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SUMMARY:2025 CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2025 CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series\, a webinar series dedicated to showcasing the power of collaboration in rural Missouri communities. In 2025\, we spotlight successful stories of collaboration that are driving innovation\, strengthening connections\, and creating lasting impact in our small towns and rural regions. \nAttendees will hear real stories with real impact directly from community leaders\, organizations\, and individuals who have successfully worked together to overcome challenges and seize opportunities. At the end of each webinar\, we leave time for Q&A sessions with speakers and peers to exchange ideas and build networks. \nWhether you’re an economic development or nonprofit professional\, local official\, business owner\, or simply passionate about rural development\, the CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series is your go-to for inspiration\, learning\, and connection. \nNo fee to attend. \nContact: Jackie Spainhower\, spainhowerj@missouri.edu\, 816-752-8662 \nSessions are the first Friday of each month at 1:30 pm\, starting in February\, \n(No webinars scheduled in January\, July and October.) \nFebruary 7\, 2025\, 1:30 pm – December 5\, 2025\, 2:30 pm\n\n For registration information: Personal Information – 2025 CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/2025-cec-monthly-exchange-webinar-series/
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SUMMARY:Cold Supply Chains - Informational Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The University of Nebraska\, Omaha and the Heartland Food Business Coalition are hosting a seminar on cold supply chains on September 24th\, from 2-3pm. Our speaker is Steven Thauriaux from Smithfield Foods. \n  \nIn the seminar\, Steven will discuss the following topics: \n\nRegulators & rules: USDA\, FDA\, OSHA\, SQF—requirements shaping food handling and storage.\nTemperature control: ≤41°F refrigeration; monitoring\, calibrated probes\, logs\, and alerting.\nOps challenges: Labor retention\, cross-functional teamwork\, SOP standardization\, scheduling\, inventory discipline.\nTech enablers: RFID for traceability; LMS for training/productivity; WMS for execution.\nCustomer expectations: Transparency\, speed\, accuracy\, safety; KPIs—OTIF and fill rate.\nCase wins: Process optimization\, SOP rollouts\, targeted tech adoption → higher efficiency\, fewer claims.\n\nThe zoom connection information is below. Please feel free to spread this invite to others who may be interested. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://unl.zoom.us/j/95767517203?from=addon \nMeeting ID: 957 6751 7203 \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/cold-supply-chains-informational-webinar/
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SUMMARY:So\, You’re Thinking about Selling Your Business - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION: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. \nKansas 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 experience on:\n-Identifying the Right Time to Sell: Key factors to consider when deciding if selling is your best move.\n-Building a Winning Strategy: Essential elements for a successful sale\, maximizing your return on investment.\n-Taking Action Today: Actionable steps you can take right now to get your business sale-ready.\n-Assembling Your A-Team: Critical team members you need by your side to ensure a smooth transition.\n-A Step-by-Step Guide: A clear picture of the entire sales process\, from initial discussions to closing the deal.\n-Beyond the Finish Line: Important considerations for the post-sale period. \nPrivacy: We understand the sensitive nature of this topic. Reminder emails will include instructions for customizing your Zoom name\, and for added security\, only the trainer and their screen will be recorded. Join us and ask any questions you have. \nDate: Wednesday\, September 24th\nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nCost: $25.00\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect. \nFor more information: 09/24/25 – So\, You’re Thinking about Selling Your Business
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