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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/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T130000
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SUMMARY:Local Sourcing Innovation in Independent and Locally Owned Groceries -
DESCRIPTION:Independent and locally-owned grocery stores are a crucial part of the food system\, but many lack local food offerings. This is a missed opportunity for both grocers and producers. \nTo increase local food offerings\, innovative local sourcing models are needed. Through a cooperative agreement\, the Rural Grocery Initiative and USDA Agricultural Marketing Services conducted research and developed five in-depth case studies of businesses and organizations that have pioneered solutions to local food access in grocery stores. \nJoin us for a webinar on October 2nd at 12 PM Central to explore key findings from this research project! \nYou can register here: https://lnkd.in/gxNknASi \n  \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/local-sourcing-innovation-in-independent-and-locally-owned-groceries/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T063844
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SUMMARY:Better Process Control School for Acidified Foods
DESCRIPTION:K-State Research and Extension and the University of Missouri Extension will be hosting a Better Process Control School on October 9-10\, 2025. \nREGISTRATION NOW OPEN!\nRegistration is due September 26\, 2025\, to allow time to mail workshop materials. \nAbout this Course:\nThe Better Process Control School for Acidified Foods is an FDA-recognized course for operators or manufacturers who produce thermally processed acidified foods. Those passing two exams with a grade of 70% or higher will receive a Certificate of Course Completion to fulfill the training requirements of the FDA Acidified Food regulations. Exams will be open book\, multiple choice and will be online. Exams generally require no more than one hour to complete. Homework is required. Topics covered include microbiology of food preservation\, formulating acid/acidified food products\, containers and closures\, record\nkeeping\, and FDA process of filing. \nCost: $400 \nOctober 9-10\, 2025\n7:45 AM – 12:00 PM each day\nVia Zoom \nFor more information\, please visit: PowerPoint Presentation \nFor questions\, please contact Kelly Getty\, Co-Director of the Kansas Value Added Foods Lab (kgetty@ksu.edu or 785-532-2203).
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/better-process-control-school-for-acidified-foods/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T150000
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SUMMARY:How a Farm ID Helps You and Your Farm
DESCRIPTION:Explore the benefits of obtaining a USDA-FSA Farm ID number and NRCS conservation programs. Offered by LU Innovative Small Farmers’ Outreach Program. This event is open to farmers around the state via Zoom or in-person in Cape Girardeau.\n\nClick here to register.\n\nBrought to you by:\nLincoln University Innovative Small Farmers’ Outreach Program\nMissouri Rural Crisis Center\nMissouri AgrAbility\nUSDA Natural Resources Conservation Service\, U.S. Department of Agriculture\nUSDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture\, U.S. Department of Agriculture\nUSDA Farm Service Agency\, U.S. Department of Agriculture\n\nReasonable accommodation with be provided for people with disabilities and special needs. To make arrangements\, please contact Penny Wilson at WilsonP@LincolnU.edu or 573-914-7657.\n\nLincoln University is an equal-opportunity employer and provider.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/how-a-farm-id-helps-you-and-your-farm/
LOCATION:Cape Girardeau County Public Health Center\, 1121 Linden Street - Conf Rm B\, Cape Girardeau\, MO\, 63702\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Training,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T090000
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SUMMARY:QuickBooks Online Training for Beginners - Kansas SBDC at WSU
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 October 21st 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\, October 20th 2025\nPlease note that all class registrations are final. SBDC is unable to offer refunds\, so we encourage careful planning before enrolling.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/quickbooks-online-training-for-beginners-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T123000
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SUMMARY:Small Business Saturday: Workshop: Build a Social Media Content Calendar - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION:In this training\, you’ll learn how to plan a full month of social media content that keeps your audience engaged and coming back for more. Discover the types of posts that spark interaction and build brand presence. By the end\, you’ll have a completed content calendar and ready-to-go posts tailored to your business goals. \nDate: Wednesday\, October 22nd 2025\nTime: 11:30 am -12:30pm\nCost: $10.00\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect. \n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, October 20th 2025.\nPlease note that all class registrations are final. SBDC is unable to offer refunds or credits\, so we encourage careful planning before enrolling.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/small-business-saturday-workshop-build-a-social-media-content-calendar-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T090000
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UID:62907-1761210000-1761220800@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:QuickBooks for Intermediate Users - Kansas SBDC at WSU
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\, October 23rd 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\, October 20th 2025\nPlease note that all class registrations are final. SBDC is unable to offer refunds so we encourage careful planning before enrolling.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/quickbooks-for-intermediate-users-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T133000
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UID:62905-1761222600-1761226200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Market Research for Startups - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION:​​​​​​Market Research for Startups \n\nDate: Thursday\, October 23rd 2025\nTime: 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm\nCost: None\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect\n\n*Registration closes at Noon\, Monday October 20th 2025. \nSuccessful business ideas require reliable data – learn what information you need and where to find it. Learn resources and strategies for market research – discover industry trends\, identify your primary competitors\, determine your target market\, and find where your best customers are located.\nThis workshop will help you find data to \n\nUnderstand growth and economic trends in your industry\nLearn from your competition and define what sets your business apart\nIdentify your target market to create a research-driven advertising strategy
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/market-research-for-startups-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T130000
DTSTAMP:20260512T063844
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UID:62915-1761566400-1761570000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Manage Your Own Social Media - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION:Developing a strategy\, creating content\, and managing your social media can seem like a daunting undertaking. Paying someone to do all of that can ALSO be challenging or out of budget. Join us to learn budget friendly tips and tricks for being your own social media manager. \nDate: Thursday\, October 27th 2025\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nCost: $5.00\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, October 27th 2025 \nPlease note that all class registrations are final. SBDC is unable to offer refunds or credits\, so we encourage careful planning before enrolling.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/manage-your-own-social-media-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T130000
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UID:62909-1761652800-1761656400@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Start Up and Start Right - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDate: Tuesday\, October 28th 2025\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nCost: $5.00\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, October 27th 2025 \nPlease note that all class registrations are final. SBDC is unable to offer refunds or credits\, so we encourage careful planning before enrolling.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/start-up-and-start-right-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T100000
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SUMMARY:Creating Sales Strategies for YOUR Business - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION:Creating Sales Strategies for YOUR Business \n\nDate: Wednesday\, October 29th 2025\nTime: 10:00 am – 11:00 am\nCost: $5.00\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, October 27th 2025.\n“Please note that all class registrations are final. SBDC is unable to offer refunds or credits\, so we encourage careful planning before enrolling.” \n The term “Sales” has become one of the most avoided parts of a business\, and it’s still by far the most important as it pertains to the longevity of a company. This mini-course will cover concepts of building a pipeline\, leveraging proximity to your target market\, establishing proper value propositions and best practices conducting meaningful follow-ups with prospects.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/creating-sales-strategies-for-your-business-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T123000
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UID:62913-1761737400-1761741000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Driving Small Business Saturday Traffic: A Marketing Strategy - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to boost foot traffic and online sales this Small Business Saturday through strategic outreach. In this training\, we’ll cover how to build effective contact lists\, craft compelling email subject lines\, and draft a high-impact promotional email together. You’ll also explore direct mail tactics and create a postcard mock-up that grabs attention and drives action. Leave with ready-to-use tools to connect with your audience and increase turnout. \nDate: Wednesday\, October 29th 2025\nTime: 11:30 am -12:30pm\nCost: $5.00\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, October 27th 2025. \nGet ready to boost foot traffic and online sales this Small Business Saturday through strategic outreach. In this training\, we’ll cover how to build effective contact lists\, craft compelling email subject lines\, and draft a high-impact promotional email together. You’ll also explore direct mail tactics and create a postcard mock-up that grabs attention and drives action. Leave with ready-to-use tools to connect with your audience and increase turnout.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/driving-small-business-saturday-traffic-a-marketing-strategy-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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