The Rural Grocery Initiative is excited to co-host the 2026 Summit with two organizations that have a long history of supporting rural grocers in their states: the University of Minnesota Extension Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships (RSDP) and the North Dakota Association of Rural Electric Cooperatives (NDAREC). The National … Continued
The Food Business Start-Up Summit is a hands-on, two-day working retreat designed to help Kansas food and farm entrepreneurs make real progress on their businesses. Rather than sitting through presentations, participants work alongside trusted advisors and peers to tackle challenges like licensing, … Continued
The Food Business Start-Up Summit is a hands-on, two-day working retreat designed to help Kansas food and farm entrepreneurs make real progress on their businesses. Rather than sitting through presentations, participants work alongside trusted advisors and peers to tackle challenges like licensing, … Continued
Date: 8/4/2026 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (CDT) Registration Deadline: 8/4/2026 12:00 PM (CDT) Fee: No Fee Point of Contact: Train With SBDC More info: Time Management for Start Up Founders Program Format: Online Meeting (Live) Training Topics: Managing a Business Description: Not enough hours in … Continued
Date: 8/6/2026 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (CDT) Registration Deadline: 8/3/2026 12:00 PM (CDT) Fee: No Fee Point of Contact: Train With SBDC More info: Re-Evaluating Your Social Media Strategy Program Format: Online Meeting (Live) Training Topics: Social Media Description: Is your current strategy working or … Continued
Date: 8/11/2026 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (CDT) Registration Deadline: 8/11/2026 12:00 PM (CDT) Fee: No Fee Point of Contact: Train With SBDC More info: Hiring Your First Employee Program Format: Online Meeting (Live) Training Topics: Human Resources Description: Your small business is growing! Let's get … Continued
Date: 8/12/2026 Time: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM (CDT) Registration Deadline: 8/12/2026 12:00 PM (CDT) Fee: $5.00 Registration Policies Point of Contact: Train With SBDC More info: Creating Sales Strategies & Networking for Your Business Program Format: Online Meeting (Live) Training Topics: Marketing/Sales Description: Is networking stalling out … Continued
Visit the Missouri State Fair Aug. 13-23, 2026, in Sedalia, in celebration of our great state’s 122nd annual agricultural showcase! The 400-acre fairgrounds will present premier livestock shows, competitive exhibits and first-class professional entertainment. Mark your calendar, grab your family and … Continued
Date: 8/14/2026 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (CDT) Registration Deadline: 8/10/2026 12:00 PM (CDT) Fee: No Fee Point of Contact: Train With SBDC More info: Business Plan 101 Program Format: Online Meeting (Live) Training Topics: Business Plan Description: Discuss the importance of having a business plan. … Continued
Date: 8/18/2026 Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CDT) Registration Deadline: 8/17/2026 12:00 PM (CDT) Fee: $199.00 Registration Policies Point of Contact: Train With SBDC More Info: QuickBooks for Beginners Program Format: Online Meeting (Live) Training Topics: Business Financing Description: Learn how to use QuickBooks Online software to … Continued