Network Kansas

2025 Create Campaign Forum
2025-07-19 09:30 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | Woolsey Hall, 1845 Fairmount St, Wichita, KS, 67260, United States
This is Create Campaign’s signature entrepreneurship forum for emerging and established entrepreneurs. 2025 special guest: Davontae Harris, NFL Veteran, Wichita native and entrepreneur

Small Business Success: Mastering the Essentials
2025-07-19 09:30 - 11:30, 2025-06-16 18:00 - 20:00 | 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.

Your Publishing Roadmap to Success
2025-07-17 11:30 - 12:30 | Online Event
The current publishing landscape in the US can be confusing, wild, and very much a “buyer be-AWARE” market. Join Cathy as she simplifies the options available to authors and discusses the pros-and-cons of each.
Learn:

The pros and cons of DIY vs. Author-Assisted vs. Independent vs. Traditional Publishing
What is an Author Brand Platform and why do I need one?
What kinds of books sell best?
Which publishing path is best for me?
How do I avoid self-publishing pitfalls?

Presenter’s Bio: Cathy Davis
Books are in Cathy’s DNA and have always played a big role in her life. Cathy Davis believes we all have a story to tell and it is through our stories that we are able to find our voice, share our wisdom, and make a difference in the lives of others. Wisdom not shared is wisdom lost forever.
Cathy founded Davis Creative, LLC in January of 2004 after a long career in financial services marketing. What originally began as a boutique creative services agency, is now known as Davis Creative Publishing Services — a sought-after publishing industry leader, providing concierge publishing services for authors throughout the US and several foreign countries.
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 11:30AM and concludes by 12:30PM 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 Golf Classic - 2025
2025-07-14
The Wichita Independent Business Association is ready for the 5th annual WIBA Golf Classic. The tournament will be held on Monday, July 14th, 2025 at Rolling Hills Country Club beginning with a 7:30am check-in and shotgun start at 8:30am.
Don’t golf, but still want to go and meet people at the WIBA Golf Classic?
BACK THIS YEAR – Networking passes. Come hang out on the patio – there will be networking, drinks, games and a chance to see the players as they play through hole #17.
The proceeds from this tournament will ensure Wichita’s businesses have the resources and support they need to thrive. We care about our members as if they were family – we know the importance of providing quality resources and opportunities to help Wichita’s business community.

2025 Small Business Marketing Meetup - Kansas SBDC at WSU
2025-07-11 10:00 - 14:15 | Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex, 5015 East 29th Street North, Wichita, KS, 67220
Elevate your marketing with real-world strategies, expert insights, and practical tools designed for small businesses. This year’s Marketing Meetup brings together marketing professionals, educators, and entrepreneurs for an energizing day of hands-on learning. Dive into sessions on sharpening your marketing strategy, leveraging data-driven research, and uncovering hidden website pitfalls. You’ll also explore the power of Every Door Direct Mail (EDDM) to boost your local reach without needing a mailing list.
Walk away inspired and equipped with actionable tactics to improve your customer journey, increase visibility, and drive real results, starting now!
Morning Session
Better Strategy, Better Results – Presented by Doug Stucky- Assistant Dean and Director of Curriculum and Program Development
Work through practical exercises to sharpen your marketing strategy and boost results. Learn to read customer and industry signals, improve the customer journey, and stand out in your market—all while building a focused, winning strategy you can start using immediately.
Breakout Session
Every Door Direct Mail (EDDM) – Presented by Koell Collins- Wichita American Marketing Association, Programming VP & Founder, STBL Strategies
Learn how to use EDDM, a low-cost USPS program, to target neighborhoods without a mailing list. Discover how this powerful tool can help small businesses and local organizations increase visibility and grow their customer base efficiently.
Breakout Session
The Hidden Costs of a Bad Website – Presented by Marisa Vanskiver- CEO and Senior Educator
Discover how your website might be secretly costing you leads and sales. This talk reveals the hidden drains of poor user experience (UX) and inaccessible design, and then provides simple, actionable tweaks you can implement right away to boost your online performance and stop the leak of potential revenue.
Afternoon Session
From Ideas to Impact: Using Research To Build Your Business – Presented by Dr. Lynn Matthews- Assistant Professor of Marketing, Barton School of Business, Wichita State University
Turn instincts into impact by learning how to use research to guide your business decisions. Discover how to frame the right questions, choose effective research methods, and apply insights that drive smart, strategic growth.
Date: Friday, July 11th, 2025
Time: 10:00 am – 2:15 pm (Check-in at 9:30 am)
Cost: $10.00 to attend. Registration is required.
Registration closes on Monday, July 7th 2025
**Disclaimer: Sessions will not be recorded. However, all attendees will receive presentation materials via email after the event. Lunch will be available for purchase. Please note that per SBDC policy, refunds are not available. Free parking is provided at the WSU Metroplex.

The Ultimate Guide to Business Insurance: Part 1
2025-07-01 09:30 - 10:30 | Online Event
About the event

In this session, you’ll learn the basics of how insurance is rated, classified, and the essential coverages every new business should consider. We’ll walk through what you need to know to get started with the right protection in place.
Presenter’s Bio: As an entrepreneur and multi-business owner, Chris Stone brings a wealth of experience in asset protection and insurance to our community. Chris’s journey in the insurance industry began with a Fortune 500 company before he ventured into independent agency ownership with e3 Insurance. His passion for protecting businesses and individuals stems from a personal experience, driving him to ensure that his clients never face the same hardships. A Dale Carnegie graduate and Missouri native, Chris’s diverse background includes personal fitness, construction, and investment banking. This breadth of experience enables him to connect deeply with his clients and understand their unique needs.
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 9:30AM and concludes by 10:30AM 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.

Search Engine Optimization Part 1: The Basics
2025-06-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Event
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is a powerful way for you to help more potential customers find out about your business. We will cover basic SEO concepts & techniques this workshop. This is part 1 of 2 workshops. Part 2 will be presented in April.
Topics will include:
> How search engines work
> Local business SEO
> Ranking factors
> Basic SEO techniques
If you would like to learn more about SEO you can register for part 2 of this series next month.
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 Founder's Day Celebration
2025-06-26 18:30 - 21:30
No description provided.
Come join the WIBA staff and members as we celebrate Founder’s Day – WIBA’s 94th anniversary! This is a don’t miss signature event that will be hosted by The Highlands just north of Wichita.
Enjoy wide-open outdoor spaces, mouthwatering food, live music, bar, dancing, and other fun surprises!
Register today and come celebrate with us!
Come dressy and stylish, suitable for an outdoor setting.
Pricing
$75 per person in advance
Enjoy wide-open outdoor spaces, a BBQ bar serving up mouthwatering food, live music to get you moving, dancing, and a bunch of other fun surprises!
*You must pre-register for this event*
*Tickets are non-refundable

Engage Your Audience, Grow Your Business - Kansas SBDC at WSU
2025-06-26 13:00 - 14:00 | Online Event
Want to transform your social media? This workshop unlocks the secrets to creating engaging content, from hooking viewers to building your brand. Learn how to implement calls to action, quality content, and audience connection to increase your engagement and ultimately grow your business.
Cost: None
Location: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.
*Registration closes at Noon on Monday, June 23rd, 2025.

Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities 2025: Inaugural Conference
2025-06-26 - 2025-06-27
The first-ever Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities conference will be held in Kingman, Kansas, on June 26, and 27, 2025 with a pre-conference concert event on June 25.
Entrepreneurial communities are those cities, neighborhoods, or townships that are continuously working to develop an environment that fosters entrepreneurship to promote community economic development. They have created networks, cultures, resources, and policies enabling invention, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
Whether you work in economic development, business, arts and culture, government, philanthropy, the nonprofit sector, or education, you have an important role in supporting local businesses and entrepreneurial development in communities. There is something for everyone!

Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities
2025-06-26 - 2025-06-27
Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities
In Kingman, KS June 26, 27 a pre-conference concert is scheduled for June 25.
$175; $100 for small business owners
What to Expect:

Dynamic, embedded sessions held within local businesses and venues across a four-block radius in downtown Kingman.
Tools, strategies, and connections to grow your business, enhance your marketing, and navigate legal requirements with confidence. <Link to Workshops here>
Networking with Like-Minded Entrepreneurs, industry experts, and resource providers who can help you overcome challenges and seize new opportunities.

Watch the promotional Video:
Kingman CEC Conference Video

Conference Registration

Startup and Start Right - Kansas SBDC at WSU
2025-06-24 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 on Monday, June 23rd2025

Converting Website Visitors into Buyers
2025-06-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Event
Turn more website visitors into customers with our Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) Workshop tailored for small business owners. In this friendly and practical session, you’ll learn how to identify and fix common obstacles in the customer journey, optimize content for better engagement, and make data-driven improvements to your website.
This workshop breaks down complex concepts into simple, actionable strategies you can implement right away. Join us and start converting clicks into customers today!
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.

Grant Prep Boot Camp Workshop
2025-06-20 10:00 - 13:00 | Online Event
In three hours, you will learn how to research, prepare, write and apply for grants. At the end of this webinar, you will be able to target and learn how to organize grants to further your mission.
Don’t worry if you don’t have access to the various fancy (and expensive) grant databases. We will show you how to:
* Access grant information – for free!
* Filter through 990 returns
* Uncover names, and
* Get around the “invite only” issue when determining fit.
We will also work on systematizing the process of grants, so you don’t have to redo every time.
Instructor: Sarah Shipley. Sarah is an award-winning consultant with 20+ years of experience in marketing, communications and public relations. In 2017, she was named a Top Connector in KC by the Kauffman Foundation and is the former Chairperson of the Kansas City Startup Foundation.

Gathering Info to Confirm, Conflict, Pivot
2025-06-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Online Event
Customer discovery takes place all through the entrepreneurial journey. From your first idea presentation to selling products or services, it is a continual process. How to properly gather information is only one part. Then you have to know how to interpret it, and understand what it means to you? Then you have to decide what to do with it.

All attendees will receive a free copy of Steve’s book: “Simplify Everything”

Presenter’s Bio: Steve Epner is a successful entrepreneur. He started an international association, a consulting practice, taught innovation and entrepreneurship in the MBA program at Saint Louis University, and after flunking retirement, became the Entrepreneur In Residence for Boeing. Steve was the Chairman of the Gateway Venture Mentoring Service, the St Louis Innovation Roundtable, and had managed the St Louis Regional Entrepreneurship Educators. His goal is to give back to the community that helped him be successful.
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 6:00 PM and concludes by 7:00 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.

Cybersecurity Essentials for Small Business Owners - Kansas SBDC at WSU
2025-06-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Event
This online training covers the cyber security fundamentals that all small business owners should understand and act on. The purpose of the presentation is to address the common risk points that make most small businesses susceptible to a cyber-attack or data breach.
• Understand the risks for small businesses (they are the # 1 target),
• Identify weak points in your system and management policies, learn best practices, preparation & response tactics, and available resources to help prepare and protect your business.
Date: Wednesday, June 18th 2025
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 pm
Cost: None.
Location: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.
*Registration closes at Noon on Monday, June 16th 2025

Digitally Empowering Your Farm or Food Business - Kansas SBDC at WSU
2025-06-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Event
Join us for a dynamic 4-session online training series designed to equip your business with essential digital tools to grow and innovate in today’s evolving marketplace.
We will cover topics related to managing your digital presence, a deep dive into Ecommerce, using AI to help you accomplish it all, and more!
Dates: June 16th,17th,18th and 20th, 2025
Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm
Location: Online via Zoom. You will receive the Zoom Link via the email you register with.
Cost: $50.00
**Full scholarships are available to farm and food enterprises through The Heartland Regional Food Business Center.
*Registration closes at Noon on Sunday, June 15th, 2025.

eMail Marketing
2025-06-12 09:00 - 22:30 | Online Event
eMail marketing, driven by your CRM (customer relationship management) software is the most cost-effective tool in your marketing kit. In this class we will cover how to utilize email to turn prospects into customers and how to utilize your CRM to tailor the customer journey from inquiry to sale.
Faculty: Kim Beer. Kim is a national speaker and advocate for entrepreneurship and small business marketing. She has been an entrepreneur for over 25 years, soon to celebrate her 20th year as president of the small business marketing firm Midnight Productions, Inc. Kim’s mission is to inspire and educate entrepreneurs to create results-oriented marketing tactics that will carry their business to the next level. Her seminars on marketing are honest, enlightening and packed with great action steps and technical instruction. Kim is a Certified Authorized Local Expert and Platinum Solution Provider with the online marketing software company Constant Contact.
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Fundraising for Non-Profits - Basics
2025-06-11 14:00 - 17:00 | 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.

WIBA Women Level Up Seminar for Level Up Members
2025-06-11 08:30 - 10:30 | Crestview Country Club, 1000 N. 127th St E., Wichita, KS, 67206, United States
Make sure you sign up for the program, it is only $100 for the year and starts when you apply.
Once you have signed up, you will get an email to register for the event.

Our speaker will be City Councilwoman Becky Tuttle.
Becky has over thirty years of professional experience engaging community partners through grassroots local coalition efforts focusing on policy and environmental changes to improve the community.
Prior to being elected to the Wichita City Council, Tuttle was a public health professional and served as the Community Development Director for the Greater Wichita YMCA, Community Health Planning and Performance Improvement Division Director for the Sedgwick County Health Department, and other professional positions in the non-profit and education sectors.
Level Up member be sure to join us as Becky talks about some of the tough conversations she has had and how to manage them, along with being in the public eye and handling difficult situations.
We will meet at the beautiful Crestview Country Club, 1000 N 127th St E.
Please come to the North end of the building, follow the sign for offices as you drive in.

State Legislative Appreciation Dinner 2025
2025-06-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Mark Arts, 1307 N Rock Rd, Wichita, KS, 67206, United States
Join us for this members-only evening event in appreciation of the South Central Kansas Legislative Delegation. The event includes a cocktail reception and a seated dinner.
Pricing

Advanced Pricing Ticket | $75*

*Ticket price increases to $90 if registering after Monday, May 27 at 11:59 p.m. Registration will close the day prior to the event unless sold out in advance.

Event Timeline

5:00 p.m.
Doors open for cocktail hour

6:00 p.m.
Dinner begins

8:00 p.m.
Event concludes

How to do Business with the City of Wichita - Kansas SBDC at WSU
2025-06-10 15:00 - 16:00 | WSU Metroplex, 5015 East 29th St N, Wichita, KS, 67220
Are you a local small business curious about working with the City of Wichita? The Kansas SBDC at WSU hosts Chris Haislett, Contract Compliance Officer, in this session to gain firsthand knowledge on how to become a vendor with the City of Wichita, the City’s procurement processes, requirements, and more.
Cost: None
Location: In Person. Hughes Metropolitan Complex. 5015 E. 29th St N. Wichita, KS 67220
*Registration closes at Noon on Monday June 9th.

QuickBooks Online for Intermediate Users - Kansas SBDC at WSU
2025-06-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex, 5015 East 29th Street North, Wichita, KS, 67220
Build on the skills learned in the Beginners course and learn how to make the most of this cloud-based accounting software to manage your company’s finances more efficiently. This webinar covers more complex concepts including setting up sales tax, creating estimates, recurring transactions, inventory management, journal entries, and payroll. Also learn how to manage accounts receivable and accounts payable, reconcile accounts, and analyze reports. Presenter Charnea Bell is a Master Accountant, Certified QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor, alumna of Wichita State University, and local business owner.
Cost: $199.00
Location: IN Person. Hughes Metropolitan Complex 5015 E. 29th ST. N. Wichita, KS 67260
*Registration closes at Noon on Monday , June 9th 2025

Creating or Improving Your Free Company Page on LinkedIn
2025-06-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Event
Discover how to develop or improve a free company page on LinkedIn to drive business to your organization.
In this session, you will …
> Learn the logistics and best practices of setting up your stand-out company page.
> Discover how to add more than 20 specialties so that you can be found on LinkedIn and Google for what your company offers.
>Find out how to maximize your company posts and grow a large following on the world’s largest business network — LinkedIn.
Stand out on LinkedIn by crafting a compelling company page!
Presenter’s Bio: Kathy Bernard As a LinkedIn trainer, speaker, and career coach, Kathy Bernard helps businesses, colleges, and individuals solve talent shortages, create effective LinkedIn company pages and profiles, and offer LinkedIn training and profile reviews, career coaching and interview prep, and resume creation and optimization. With a background in branding, career counseling and communications, and experience in corporate, media, nonprofit, advertising, and startup environments, Kathy is equipped to support a diverse range of clients in achieving their goals. Kathy holds a Bachelor of Journalism in Advertising Communications and a Bachelor of Art in Graphic Design from the University of Missouri-Columbia.
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 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.

Commercial Insurance Basics - Kansas SBDC at WSU
2025-06-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Event
Business Insurance is an important but often misunderstood aspect of operating an enterprise. Join Advisor David Kreller for an overview of insurance and risk management basics including the different types of business insurance a small business may typically utilize, how they work, and factors that may impact pricing.
Cost: None
Location: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.
*Registration closes at 12:00 pm on Monday, June 9th, 2025

Access to Money 2025
2025-06-09 08:30 - 16:00 | Kauffman Foundation Conference Center, 4801 Rockhill Road, Kansas city, MO, 64110
Fuel Your Business Dreams at Acce$$ to Money!
Funding. Resources. Real Talk. All in One Place.

Ready to launch or grow your business but not sure where to start? Acce$$ to Money is your front door to the funding, mentorship, and community support every entrepreneur needs to succeed.
Meet 20+ experts from Kansas City’s top business, financial, and support organizations—all in one room, all ready to help you move forward. Whether you’re just sketching out your idea or preparing to raise capital, you’ll find answers, direction, and real connections.

This isn’t just another event. It’s a launchpad.
If you’re an early-stage entrepreneur or exploring what’s possible, Acce$$ to Money is built for you. Come curious. Leave confident.

Financial Tips for Your Business
2025-06-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Event
Learn tips on how to start a healthy small business, operate it, and grow. Learn the 3 keys to business success. Become comfortable with talking about financing, budgeting, bookkeeping, cash flow, and P&L statements. Know how to prepare and what documents you will need to apply for a loan and learn how to build and maintain your credit to build a lasting legacy for your small business.
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 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 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.

Business Law and Related Tax Topics for Emerging Business
2025-06-02 09:00 - 11:00 | Online Event
The Score KC’s Business Law and Related Tax Topics for Emerging Business webinar will help you decide when and how to utilize legal advice such as:
FORMING YOUR BUSINESS – business law and tax law considerations
OPERATING YOUR BUSINESS – governing documents, such as:
LLC Operating Agreements and Corporate Shareholder Agreements
The Smart Protected Business
Vendor agreements, customer agreements
Employment issues – handbook, discipline, security policies
Mitigating risks
Common tax deductions for business owners
Sales and use tax issues
GROWING YOUR BUSINESS – Bringing on investors
What you need to know from a business perspective
What you need to know from a tax perspective
Empowering / Limiting Non-Owner Manager
Merging, Acquiring, Selling
RELATED BUSINESS LAW ISSUES
RELATED TAX LAW ISSUES
Faculty: Crystal Howard. Crystal is a skilled tax attorney who counsels clients on a wide range of federal income tax matters, including those related to business transactions. Crystal advises partnerships and corporations on tax matters in the context of entity formation, reorganization and dissolution. She spent eight years in private practice, advising businesses and individuals on a range of tax planning and controversy matters, as well as pension, health and welfare benefits, and ERISA compliance and served as in-house counsel to a nonprofit organization and as a tax research specialist for a multinational tax preparation company. She received her Master’s in Law and Juris Doctor from the UMKC School of Law and her Bachelor of Arts from William Jewell College.
Jared Marsh. Jared, with Krigel, Nugent and Moore, is an experienced litigator who has represented individuals and business owners throughout his career. He has worked in one of Kansas City’s largest law firms, as well in smaller law firms in Johnson County, Kansas and Jackson County, Missouri. Jared really enjoys the opportunity to be a jack-of-all-trades for his clients, working to learn and understand their business needs to protect their business and achieve their goals. Jared received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Drury University in Springfield, Missouri and his Juris Doctor, with distinction, from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law. His practice areas include Employment Law, Human Resources, Business Formation, Agreements and Contracts, Business Litigation, In-House Counsel, Risk Management, Administrative Law, Regulatory Compliance and Training and Employee Benefits.
This webinar starts promptly at 9:00 AM and concludes by 11:00 AM. Please connect at least 5 minutes in advance to be sure you have a good connection.

Everything HR - for new and existing businesses
2025-05-30 09:00 - 11:00 | Online Event
This WEBINAR session, led by Pamela Rosterman, explores workable strategies to help you manage HR at your business with a step-by-step guide. It helps prepare you before you make your first hire. Learn how to navigate the challenges ranging from discrimination and wrongful termination to harassment and employee paperwork.
Key Takeaways:
· * Explore why business leaders fail and how to avoid the pitfalls
· * How to decide when to make your first hires
· * Learn how to better implement and track key HR objectives
· * How to set behavioral expectations and audit performance
Covering important topics:
· * Recruitment
· * Job Descriptions
· * Exempt vs. Non-exempt
· * 1099 vs W2
· * Onboarding
· * Employee Compliance
· * Performance evaluations
· * Employee Handbook
· * Discrimination
· * Discipline
· * Time and Attendance
· * Payroll
· * Safety and Workers’ Compensation
· * Employee Benefits
