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SUMMARY:Building Blocks 101: Essentials for Starting a Business - Sioux City\, Iowa
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about starting your own business? Not sure where to begin?\nJoin the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Western Iowa Tech for our Intro to Business Workshop — a free\, monthly session designed to help new and aspiring entrepreneurs build a solid foundation for success.\n\nEach workshop will walk you through the essentials of launching a business\, including business structure\, strategic planning\, and critical next steps. Whether you have a fully formed idea or are just starting to explore entrepreneurship\, this workshop will give you practical tools\, resources\, and expert advice to confidently move forward.\n\nWorkshops are held the first Tuesday of every month. Tuesday\, July 8th 12:00 PM (Noon) Western Iowa Tech Community College4647 Stone Avenue\, Sioux City\, IARoom L136 (across from the cafeteria)\n\nCost: FREE\nMore info: Building Blocks 101: Essentials for Starting a Business – Iowa SBDC
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/building-blocks-101-essentials-for-starting-a-business-sioux-city-iowa/
LOCATION:Western Iowa Tech Community College\, 4647 Stone Avenue\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51106\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
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SUMMARY:2025 Small Business Marketing Meetup - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWalk away inspired and equipped with actionable tactics to improve your customer journey\, increase visibility\, and drive real results\, starting now! \nMorning Session \nBetter Strategy\, Better Results – Presented by Doug Stucky- Assistant Dean and Director of Curriculum and Program Development \nWork 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. \nBreakout Session \nEvery Door Direct Mail (EDDM) – Presented by Koell Collins- Wichita American Marketing Association\, Programming VP & Founder\, STBL Strategies \nLearn 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. \nBreakout Session \nThe Hidden Costs of a Bad Website – Presented by Marisa Vanskiver- CEO and Senior Educator \nDiscover 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. \nAfternoon Session \nFrom 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 \nTurn 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. \nDate: Friday\, July 11th\, 2025 \nTime: 10:00 am – 2:15 pm (Check-in at 9:30 am) \nCost: $10.00 to attend. Registration is required. \nRegistration closes on Monday\, July 7th\, 2025 \nMore Info: 07/11/25 – Small Business Marketing Meetup \n**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.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/2025-small-business-marketing-meetup-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu/
LOCATION:Hughes Metropolitan Complex\, 5015 E. 29th ST. N.\, Wichita\, KS\, 67260\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event,In Person Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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SUMMARY:Shop Kansas Farms - Market of Farms at The Heritage Andover
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to announce our next Market of Farms will take place at The Heritage in Andover on July 12! This stunning new development blends luxury apartments\, vibrant commercial spaces\, and scenic views with a welcoming public plaza. \nFor a unique twist\, we’ll be setting up inside the parking garage — offering a fresh and exciting atmosphere unlike any of our previous Market of Farms events. \nSell your products to consumers who want to connect directly with growers. \nFor more info: Andover Market of Farms sponsored by The Heritage | Shop Kansas Farms | Brought to you by Kansas Farm Bureau
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/shop-kansas-farms-market-of-farms-at-the-heritage-andover/
LOCATION:The Heritage in Andover\, 360 South Heritage Way\, Andover\, KS\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
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SUMMARY:Kansas Farm Bureau's Communication\, Media and Spokesperson Training
DESCRIPTION:Join the Communications\, Media & Spokesperson Training on July 16–17 in Hays\, and learn how to confidently represent your farm\, your values and your role in feeding Kansas and beyond. \nWhy You Should Attend\nLearn how to clearly and powerfully share your farm’s story through media interviews\, public events and online platforms.\nGet hands-on experience in public speaking\, storytelling and handling tough questions with confidence.\nBuild your skills to become a trusted voice in your community and an advocate for local food systems.\nConnect with fellow producers and communicators who share your passion for Kansas-grown food.\nThis free\, two-day training includes meals and lodging and it’s exclusively for Farm Bureau members. \n\nApplicant shall be a member in good standing with their county Farm Bureau.\nApplicant shall be a Farm Bureau member.\nApplicant shall complete an application and be willing to meet all time commitments associated with the program held at Holiday Inn Express in Hays beginning at 1p.m. on Wed.\, July 16 and ending at 8:30 p.m. on Thurs.\, July 17.\n\nApply by June 24 to secure your spot. \nFor more info: Kansas Farm Bureau’s Communication\, Media and Spokesperson Training | Shop Kansas Farms | Brought to you by Kansas Farm Bureau
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/kansas-farm-bureaus-communication-media-and-spokesperson-training/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Express in Hays\, KS\, 4650 Roth Ave\, Hays\, KS\, 67601\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event,In Person Training
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SUMMARY:Kansas Local Food Summit - Painting a Vibrant Future
DESCRIPTION:The next Kansas Local Food Summit will be held July 29-30\, 2025\, in Salina\, Kansas. \nAnyone working in local food systems or interested in supporting local food system growth is welcome to attend\, including producers\, consumers\, food policy council members\, government agency workers\, non-profit organizations\, food businesses\, and more! If you are looking for opportunities to learn how to bolster your local food systems and connect with like-minded Kansans\, the Kansas Local Food Summit is a great choice. We have sessions planned that are relevant to a wide range of different food systems interests\, including food access\, food waste & recovery\, food hubs\, community engagement\, food policy\, farm to school\, and more. \nVisit here for more info: Kansas Local Food Summit \nFor those planning to arrive in Salina on Tuesday\, a hotel block is available at the Hampton Inn in Salina for $114 per night\, from Monday\, July 28 to Thursday\, July 31\, 2025. To take advantage of this rate\, please make your reservations no later than July 21\, 2025. Be sure to adjust the nights to reflect your scheduled needs. \nFor inquiries regarding cost of attendance or additional information\, please contact: \nRebecca McMahon\, Program Administrator \nAmanda Lindahl\, Program Coordinator \nOur staff work remotely\, so please reach out to us by email: \nkansaslocalfoods@ksu.edu
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/kansas-local-food-summit-painting-a-vibrant-future/
LOCATION:Kansas Wesleyan University\, 100 E Claflin Ave\, Salina\, KS\, 67401\, United States
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