Events

MTI – Supervisory Certificate Series – 2026-07-21

July 21, 2026 - July 22, 2026In-personKansas CityMO

Supervisory Certificate Series

Essential skills for supervisors at every level — in the office, in the field, on-site, or across hybrid and remote teams.

Today’s supervisors lead teams that are more distributed, multifaceted, and fast-moving than ever. Whether your employees work in an office, on the shop floor, in the field, or…

MTI – Building High-Functioning Teams -- 2016-07-22

July 22, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

Building High-Functioning Teams

Strong teams don’t happen accidentally. This session explores how leaders create clarity, shared norms, and accountability that lead to sustained team performance.

Participants will:

Pearls of Production - Celebrating the International Year of the Woman Farmer - July

July 22, 2026Virtual

Melanie Ramser (Switzerland), an organic farmer and co-manager of Horbermatt Farm, is recognized for her commitment to sustainable agriculture, preservation of regional food traditions, and transparent, hands-on farming practices. Through a diverse range of farm products and interactive public experiences, she connects consumers with…

Adult Mental Health First Aid - Virtual July

July 23, 2026Virtual

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches participants how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges in adults. Participants learn how to provide initial help and connect individuals to appropriate professional, peer, social, and self-help care.

This…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Zoom - July 24, 2026

July 24, 2026Virtual

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: July 23rd, 2026 8PM

Cost: $75

Contact: Haley Schwantz

Email: heschwantz@missouri.edu

Training Date: July 24th, 2026, 9:30AM - 12:00PM

Registration: Preregistration and online payment are requested. Zoom link and other instructions will be sent after registration.

Description:

Finances of Caregiving (FOC) July-August 2026 Virtual

July 27, 2026 - August 17, 2026Virtual

Preparing for caregiving often brings difficult and confusing decisions, especially around finances. The Finances of Caregiving Program is a four-session virtual class that helps older adults and caregivers understand key financial caregiving issues and how to plan ahead. Participants learn practical steps for organizing information, discussing…

Childcare Program: Ouch! That Stereotype Hurts (Afternoon)

July 28, 2026Virtual

Ouch! That Stereotype Hurts is an interactive session that enables participants to identify stereotypes while building confidence and skills to speak up when they encounter biased comments. Learn six key strategies for communication recovery skills to communicate respectively in this diverse world. These strategies are equally effective in the…

Childcare Program: Ouch! That Stereotype Hurts (Evening)

July 28, 2026Virtual

Ouch! That Stereotype Hurts is an interactive session that enables participants to identify stereotypes while building confidence and skills to speak up when they encounter biased comments. Learn six key strategies for communication recovery skills to communicate respectively in this diverse world. These strategies are equally effective in the…

MoDOT DBE Certification Workshop - In Person (Sikeston)

July 29, 2026In-personSikestonMO

MoDOT DBE Certification Workshop in Springfield

Registration Link:  https://www.modot.org/dbe-certification-workshops

MTI – Creating Stability for Teams – 2026-08-03

August 3, 2026Virtual

Creating Stability for Teams

Live Virtual Session  I  60 minutes

Small leadership behaviors create stability. This session focuses on practical actions leaders can take to increase predictability and trust.

Participants will:

Cost: $190

Register by June 1 to…

MO APEX - Assess Your Government Contracting Readiness - Virtual

August 6, 2026Virtual

Assess Your Government Contracting Readiness - Virtual Workshop with SCORE

Registration Link:  https://www.score.org/mo/st-louis/business-education/assess-your-government-contracting-readiness-7-13-2026/

Building Strong Families Virtual August 2026

August 6, 2026 - September 10, 2026Virtual

This program helps parents build on their existing strengths by developing communication and stress management skills and implementing positive parenting strategies.

6-Session Series August 6, 2026- September 10, 2026

Session 1 Family Strengths

Session 2 Communication

Session 3 Stress Less, Live More

Session 4…

4th Annual Sheep and Goat Field Day

August 7, 2026In-personMount VernonMO

This field day is a cooperative effort between MU Extension, Lincoln University and NC-SARE Program to provide practical knowledge to sheep and goat producers to make their operations successful. 

The field day is Friday, August 7, 2026 at 8:00 am to 4:30 pm at the SW MU Research Extension Education Center, 14548 Highway H, Mount…

Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - August 11, 2026

August 11, 2026Virtual

Missouri businesses are facing challenges recruiting and retaining workers. At the same time, Missouri also continues to experience high incidents of people of working age who are facing addiction and substance use issues, and ultimately leads to fewer people participating in Missouri’s workforce. We are offering a monthly orientation to…

Women in Dairy | Lumen

August 12, 2026Virtual

Lumen Utility Consult works to help businesses navigate their utility challenges with expert advice and tailored solutions. Focused around energy audits and consumption management Lumen plans to share tricks of their trade to enhance your dairy's efficiency and reduce total monthly costs.

MTI – Navigating Difficult Situations With Confidence -- 2016-08-20

August 20, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

Navigating Difficult Situations With Confidence

Conflict is inevitable, but mishandled conflict damages productivity and morale. This session strengthens leaders’ ability to address tension directly and productively.

Participants will:

NE Regional Grazing School - 2026

August 25, 2026 - August 27, 2026In-personWilliamstownMO

Missouri regional grazing schools teach the concepts of Management-intensive Grazing (MiG). Livestock farmers and ranchers learn the benefits of MiG, which include:

Participants learn concepts and skills that directly…

Retain With Intention - Building a Better Missouri Cow Herd

September 2, 2026 - September 3, 2026In-personMount VernonMO

Rebuilding the cow herd is more than keeping back a few extra heifers—it’s about making intentional decisions that shape your operation for years to come. During this multifaceted, hands-on, 2-day program will provide Missouri producers with practical tools to evaluate genetics, nutrition, fertility, and performance data when selecting and…

Neighborhood Leadership Academy - Virtual, Tues/Thurs Daytime

September 8, 2026 - November 12, 2026Virtual

In 2026, there are three formats through which participants can take part in Neighborhood Leadership Academy: A) in-person on Tuesday evenings (St. Louis residents only), B) virtually on Wednesday evenings, and C) virtually on Tuesday and Thursdays during the noon hour. This registration page is for the virtual, Tuesday and Thursday…

Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - September 8, 2026

September 8, 2026Virtual

Missouri businesses are facing challenges recruiting and retaining workers. At the same time, Missouri also continues to experience high incidents of people of working age who are facing addiction and substance use issues, and ultimately leads to fewer people participating in Missouri’s workforce. We are offering a monthly orientation to…

Neighborhood Leadership Academy - In-Person, Tuesday Evenings (St. Louis Only)

September 8, 2026 - November 10, 2026In-personSaint LouisMO

In 2026, there are three formats through which participants can take part in Neighborhood Leadership Academy: A) in-person on Tuesday evenings (St. Louis residents only), B) virtually on Wednesday evenings, and C) virtually on Tuesday and Thursdays during the noon hour. This registration page is for the in-person, Tuesday evening…

Neighborhood Leadership Academy - Virtual, Wednesday Evenings

September 9, 2026 - November 11, 2026Virtual

In 2026, there are three formats through which participants can take part in Neighborhood Leadership Academy: A) in-person on Tuesday evenings (St. Louis residents only), B) virtually on Wednesday evenings, and C) virtually on Tuesday and Thursdays during the noon hour. This registration page is for the virtual, Wednesday evening…

MTI – Responding Rather Than Reacting in Tough Situations – 2026-09-09

September 10, 2026Virtual

Responding Rather Than Reacting in Tough Situations

Live Virtual Session  I  60 minutes

Leadership credibility is often determined in high-pressure moments. This session focuses on practical techniques to regulate reactions and respond intentionally.

Cost: $190

Register by July 1 to receive 50% off…

MTI – Holding Employees Accountable – 2026-09-15

September 15, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

Holding Employees Accountable

Accountability drives performance. This session provides leaders with practical systems to clarify expectations, follow through consistently, and address performance gaps early.

Participants will:

Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities (CEC) Conference 2026

September 15, 2026 - September 17, 2026In-personMaryvilleMO

CEC Conference 2026

2026 Theme:  Show-Me Momentum - From Main Street to Farm Gate

September 15-17, 2026 | Maryville, Missouri

Step into a community where momentum is more than a word—it’s something you can feel, build, and carry home with you.

The 2026 Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities (CEC) Conference invites…