Alumni and Hays Chamber Members!
