Master Gardener Training Program - Buchanan County (In-Person)

August 12, 2024 - December 2, 2024In-personSt. JosephMO

This is an in-person training program being held evenings at the Buchanan County Extension office.  The training will begin on August 12th and conclude on December 2nd.  There will be 14 class sessions, with no class on 9/2, 10/21, and 11/11.

CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series

May 31, 2024 - December 6, 2024Virtual

Bookend your month with knowledge and resources on facilitating rural economic development through entrepreneurship. 

These webinars will take place at 1:30 pm on the first and last Fridays of each month, providing valuable insights,…

The Strong Couples Program - Summer

June 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024Virtual

Having a strong relationship with your romantic partner can be hard. And when you need help, finding trustworthy support can be difficult. The Strong Couples Program can help. Whether you want to build greater intimacy and connection, communicate more effectively with your partner, or protect…

100 Miles, 100 Days

June 17, 2024 - September 25, 2024In-person

100 Miles, 100 Days Summer Challenge!

Are you ready to turn your summer into a journey of movement and adventure? Join us for the ultimate challenge: to cover 100 miles over the course of 100 glorious summer days, all while embracing any…

NOVA

July 9, 2024 - August 1, 2024HybridMO

Unlock your entrepreneurial potential! 

Are you ready to turn what makes you unique into your greatest asset? 

Join us this summer for NOVA, an entrepreneurial mindset course…

Small Business Certifications for Federal, State & Local Government Contracts

July 31, 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 businesses. …

StartUp Boards 101

August 1, 2024In-personKansas CityMO

If your early-stage company has just formed a board (or are about to), Startup Boards 101 is designed for you.

This series of three workshops (August 1, 8, 15, 2024 – attendance at all three sessions is required) helps entrepreneurs and…

Building Strong Families - Online

August 1, 2024 - September 5, 2024Virtual

This program helps families identify and build on their strengths, face challenges, and make informed choices. Learn to identify and build family strengths to make your family even stronger. You can learn new skills to help you improve your communication, increase your child's self-esteem,…

Mental Health First Aid for Adults - Online

August 7, 2024Virtual

Adult Mental Health First Aid teaches how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use challenges in adults ages 18 and over. 

The course will teach you how to apply the ALGEE action plan:

Government Contracting 101

August 7, 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.

Dive Into Produce Food Safety with Us! Workshop

August 7, 2024In-personRocky ComfortMO

On-farm produce safety is important to fruit and vegetable growers for a number of different reasons- to meet regulatory, sales venue, or buyer requirements and to ensure that they are selling the safest product possible. On-farm produce safety education may include training on the FDA Food…

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…

Master Gardener Program

August 12, 2024 - December 2, 2024In-personPlatte CityMO

 This will be an in-person training event that meets weekly from August 12 - December 2, 2024 at the Mid-Continent Library - Platte City Branch, 2702 NW Prairie View Rd, Platte City, MO 64079.  No class will be held on 9/2, 10/21, and 11/11.  

NSF SBIR Interactive Workshop

August 13, 2024 - August 14, 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…

Master Gardener Training Program - Excelsior Springs

August 13, 2024 - December 3, 2024In-personExcelsior SpringsMO

This will be an in-person training held at the Excelsior Springs Community Center.  The class sessions will take place from 12:30 - 3:00 pm every Tuesday for 14 Weeks.  Classes will not be held 9/3, 10/22, and 11/12.

Provides in…

MissouriBUYS: How to Do Business with the State of Missouri

August 14, 2024Virtual

Are you interested in doing business with the State of Missouri? Did you know that in order to sell to the State of Missouri, your business is required to be registered in the State of Missouri's online vendor portal, MissouriBUYS?

Register…

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…

GROWTH360

August 26, 2024In-personKansas CityMO

Growth360 is a 10 session course starting on August 26 and running through October 28, 2024. It is held on Monday mornings from 9am - Noon in person at 4747 Troost Ave, KCMO 64110. Attendance at all 10 sessions is expected.

With a 360°…

Graves-Chapple Extension and Education Center Field Day

August 27, 2024In-personFairfaxMO

The 35th annual field day at the Graves-Chapple Extension and Education Center.  The day will start with our appreciation breakfast followed by field tours providing information regarding many of the questions producers have regarding their crops.  Marketing, pest management, and…

Franchise Panel Lunch and Learn

August 28, 2024In-personKansas CityMO

Join us as an expert panel discusses the benefits of owning your own franchise as well as offers advice to support your goals of franchising your business. Lunch will be provided. 

Cost: No fee

ELEVATIONLAB™ TECH VENTURE

August 29, 2024In-personKansas CityMO

This session includes classes on 9 consecutive Thursdays. Attendance at all 9 sessions is HIGHLY recommended.

You’re on the cusp of developing a cutting-edge technology or science-based business while Kansas City’s entrepreneurial community…

Beginners Grass-fed Beef Production and Marketing School

August 30, 2024In-personLinneusMO

Please join us for the Beginners Grass-fed Beef Production and Marketing School. Representatives from MU extension, the Missouri Forage and Grassland Council, and producers will present on topics throughout the workshop. Participants will gain a better understanding of marketing, including…

Government Contracting 101

September 4, 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.

Women in Agriculture

September 5, 2024HybridEwingMO

Women from across northeast Missouri and Illinois participate in a one-day workshop focusing on agriculture for farm and home. Participants learn a variety of topics from wildlife habitat improvement, grain and livestock production and marketing, personal health and wellness, and the latest in…

Forest and WIldlife Management Workshop

September 7, 2024In-personPortlandMO

Learn how forest management practices can benefit desired wildlife on your land. Deer, turkey, and many songbirds thrive in healthy woods. Discover tips on how to keep your woods diverse and healthy to meet wildlife goals you may have. Sustainable harvesting practices for wildlife and income…