Events

Transforming Conflict into Positive Outcomes

October 7, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Does conflict sometimes interfere with the day-to-day operations of your organization? Actually, conflict is a natural and even beneficial fact of life in the business environment. However, when not managed well it can result in low morale, decreased productivity, high stress levels, and the loss of good employees, all of which detract from the…

MO APEX - Small Business Certifications for Government Contracting - Virtual

October 8, 2026Virtual

Small Business Certifications for Government Contracting - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26630

Emotional Intelligence: The Ingredient for Effective Leaders

October 8, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Emotional Intelligence has been identified as the single most important competency for effective leadership. According to Dan Goleman’s ground-breaking book, "Nothing else, including gender, education, geographic area, age, or hours worked came as close to predicting success as did emotional competencies.” Competencies “that have been…

MO APEX - Government Contracting 101 - Virtual

October 8, 2026Virtual

Government Contracting 101 - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/27037

Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions Virtual Toolkit

October 8, 2026 - November 12, 2026HybridVirtualMO

Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions programs are six week, highly interactive group programs to help people with chronic disease(s) and caregivers of people with chronic disease(s) gain self-confidence in their ability to control their symptoms and learn how their health problems affect their lives. Participants make weekly action…

The Power of Positive Teams

October 13, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Many organizations are feeling pressure due to the increased competition for talent, having fewer people to keep up, and operating in a constant state of change. As a lack of connection deteriorates team culture and engagement, remaining positive and avoiding the doom-and-gloom forecasts can be challenging. Building a positive, people-first…

Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - October 13, 2026

October 13, 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…

Dining with Diabetes- November 2026, Online

October 14, 2026 - November 4, 2026Virtual

Dining with Diabetes is a multi-session program that offers practical strategies and hands-on experiences to help you manage diabetes through healthy eating and lifestyle habits. Learning how to make informed food choices and build healthy routines can help you better manage your health and overall well-being.

Each session, you will…

BPCS (Acidified Foods)

October 15, 2026 - October 16, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

Dear Friends,

The Better Process Control School (Acidified Foods), is an FDA-recognized training program designed for operators, supervisors, and manufacturers involved in producing thermally processed acidified foods.

Date: Oct 15-16, 2026
Location: #154 William Stringer Wing, Food Science, University of Missouri, Columbia,…

Field to Freezer - Christian County

October 15, 2026In-personOzarkMO

Learn how to score Whitetail deer antlers using Boone and Crockett scoring system. Also learn how to make summer sausage with your deer harvest. Each person will leave the workshop with 1 to 1 1/2 pounds of summer sausage to cook at home. This program is brought to you by the Christian County MU Extension and the Missouri department of…

Side Hustle 101: How to start your own business the right way – SBDC Training

October 15, 2026In-personKirksvilleMO

Ready to turn your skills, hobbies, or ideas into extra income? Join us to learn the essential steps to starting a side hustle, including how to validate your idea, register your business, and build a strong foundation for success.

Hosts: SBDC and Truman Skills Center

Date: 10/15/2026

Time: 6:00PM – 7:…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Zoom - October 16th, 2026

October 16, 2026Virtual

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 16th, 2026 8AM

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

Cost: $75

Contact: Haley Schwantz

Email: heschwantz@missouri.edu

Training Date: October 16th, 2026, 9:30AM - 12:00PM

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NWMO Master Gardeners Houseplant Palooza

October 17, 2026In-personSaint JosephMO

Spend the day learning useful information to be successful with your indoor plants, including light, water, propagation and specialties like succulents and bonsai. The Houseplant Palooza is presented by the Northwest Missouri Master Gardeners on October 17 from 9:00 to 4:00 at Fulkerson Center, Missouri Western State University, St. Joseph, MO…

Supervision Boot Camp: Leadership Series (4-Day program)

October 19, 2026 - October 22, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Supervisors today face a world of tremendous change and challenge. This program is designed for new and experienced supervisors and managers who want to keep their knowledge and skill consistent with, or a step ahead, of the demands of the workplace. The Supervision Boot Camp: Leadership Series has been designed to build skills in the basic…

MO APEX - Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual

October 21, 2026Virtual

Creating an Effective Capability Statement - Virtual Workshop

Registration Link:  https://missouri.ecenterdirect.com/events/26639

MU Extension Fall Tax Schools 2026 - Columbia

October 26, 2026 - October 27, 2026In-personColumbiaMO

The schools are designed to cover practical topics encountered by tax preparers. These schools will be using the 2026 National Income Tax Workbook from the Land Grant University Tax Education Foundation. The schools will cover:

Day 1

Managing Team Attitudes & Expectations

October 27, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Value & Objectives

All organizations need effective teamwork and collaboration in order to create positive results. People throughout organizations are expected to generate the best possible outcomes, and to do so, they must work effectively with their immediate teams, as well as with members of extended teams. The best teams work…

MU Extension Fall Tax Schools 2026 - Springfield

October 28, 2026 - October 29, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

The schools are designed to cover practical topics encountered by tax preparers. These schools will be using the 2026 National Income Tax Workbook from the Land Grant University Tax Education Foundation. The schools will cover:

Day 1

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

October 28, 2026Virtual

Lidia Arend (Brazil), a swine reproduction specialist with Topigs Norsvin, is recognized for her work advancing sow fertility, reproductive management, and herd productivity. Through research and industry collaboration, she helps producers implement strategies that improve reproductive efficiency and overall performance while supporting the…

Introduction to Grant Writing

October 30, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

As a seasoned grant writer or newcomer, you will practice the essentials of writing grant proposals in this interactive and creative workshop.

You will learn everything from how to write, research and locate funding sources to where to find grant writing tips and tutorials that have taken years of expertise to cultivate. This includes…

Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PPAT) Category 20 CORE - Zoom - October 30th, 2026

October 30, 2026Virtual

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 30th, 2026 8AM

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

Cost: $75

Contact: Haley Schwantz

Email: heschwantz@missouri.edu

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

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Unlocking Team Potential: The 6 Types of Working Genius

November 3, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Do your team members struggle with burnout and frustration at work? Are meetings inefficient and unproductive? Do you wonder why some employees thrive in certain roles while others seem constantly drained?

Business owners, managers, and team leads today face the challenge of maximizing productivity while maintaining high morale and…

Coaching & Mentoring to Accelerate Potential

November 4, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Coaching can close the gap between acceptable and superior performance. Attend this seminar to learn the skills that professional coaches use to cultivate responsibility, innovation, energy, and commitment. This seminar will equip you with coaching and mentoring methods that will transform a team or individual to new heights of improved…

High-Performance Supervision

November 5, 2026In-personSpringfieldMO

Exceptional supervisors inspire and guide their teams by mastering motivation, problem-solving, delegation, and priority management. In this practical seminar, you’ll explore two foundational workplace systems and acquire proven, results-oriented skills essential for thriving in a supervisory role.

This seminar is ideal for first-level or…

Thriving Through the Holidays - A Resilient Economies and Community Health (REACH) Webinar

November 6, 2026 - November 20, 2026Virtual

Thriving Through the Holidays is a three-part webinar series designed to help individuals and families navigate the challenges of the holiday season with greater balance, resilience, and well-being. Recognizing that many women often carry a significant share of the emotional, relational, and logistical responsibilities during the holidays, this…