Big Missouri Business Events in November 2020 and Other Great Happenings
The MOSourceLink calendar is chock-full of classes and events you can attend to learn how to start and scale your business. Caitlin Jones, Network Navigator extraordinaire, is here with a few of the highlights. Grab your calendar, and let’s get to work.
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NEXT Missouri Advocacy Update
2 – 3 p.m. Fri., Oct. 30 (Statewide)
Calling all entrepreneurs, small businesses and those who support them: Tune in and learn about important policy-related issues in Missouri that could affect you. This is your chance to tell policymakers what your business is facing.
Veteran Small Business Webinar
Noon – 1 p.m. (Springfield)
Learn about various programs and help that are available to veterans and their spouses through the SBA and its resource partners in this no-cost webinar from the SBA’s Springfield branch and the Veterans Business Resource Center. And be sure to check out the full slate programming to celebrate veteran-owned businesses Nov. 2-6 during National Veterans Small Business Week.
Advocating for New Entrepreneurs by Utilizing Local Resources
8:30 – 9:30 a.m. Wed., Nov. 4 (Branson + Statewide)
Learn how you can support those who were laid off or lost their job and now want to start a business. This “Mornings on Main” from the Missouri Main Street Connection explores business incubation, microbusiness efforts, business plan development and working with property owners and cities.
STL Startup Week
Nov. 9-13, 2020 (St. Louis)
Celebrate the St. Louis region’s entrepreneurs and power up your startup through four key tracks: resources and events, general assembly courses, skill building and WISER (women in science entrepreneurship and research). And be sure to sign up for a panel discussion with MOSourceLink, ITEN and local entrepreneurs: Accessing the Right Resources to Start & Grow Your Business: Learn & Connect from noon – 2 p.m. Nov. 9.
Veterans in Business
Noon – 1 p.m. Thurs., Nov. 12 (Rolla)
In this session with Missouri SBDC at Missouri S&T, learn about the resources and programs available to veterans, including the U.S. Small Business Administration, Veteran Business Resource Center, Missouri PTAC and the Missouri Small Business Development Center.
Food Safety for Small Businesses
10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Tues., Nov. 17 (St. Joseph)
The University of Missouri Extension and the Missouri Small Business Development Center have partnered to bring you expert advice for important food businesses, like manufacturing safety guidelines and FDA and USDA business regulations.
Pitch Contest
Noon – 1 p.m. Wed., Nov. 18 (Springfield)
The efactory’s annual pitch contest is back and bigger than ever in 2020. Missouri startups will take to the virtual stage Nov. 18 to pitch for their shot at a $10,000 cash prize, presented by RMI.
Business Resiliency Roundtable: Pivoting Your Business Model & Messaging to Customer
5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Thurs., Nov. 19 (West Plains)
Has your business been impacted by COVID-19? If so, explore a new series of virtual roundtables called Business Resiliency in a Time of Uncertainty. This program from the Missouri SBDC at Missouri State University will help you, as the business owner, gain clarity on key issues and create a path to recovery.
Global Entrepreneurship Week – Kansas City 2020
Monday – Friday, Nov. 16 – 20 (Statewide)
Kansas City’s largest celebration of entrepreneurship kicks off Nov. 16-20. This year features virtual Prime-Time Events as well as online and in-person Community Events, all at no-cost. These expert presenters will show you how to make your business stronger and more resilient for the future.
This conference is for entrepreneurs at all stages.
MOSourceLink helps aspiring startups and established small businesses find the right business resources to start, scale or accelerate. Give us a call (866-870-6500) or tell us who you are, and we’ll help you find your path to business success.
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