2024 Midwest Crops Conference

January 16, 2024 - January 17, 2024In-personSt. JosephMO

The Midwest Crops Conference provides topics of interest to Crop Advisors, Ag Professionals and producers. 

Areas covered include:

ELEVATIONLAB™ NEW VENTURE

August 20, 2024In-personKansas CityMO

Attendance at all five sessions is HIGHLY encouraged.

Do you dream of owning your own business? Are you ready for a realistic perspective on whether or not people really want to buy what you want to sell? We help aspiring entrepreneurs look…

ScaleUP! Kansas City

August 8, 2024In-personKansas CityMO

This series of classes (17 weeks through Dec 12 with Thanksgiving off) are for those businesses that have the ability to reach $1M in revenue or, if already there, grow to even greater heights.

This is a very selective opportunity for those…

Myth Busters: Entrepreneurial Edition

July 23, 2024Virtual

Join us to get answers to the most frequently asked questions by aspiring entrepreneurs, including:

What comes first? Let…

Pitching to Investors

July 18, 2024In-personKansas CityMO

Learn about what investors need to know and want to see before making an investment in a start-up.

Presented by Michele Weigand, Managing Partner of Focused Perspective with over 27 years of Finance and Business Development experience.…

Leading With Energy

July 10, 2024Virtual

The Energy Leadership™ Index (ELI) assessment, listed in Forbes top 3 assessments all leaders should take*, is the proprietary, research-backed assessment tool that takes something abstract, like the way a person views the world, and turns it into something tangible—a metric that you can see and…

Cultivating High Performance

June 19, 2024Virtual

This session helps professionals with both the formal and informal processes of performance management.  Find out what it takes to conduct successful, objective, and meaningful performance appraisals.  Learn what you can do to facilitate improved performance of employees and shape their behavior…

Pitching to Investors

June 6, 2024In-personKansas CityMO

Learn about what investors need to know and want to see before making an investment in a start-up.

Presented by Michele Weigand, Managing Partner of Focused Perspective with over 27 years of Finance and Business Development experience.…

Government Contracting 101

June 5, 2024Virtual

In this introductory 1.5 hour class to government contracting, we cover how to navigate, research and connect to the government marketplace. Attendees will leave with useful tools and next steps to compete for government contracts on the federal, state or local level.…

Show Me Neighborhood Art Week

June 1, 2024 - June 15, 2024Hybrid

Show Me Neighborhood Art Week is open to any resident of Missouri. This outreach effort by University of Missouri Extension and Creating Whole Communities seeks to empower public art made by residents as a contribution to the area’s sense of place where they live. 

Civil Conversations

May 21, 2024Virtual

In today’s polarized and divisive discourse, many wonder if civil conversations are even possible.  Strong opinions and an unwillingness to listen or consider a differing point of view can make civility difficult to achieve.  However, by examining your own motivation when communicating with…

Winning Federal Research Grants: SBIR/STTR Workshop

May 9, 2024Virtual

An introductory look at how to win Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Research grants.

Learn how to find, apply, and create a strategies to gain funding for a growing technology business.

Small Business Certifications for Federal, State & Local Government Contracts

May 8, 2024Virtual

This virtual seminar is an overview of the current small business socio-economic certifications in federal, local state and city government.  The federal government spends over $500 billion in goods and services each year, and 23% of this spend is set aside for small…

Nurturing Accountability in Virtual Workspaces

May 7, 2024Virtual

Elevate employee engagement and productivity through modern accountability strategies. Learn to set clear expectations, provide continuous feedback, and empower employees to take ownership of their performance. Explore technology-driven tools and virtual communication techniques that align with…

Government Contracting 101

May 1, 2024Virtual

This introductory monthly 1.5 hour seminar is an overview of the critical first steps associated with winning government contracts. We cover how to get started in government contracting arena including federal, state and local government registrations and certifications…

Showcasing Your Professional Superpowers: A Workshop for Administrative Professionals

April 23, 2024Virtual

Celebrate Administrative Professionals Day by unveiling your professional superpowers. Delve into sessions tailored to your unique role, including effective communication, resilience-building, and personal brand enhancement. Harness your triumphs and elevate your skills for a successful future…

NSF SBIR Interactive Workshop

April 16, 2024 - April 17, 2024Virtual

This day and a half workshop is designed to assist technology start-ups and existing businesses in learning how to apply for the National Science Foundation (NSF) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Grants and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) to fund their R&D. This hands-on…

Government Contracting 101

April 3, 2024Virtual

In this introductory 1.5 hour class to government contracting, we cover how to navigate, research and connect to the government marketplace. Attendees will leave with useful tools and next steps to compete for government contracts on the federal, state or local level.…

Embracing Constructive Disagreement

April 2, 2024Virtual

In this dynamic session, participants will discover the power of constructive disagreement as a catalyst for innovation and progress. Explore techniques for fostering a culture where diverse viewpoints are welcomed, conflicts are addressed head-on, and outcomes lead to stronger team cohesion and…

Bridging the Gap in Modern Workspaces

March 21, 2024Virtual

The hybrid work model calls for a new approach to relationship-building. This session explores how to build authentic connections in a mix of physical and virtual spaces. Learn to navigate virtual team dynamics, optimize digital communication tools, and cultivate an environment where every team…

Small Business Certifications for Federal, State & Local Government Contracts

March 20, 2024Virtual

This virtual seminar is an overview of the current small business socio-economic certifications in federal, local state and city government.  The federal government spends over $500 billion in goods and services each year, and 23% of this spend is set aside for small…

New Venture Nuggets

March 19, 2024Virtual

Who: Entrepreneurs ready to start or ready to learn what you might have missed

How: These virtual sessions are available through Zoom. There is no fee, but pre-registration is required. You can attend any single sessions. 

Formula 8: Customer-Centric Problem Solving

March 13, 2024In-personKansas CityMO

This session includes classes on 9 consecutive Wednesdays. Attendance at all 9 sessions is HIGHLY encouraged.

The Formula 8 combines classroom and online coursework to teach 8 essentials of an entrepreneurial mindset using the business…

Physical Activity Learning Sessions for Child Care Providers

March 12, 2024 - July 2, 2024Virtual

Physical Activity Learning Sessions (PALS) is a series of 5 workshops offered by University of Missouri Extension Nutrition and Health Specialists, to help child care providers use best practices throughout the day to give children the best physical activity experiences. PALS includes, how to…

4-H Embryology in Buchanan County

March 11, 2024 - April 19, 2024In-personSt. JosephMO

4-H Embryology Program gives students the opportunity to learn the life cycle of chicks byhatching eggs in the classroom. Students will care for pre-incubated eggs by monitoring anincubator, maintaining optimal incubation stages and caring for the chicks after incubation— allduring a two-week…