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SUMMARY:Your small business is growing! Let's get you ready to successfully hire and retain your first employee.
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we discuss required employee documentation\, payroll\, whether you can handle in-house or outsource\, necessary tax reporting\, and other human resource points you should consider. This webinar will also help current employers review and improve their processes. \nDate: Tuesday\, May 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\, May 12th\, 2025. \nFor more information: 05/13/25 – Hiring Your First Employee \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/your-small-business-is-growing-lets-get-you-ready-to-successfully-hire-and-retain-your-first-employee/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T150000
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SUMMARY:Building Local Collaboration Infrastructure
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time \nMay 15\, 2025\, at 02:00 P.M.\, CST \n\n\nDescription\nStrong food systems depend on strong local networks—but how do you build them from the ground up with limited resources?\nThis session dives into collaborative infrastructure: trust-based relationships between communities\, organizers\, and institutions that drive lasting\, community-led change.\n\nLed by Lindsey Scalera and Rachel Kelly of the Michigan Good Food Charter\, we’ll explore how to build coalitions rooted in trust\, align goals\, and share resources equitably—using real examples from local food systems planning. Perfect for those starting or growing a network\, this interactive session offers practical tools and insights for sustainable collaboration.\n  \nFor information to register: Meeting Registration – Zoom \nFor additional information or to contact organizers: Michigan Good Food Charter
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/building-local-collaboration-infrastructure/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
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UID:41831-1747850400-1747855800@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Farm & Food Business Workshop - Scottsbluff\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Farm & Food Business Workshop \nHosted by the Heartland Regional Food Business Center and the University of Nebraska Extension \nBasic Information\nJoin us for a specialized business development workshop for food and farm entrepreneurs. In this workshop\, you will learn about: Resources Available from the Heartland Regional Food Business Center\, Marketing Best Practices\, General Business Development\, Distribution Strategies\, and more. At each workshop\, we will be joined by several resource providers\, including the Nebraska Department of Agriculture\, Center for Rural Affairs\, No More Empty Pots\, and others (please note that resource providers may vary by location). \nOther Details\nYou will receive a confirmation email with dates\, locations\, and times based on the workshop you registered for. Three workshops will be held and in three separate locations for your convenience! We will have one in Lincoln\, one in Scottsbluff\, and one in Grand Island! Click the Qualtrics link below to obtain more information. Thank you! \nQualtrics Survey | Qualtrics Experience Management \nFor questions\, contact:\nRulon Taylor – rtaylor31@unl.edu
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/farm-food-business-workshop-scottsbluff-ne/
LOCATION:Panhandle REC\, 4502 Avenue I\, Scottsbluff\, NE\, 69361\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nebraska Extension":MAILTO:unlextension@unl.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250313T203100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T203100Z
UID:40353-1747904400-1747915200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:State Sales Tax for Retailers - Kansas
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is presented in conjunction with the Kansas Department of Revenue and is devoted to explain the differences between the Kansas Retailers’ Sales Tax\, the Kansas Retailers’ Compensating Use Tax\, and the Kansas Consumers Compensating Use Tax. You will gain a basic understanding of the goods and services subject to sales tax. It will also explain the record keeping and filing requirements\, form preparation\, how to use exemption certificates\, and Withholding Tax. \nDate: Thursday\, May 22nd \, 2025\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 pm\nCost: None\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, May 19th\, 2025. \nFor more information: 05/22/25 – State Sales Tax for Retailers
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/state-sales-tax-for-retailers-kansas-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T110000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250430T152450Z
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UID:41823-1748340000-1748343600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Your Business with AI
DESCRIPTION:Want to spend less time with the minutia of busy work\, and get back to making your business and own life better. This training will empower you to utilize AI in your daily business activities. \nUnlock Efficiency: Discover AI tools that automate routine tasks freeing up precious hours.\nReal-World Impact: Learn local businesses that have slashed admin time and boosted productivity using smart AI solutions.\nInteractive Demos: Experience hands-on demonstrations of chatbots\, automated report generators and more\nStep-by-Step Integration: Get clear\, actionable strategies to embed AI into your workflow. \nDate: Tuesday\, May 27th\, 2025\nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 am\nCost: None\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, May 26th\, 2025. \nVisit here: 05/27/25 – Empowering Your Business with AI
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/empowering-your-business-with-ai-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250313T202821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T202821Z
UID:40351-1748347200-1748350800@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 10 essential steps. We’ll navigate licenses\, taxes\, business structure\, funding\, and more with clear explanations and actions to take! \nDate: Tuesday\, May 27th\, 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\, May 26th\, 2025. \nFor more information: 05/27/25 – Startup and Start Right
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/startup-and-start-right-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250529T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250529T140000
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CREATED:20250313T202503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T202503Z
UID:40348-1748523600-1748527200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Manage Your Own Social Media
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\, May 29th. 2025.\nTime: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm\nCost: None\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, May 26th\, 2025. \nFor more information: 05/29/25 – Manage Your Own Social Media \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/manage-your-own-social-media/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250602T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250602T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250430T155723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T155723Z
UID:41835-1748887200-1748892600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Farm & Food Business Workshop - Grand Island\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Farm & Food Business Workshop \nHosted by the Heartland Regional Food Business Center and the University of Nebraska Extension \nBasic Information\nJoin us for a specialized business development workshop for food and farm entrepreneurs. In this workshop\, you will learn about: Resources Available from the Heartland Regional Food Business Center\, Marketing Best Practices\, General Business Development\, Distribution Strategies\, and more. At each workshop\, we will be joined by several resource providers\, including the Nebraska Department of Agriculture\, Center for Rural Affairs\, No More Empty Pots\, and others (please note that resource providers may vary by location). \nOther Details\nYou will receive a confirmation email with dates\, locations\, and times based on the workshop you registered for. Three workshops will be held and in three separate locations for your convenience! We will have one in Lincoln\, one in Scottsbluff\, and one in Grand Island! Click the Qualtrics link below to obtain more information. Thank you! \nQualtrics Survey | Qualtrics Experience Management \nFor questions\, contact:\nRulon Taylor – rtaylor31@unl.edu
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/farm-food-business-workshop-grand-island-ne/
LOCATION:Hall County Extension\, 3180 W Highway 34\, Grand Island\, NE\, 68801\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Nebraska Extension":MAILTO:unlextension@unl.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250604T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250604T143000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250527T164714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T164714Z
UID:42695-1749027600-1749047400@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Missouri Meat/Poultry Producers & Small Scale Farmers - Roadmap to Business Success
DESCRIPTION:The Small Ruminant Program and the Small Business Development Center at Lincoln University cordially invite you to attend:\nMissouri Meat/Poultry Producers & Small-Scale Farmers: Roadmap to Business Success\n\n\nDate/Time:  \n\n\n\nGeneral Session\n6/4/2025\n9:00 AM\n– 2:30 PM (CDT)\n\n\n\nSession #1-Meat & Poultry Processing 101\n\n10:00 AM\n– 11:15 AM (CDT)\n\n\n\nSession #2-Pricing for Profit\n\n11:30 AM\n– 12:30 PM (CDT)\n\n\n\nSession #3-Financial Farming with QuickBooks\n\n1:00 PM\n– 2:30 PM (CDT)\n\n\n\n\n\nFee: No Fee \nPoint of Contact: Lauren Carter\nLocation: The LINC Center 1299 Lafayette St\, Jefferson City MO 65101-3562 \nTraining Topics: Business Financing\, Cash Flow Management\, Managing a Business\, Other\nDescription: \nWorkshop Goals: · Increase understanding of meat and poultry processing options and compliance · Equip farmers with tools to calculate costs\, set pricing\, and manage finances · Support the development of scalable business models and marketing plans · Provide practical knowledge and connections to state and federal resources 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM Check-in\, Coffee\, and Networking 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM Welcome & Workshop Overview · Introduction to Missouri SBDC resources · Setting goals and expectations for the training 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM Session 1: Meat & Poultry Processing 101 · Understanding USDA and state inspection · Processing options: on-farm\, mobile\, custom exempt · What you can and can’t do legally in Missouri 11:15 AM – 11:30 AM Break 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Session 4: Pricing for Profit 1. Wholesale vs. retail pricing 2. Avoiding undercharging and burnout 3. Setting prices based on cost and perceived value 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM Lunch (provided) 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Session 3: Financial Farming with QuickBooks · Getting started with QuickBooks for small farms · How to set up accounts\, categories\, and inventory · Using reports to make informed decisions\n\n\n\nSign up at: https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26244
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/missouri-meat-poultry-producers-small-scale-farmers-roadmap-to-business-success/
LOCATION:The LINC Center\, 1299 Lafayette Street\, Room 205\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250604T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250424T222517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T222517Z
UID:41722-1749031200-1749038400@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:What's on Your Label? -A Bite-Sized Food Labeling Course for Small Food Businesses
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to offer a new hands-on workshop this summer titled “What’s on Your Label? A Bite-Sized Food Labeling Course\,” designed to help small food businesses navigate the complexities of food labeling regulations. \nImportant Details\nHeld on June 4\, 2025\, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM in Altoona\, Iowa\, at\nPolk County Extension and Outreach\n1625 Adventureland Drive\, Suite A\nAltoona\, IA 50009\n(Virtual option available) \nLed by Troy Crowe\, a food scientist with over 30 years of experience in product and process development\, regulatory compliance\, continuous improvement\, technical solutions\, formula optimization\, plant operations and management\, and Quality Systems. \nWorkshop registration is $50\, and space is limited to ensure a quality experience for all participants.\nPlease register by June 2\, 2025. \nSeats are limited\, and registration closes June 2\, 2025.\nClick here to register \nQuestions\nEmail Alex Van Alstyne\, Food Business Specialist\, Farm\, Food\, and Enterprise Development at Iowa State University Extension and Outreach\nalexv@iastate.edu
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/whats-on-your-label-a-bite-sized-food-labeling-course-for-small-food-businesses/
LOCATION:Polk County Extension and Outreach\, 1625 Adventureland Drive\, Suite A\, Altoona\, IA\, 50009\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event,Online Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250610T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250610T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250527T205401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T205720Z
UID:42705-1749546000-1749556800@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\, June 10 2025\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 pm\nCost: $199.00\nLocation: In Person. Hughes Metropolitan Complex 5015 E. 29th ST. N. Wichita\, KS 67260 \n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, June 9th\, 2025 \nFor more information: 06/10/25 – QuickBooks Online for Beginners
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/quickbooks-online-for-beginners-3/
LOCATION:Hughes Metropolitan Complex\, 5015 E. 29th ST. N.\, Wichita\, KS\, 67260\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250610T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250610T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250527T205013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T205013Z
UID:42702-1749556800-1749560400@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Commercial Insurance Basics
DESCRIPTION:Business Insurance is an important but often misunderstood aspect of operating an enterprise. Join Advisor David Kreller for an overview of insurance and risk management basics including the different types of business insurance a small business may typically utilize\, how they work\, and factors that may impact pricing. \nDate: Tuesday\, June 10th\nTime: 12:00pm – 1:00 pm\nCost: None\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect. \n*Registration closes at 12:00 pm on Monday\, June 9th\, 2025 \nFor more information: 06/10/25 – Commercial Insurance Basics \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/commercial-insurance-basics/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250610T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250610T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250527T210315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T210315Z
UID:42710-1749560400-1749567600@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: Tuesday\, June 10th 2025\nTime: 1:00 a.m. – 3:00 pm\nCost: $199.00\nLocation: IN Person. Hughes Metropolitan Complex 5015 E. 29th ST. N. Wichita\, KS 67260\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, June 9th\, 2025 \nFor more info: 06/10/25 – QuickBooks Online for Intermediate Users
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/quickbooks-online-for-intermediate-users-3/
LOCATION:Hughes Metropolitan Complex\, 5015 E. 29th ST. N.\, Wichita\, KS\, 67260\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250331T132208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T132208Z
UID:40739-1749733200-1749736800@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Canva Hacks for Social Media - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION:Tired of generic social media graphics? Want to create eye-catching visuals that stop the scroll? Join our webinar\, Canva Hacks for Social Media\, and unlock the secrets to designing stunning social media content in minutes! \nDate: Thursday\, June 12th\, 2025\nTime: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm\nCost: None\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, June 9th\, 2025 \nFor more information: 06/12/25 – Canva Hacks for Social Media
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/canva-hacks-for-social-media-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250421T154515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T154515Z
UID:41528-1749808800-1749841200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Farm & Food Celebration - Iowa
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, June 13\, in Grinnell\, Iowa for the first ever Farm & Food Celebration! \n\nThis bi-annual event\, hosted by ISU Extension and Outreach and the Iowa Farm to School and Early Care Coalition\, in partnership with the Iowa Food System Coalition\, will feature farm tours\, local eats\, and celebrate Iowa’s food systems. Join us to learn from local farmers and food businesses\, and engage with food system practitioners\, early care providers and other food system organizations. \nThe Farm & Food Celebration will be hosted every other year\, alternating with the Community Food Systems + Farm to School and Early Care Conference. The purpose of this bi-annual event is to provide space for engagement and networking in the off-year. \n\n\nWe want this event to be accessible to all. We are offering the following registration options so you can select the best fit for your schedule. \nFull Day: $100 (10:00 am – 7:00 pm) \nCommunity Dinner Only: $50 (5:00 pm – 7:00 pm) \n\n\n\nScholarships: Apply by May 16 \nFor more information and to join us: Farm & Food Celebration | Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Farm\, Food and Enterprise Development \nBre Miller \n\nmillerb@iastate.edu\n(515) 294-3086
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/farm-food-celebration-iowa/
LOCATION:Joe Rosenfield ’25 Center\, 1115 8th Ave\, Grinnell\, IA\, 50112\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250616T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250616T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250527T211159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T212314Z
UID:42713-1750068000-1750078800@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Harvest Your Brand: A SKF Marketing Workshop for Growers
DESCRIPTION:This half-day workshop led by Laurie Bruce from Bruce’s Bullseye Farms will provide you with the tools and strategies needed to build a strong brand presence and the ability to market your products successfully. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \nDeveloping your brand and look\nCrafting your story and hook\nPlanning your website and social media strategy\nThe workshop will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.\, June 16 at the American AgCredit building\, 4105 North Ridge Road in Wichita. \nLunch will be provided. \nSpace is limited to 15. \nFor more info: Harvest Your Brand: A SKF Marketing Workshop for Growers in Wichita | Shop Kansas Farms | Brought to you by Kansas Farm Bureau
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/harvest-your-brand-a-skf-marketing-workshop-for-growers/
LOCATION:American Ag Credit Building\, 4105 North Ridge Road\, Wichita\, KS\, 67202\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250501T183448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T183448Z
UID:41848-1750248000-1750251600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Cybersecurity Essentials for Small Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:This online training covers the cyber security fundamentals that all small business owners should understand and act on. The purpose of the presentation is to address the common risk points that make most small businesses susceptible to a cyber-attack or data breach.\n• Understand the risks for small businesses (they are the # 1 target)\, Identify weak points in your system and management policies\, learn best practices\, preparation & response tactics\, and available resources to help prepare and protect your business. \nDate: Wednesday\, June 18th\, 2025\nTime: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 pm\nCost: None. \nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, June 16th\, 2025 \n06/18/24 – Cybersecurity Essentials for Small Business Owners
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/cybersecurity-essentials-for-small-business-owners/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250519T155256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T155256Z
UID:42464-1750248000-1750255200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Artificial Intelligence & the Impact to Agricultural Enterprises and Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Join USDA\, SBA\, NASA\, and other Federal and private partners and stakeholders for a discussion on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the impact to America’s agricultural enterprises and small businesses. We will demystify AI and discuss how using data science will grow your organization. \nWednesday\, Jun 18\, 2025\, 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM (CST) \nTo Register: https://www.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_QVTn0ZLbTmiVJFJau979Vw#/registration \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/artificial-intelligence-the-impact-to-agricultural-enterprises-and-small-businesses/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250430T160817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T160817Z
UID:41839-1750577400-1750793400@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Regional Buffalo to School Conference - Rapid City\, SD
DESCRIPTION:TRAINING \nJoin us for this first-of-its-kind training designed to help school food service staff\, school administrators and buffalo producers begin or continue Indigenizing school meal menus with buffalo! \nAll are welcome to join us for the pre-training Cultural Buffalo Harvest with Lisa & Arlo Iron Cloud Sunday\, June 22 at the Dakota Partnership Ranch. Then\, the training will take place at Western Dakota Technical College in Rapid City\, South Dakota on Monday\, June 23 and Tuesday\, June 24. You won’t want to miss the Taste of Indian Country – A Celebratory Indigenous Food Tasting Event with Chef Sean Sherman on Monday evening! \nWe’ll celebrate the cultural\, spiritual\, ecological\, and nutritional importance of the buffalo; figure out the logistics of getting buffalo from the prairie to the plate and build connections among like-minded folks working on this issue. There will be special\, hands-on content for school chefs focused on incorporating buffalo into school meal menus and preparing recipes with various cuts of buffalo. \nLearn more\, check out the agenda\, register\, sign up to have a booth\, and more here. \nContact KayAnn or Lisa with questions: kayann@mtpech.org; lisa@mtpech.org \nEARLY BIRD Registration\, $85 \nREGULAR Registration\, $125 \nLAST-MINUTE/ONSITE Registration\, $165 \nThis event is brought to you by Intertribal Buffalo Council\, Intertribal Agriculture Council\, Montana Partnership to End Childhood Hunger\, Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Buffalo Authority Corporation\, Tanka Fund\, the Great Plains Food Sovereignty Corporation\, World Wildlife Fund\, The Nature Conservancy\, Partnership with Native Americans\, and other partners.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/regional-buffalo-to-school-conference-rapid-city-sd/
LOCATION:Western Dakota Technical College\, 800 Mickelson Dr\, Rapid City\, SD\, 57703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,In Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250623T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250527T212917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T212917Z
UID:42723-1750672800-1750683600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Harvest Your Brand: A SKF Marketing Workshop for Growers
DESCRIPTION:This half-day workshop led by Megan Gilliland from Next to Nature Farm will provide you with the tools and strategies needed to build a strong brand presence and the ability to market your products successfully. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \nDeveloping your brand and look\nCrafting your story and hook\nPlanning your website and social media strategy\nThe workshop will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.\, June 23 at the Douglas County Farm Bureau building\, 101 West 10th Street\, Suite B in Eudora. \nLunch will be provided. \nSpace is limited to 15. \nFor more info: Harvest Your Brand: A SKF Marketing Workshop for Growers in Eudora | Shop Kansas Farms | Brought to you by Kansas Farm Bureau
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/harvest-your-brand-a-skf-marketing-workshop-for-growers-2/
LOCATION:Douglas County Farm Bureau Building\, 101 West 10th Street\, Suite B\, Eudora\, KS\, 66025\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250331T132553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T132553Z
UID:40741-1750766400-1750770000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Startup and Start Right (KS)
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\, June 24th\, 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\, June 23rd\, 2025. \nFor more information: 06/24/25 – Startup and Start Right
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/startup-and-start-right-ks/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250627T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250624T123723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T123747Z
UID:44214-1750838400-1751043600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference - Kansas
DESCRIPTION:Entrepreneurial communities are those cities\, neighborhoods\, or townships that are continuously working to develop an environment that fosters entrepreneurship to promote community economic development. They have created networks\, cultures\, resources\, and policies enabling invention\, innovation\, and entrepreneurship. \nWhether you work in economic development\, business\, arts and culture\, government\, philanthropy\, the nonprofit sector\, or education\, you have an important role in supporting local businesses and entrepreneurial development in communities. There is something for everyone! \nThe first-ever Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities conference will be held in Kingman\, Kansas\, on June 26\, and 27\, 2025 with a pre-conference concert event on June 25. \nJune 20th is the deadline to register at the normal conference rate. After June 20th\, the cost of registration will be $200. \nIf you need to cancel your registration\, email nkdaniels@ksu.edu. Refunds are available if canceled by June 10\, 2025 at 5:00 PM. \nThe Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities gathering is held over four blocks in downtown Kingman\, Kansas. Participants have 15 minutes to move from workshop to workshop. Each workshop is held in a downtown venue or business. The downtown streets are accessible; however\, many events take place in historic buildings and may not be fully ADA-compliant. If you have questions about accessibility\, please reach out to Emily Everts\, Accommodations Specialist at eeverts@ksu.edu or 785/532-1908. \nDue to limited lodging\, rooms have been blocked at most locations. Please call the hotel/lodge/bnb and tell them you are booking for the conference. Don’t try to book online. In addition\, there are several AirBnB options in the area. \nFor additional information: Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities \nEvent Agenda: CEC 2025 Agenda
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/connecting-entrepreneurial-communities-conference-kansas/
LOCATION:The Hangar\, 126 North Main Street\, Kingman\, KS\, 67068\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,In Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250331T132902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T132902Z
UID:40744-1750942800-1750946400@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Engage Your Audience\, Grow Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Want to transform your social media? This workshop unlocks the secrets to creating engaging content\, from hooking viewers to building your brand. Learn how to implement calls to action\, quality content\, and audience connection to increase your engagement and ultimately grow your business. \nDate: Thursday\, June 26th\, 2025 .\nTime: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm\nCost: None\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, June 23rd\, 2025. \nFor more information: 06/26/25 – Engage Your Audience\, Grow Your Business
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/engage-your-audience-grow-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250624T131103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T131103Z
UID:44223-1751976000-1751979600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250624T132547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T132547Z
UID:44238-1752058800-1752062400@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Get Your Business on Google Search and Maps
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve wanted to learn more about Google and how your business can be found online\, take time to join us as Maria Elena Duron\, Google Trainer/Digital Coach explains why showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate\, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps\, no matter which device they use. In this workshop\, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish. Attendees will also learn how to: * Create or claim your Google Business Profile * Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps * Use your Business Profile to connect with potential customers Attendees will have the chance to ask questions and get a copy of the presentation used by this Google Expert. \nSpeaker(s): Maria Elena Duron Grow with Google Trainer/Digital Coach \nDate: Wednesday\, July 09\, 2025\, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Central\nLocation: Online
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/get-your-business-on-google-search-and-maps/
CATEGORIES:Online Meeting,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T141500
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250624T124514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T124514Z
UID:44218-1752228000-1752243300@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250527T214705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T214705Z
UID:42731-1752310800-1752332400@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250624T125723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T125723Z
UID:44220-1752580800-1752588000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Tax Education Webinar for Agricultural Enterprises and Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Please join the United States Department of Agriculture\, Internal Revenue Service and Small Business Administration for the “Tax Education Webinar for Agricultural Enterprises and Small Businesses”.  We have partnered to bring tax related matters impacting small and mid-sized businesses\, including agricultural enterprises (farms and ranches). \nThe virtual event is scheduled for Tuesday\, July 15\, 2025\, from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm\, EDT. \n** Jul 15\, 2025\, 12:00 PM in Central Time (US and Canada) \nTo register\, please click HERE. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Jacqueline Davis-Slay at Jacqueline.davis-slay@usda.gov. \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/tax-education-webinar-for-agricultural-enterprises-and-small-businesses/
CATEGORIES:Online Meeting,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250527T213828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T213828Z
UID:42727-1752670800-1752784200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T163000
DTSTAMP:20260503T083813
CREATED:20250424T200625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T200625Z
UID:41712-1753781400-1753893000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
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
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
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