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SUMMARY:Sustainability 101: Practical Steps for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:This workshop introduces small businesses to the basics of sustainability\, focusing on Pollution Prevention (P2) strategies and the principles of Environmental Justice (EJ). Learn how implementing sustainable practices can reduce costs\, improve efficiency\, and support underserved communities. We’ll also touch on compliance considerations relevant to small businesses\, leveraging resources from the Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP). \nJoin us to discover actionable steps to build a greener and more equitable future for your business and community. \nDate: February 4th\, 2025 \nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 pm \nCost: none \nLocation: Online. \nYou will receive information about how to connect. \n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, February 3rd\, 2025.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/sustainability-101-practical-steps-for-small-businesses/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC at WSU":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T142105
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SUMMARY:Freeze Drying Foods: Science\, Safety\, and Cottage Industry Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The North Central Food Safety Extension Network is offering a 3-part webinar series on topics relative to food entrepreneurs. Registration link is below and you will receive a Zoom link to attend. All webinars will be held from 11:00am-Noon CST. \nDate: February 4\, 2025 \nTime: 11:00 a.m. to Noon\nDescription: This webinar session will cover the science and food safety aspects involved in producing freeze-drying foods for sale to consumers.\nDr. Mary-Grace Danao\, University of Nebraska-Lincoln \nFor Registration: Qualtrics Survey | Qualtrics Experience Management \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/freeze-drying-foods-science-safety-and-cottage-industry-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260512T142105
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UID:37995-1738670400-1738674000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Hiring Your First Employee
DESCRIPTION: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 and whether you can handle in-house or outsource\, necessary tax reporting\, and other human resource points you should consider. \nThis webinar will also help current employers review and improve their processes \nDate: Tuesday\, February 4th\, 2025. \nTime: 12:00 pm– 1:00 pm \nCost: None \nLocation: Online. \nYou will receive information about how to connect. \n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, February 3rd\, 2025
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/hiring-your-first-employee-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC at WSU":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260512T142105
CREATED:20250107T205102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T205122Z
UID:38406-1738670400-1738846800@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Starting and Sustaining a Farmers Market Lunch N' Learn Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in starting a farmer’s market in your community? Are you part of a recently established market looking to learn more? Join MU Extension and Missouri Farmers Market Association for this lunch n’ learn series to explore the steps and strategies for starting and sustaining a farmer’s market. \nLearn the nuts and bolts of market rules and regulations\, creating a market identity\, and liability considerations\, along with how Missouri Farmers Market Association and MU Extension can support farmers market managers. Join the panel discussions as established farmers market managers share their insights and lessons learned from starting a farmer’s market to how to develop partnerships and sponsorships that have supported their markets success and longevity. Registration for the Tuesday session only is free and part of the Missouri Farmers Market Association Tuesday Talks. Register for the full series for $10.  \n\nTuesday –   Starting a Farmers Market – Regulations\, Rules\, Market Identity and Liability\, and resources from Missouri Farmers Market Association and MU Extension\nWednesday – Startup Lessons and Insights – Farmers Market Manager Panel Discussion\nThursday – Building Partnerships and Sponsorships to Support Market Success and Longevity – Farmers Market Manager Panel Discussion\n\nThis webinar series will provide information that will be explored further in The Missouri Farmers Market Association Conference\, February 23rd and 24th\, where you can learn and network in person with current and aspiring market managers from across Missouri in interactive and engaging sessions. \nTo register\, visit: Personal Information – Starting and Sustaining a Farmers Market Lunch N’ Learn Webinar Series \nFind out more details about the Missouri Farmers Market Association Annual Conference https://www.missourifarmersmarkets.org/ \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/starting-and-sustaining-a-farmers-market-lunch-n-learn-webinar-series/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T133000
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UID:39469-1738843200-1743082200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Home Vegetable Garden Basics - 8 Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to grow your own vegetables!  Start with garden planning and soils\, learn about cool and warm season vegetables plus herbs\, and how to problem solve those pesky weeds\, insects\, and diseases. \nCost: $80 for 8 sessions \nQuestions? Contact Katie Kammler\, kammlerk@missouri.edu or 573-883-3548 \nNoon to 1:30\, every Thursday from February 6 to March 27 \nTo register and more info on the total of 8 sessions: Personal Information – Home Vegetable Garden Basics \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/home-vegetable-garden-basics-8-sessions/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T143000
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UID:39477-1738935000-1764945000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250210T133000
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UID:10390-1739194200-1739291400@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Grant Writing Basics Course - K-State Research & Extension
DESCRIPTION:K-State Research & Extension is offering a Grant Writing Basics course consisting of two (3-hour) online live sessions with many additional resources. We’ve organized a two-part series specifically for our food system partners\, farmers\, and food business owners interested in grant writing. Whether you’ve never written a grant proposal before and have no idea where to start\, or for those who have experience but are looking for ways to improve your approach\, we encourage you to attend. Participants are encouraged to bring their grants or grant ideas to share. \nFebruary 10-11\, 2025: This class is only available to those producing Kansas foods or helping write grants for local food access. \nTopics include: \n\nSources of data for community needs\nWhere to find grants\nElements of a great grant proposal\nPracticing the grant elements: Problem\, Outcome\, Activity\, Evaluation\, Budget\n\nFor more information\, please contact:\nNancy Daniels\nnkdaniels@ksu.edu \n*Refunds are not available for this program
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/grant-writing-basics-course-k-state-research-extension/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T130000
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UID:38008-1739275200-1739278800@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Startup and Start Right
DESCRIPTION:Ready to turn your business idea into reality? This webinar untangles the startup process and guides you through ten essential steps. We’ll navigate licenses\, taxes\, business structure\, funding\, and more with clear explanations and actions to take! \nDate: Tuesday\, February 11th\, 2025 \nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm \nCost: None \nLocation: Online. \nYou will receive information about how to connect. \n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, February 10th\, 2025.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/startup-and-start-right/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC at WSU":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T130000
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UID:39175-1739448000-1739451600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:An Intro to Building Your Brand Story
DESCRIPTION:In this engaging virtual session\, discover why the most successful brands lead with purpose\, not products. Learn from powerful examples like Red Bull\, Patagonia\, and other purpose-driven companies who’ve mastered the art of championing their ‘why.’\nWhat You’ll Learn: \n-How to uncover your company’s authentic ‘why’\n-The proven 80/20 rule for engaging content\n-Strategies to translate your purpose into powerful stories\n-Real examples from brands who lead with purpose \n**NOTE: This virtual session is your first step toward our comprehensive in-person workshop experience held on March 4th. \nDate: Thursday\, February 13th\, 2025\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nCost: None\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, February 10th\, 2025. \nhttps://secure.touchnet.com/C21797_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=5645&SINGLESTORE=tru
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/an-intro-to-building-your-brand-story/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250218T130000
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UID:39139-1739880000-1739883600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Crafting your Roadmap to Success: Business Planning for Food & Farm Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Calling all small-scale farmers and food-based entrepreneurs! Are you ready to grow your business and thrive in your local market? Join us for an engaging webinar where you’ll learn how to create a practical\, personalized business plan tailored to your business’ unique needs. From setting achievable goals to mastering marketing strategies\, this session is packed with tools to help you plant the seeds for a profitable future. Don’t miss out—turn your vision into action and watch your business flourish! \n  \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/crafting-your-roadmap-to-success-business-planning-for-food-farm-entrepreneurs/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nebraska Extension":MAILTO:unlextension@unl.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T140000
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UID:38010-1740056400-1740060000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Social Media Analytics
DESCRIPTION:Struggling to understand your social media data? This course clarifies how to find valuable insights on Meta\, Pinterest\, and TikTok. We’ll decode key metrics within each platform’s analytics suite\, empowering you to pinpoint winning content and refine your targeting strategy. \nDate: Thursday\, February 20th\, 2025 \nTime: 1:00 pm-2:00 pm \nCost: $10.00 \nLocation: Online. \nYou will receive information about how to connect. \n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, February 2025
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/social-media-analytics-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC at WSU":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T142105
CREATED:20241216T230848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T230848Z
UID:38031-1740474000-1740484800@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:QuickBooks Online for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use QuickBooks Online software to help manage your company’s finances from anywhere using the cloud. This webinar covers setting up your company account\, navigating the user interface\, recording common transactions\, and running reports to assess your company’s performance. Learn how to set up products and services\, customers\, vendors\, sales tax\, and more. Presenter Charnea Bell is a Master Accountant\, Certified QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor\, alumna of Wichita State University\, and local business owner. \nDate: Tuesday\, February 25th 2025\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 pm\nCost: $199.00\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, February 24th\, 2025.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/quickbooks-online-for-beginners/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC at WSU":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T142105
CREATED:20241216T231116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T231116Z
UID:38033-1740646800-1740657600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:QuickBooks Online for Intermediate Users
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDate: Thursday\, February 27th \, 2025\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 pm\nCost: $199.00\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/quickbooks-online-for-intermediate-users/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC at WSU":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T142105
CREATED:20241216T231336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T231336Z
UID:38035-1740661200-1740664800@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Pinterest
DESCRIPTION:“Heard of Pinterest? Maybe you have already started pinning\, but did you know that Pinterest is actually really helpful for driving traffic to your website? Attend this webinar to learn the benefits of using Pinterest as part of your small business social media strategy. This session aims to cover the “often overlooked” way of using Pinterest in a more “hands on” approach.” \nDate: Thursday\, February 27th 2025\nTime: 1:00pm – 2:00 pm\nCost: None\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Wednesday\, February 26th\, 2025
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/the-power-of-pinterest/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC at WSU":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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