Helping founders find community and connections
Free, confidential business advising for entrepreneurs in northwest Kansas through the NWKEICI regional SBDC, covering business planning, financing, marketing, and technical assistance for the 26-county northwest Kansas service area.
One-on-one business consulting provided by Emporia Main Street's team for existing and aspiring businesses in Emporia, covering market research, business strategy, financing options, and local economic development resources.
Learn more →Consulting and mentorship program identifying opportunities and addressing challenges for businesses across 26 counties in Northwest Kansas, including gap funding and business planning support.
Learn more →6-week cohort program for childcare providers in Northwest Kansas to improve and grow their businesses through 1:1 virtual coaching, bi-weekly workshops, and operational technology guidance.
Learn more →Free, confidential one-on-one business mentoring from SCORE Greater Wichita's 35+ volunteer mentors who are experienced business owners and executives. Available in-person, by phone, email, or video conference for startups and existing businesses at all stages.
Learn more →Advanced growth advisory program for established businesses with over $250,000 in sales or 3+ years in operation, providing in-depth financial analysis, benchmarking against industry norms, and strategic planning to help second-stage companies scale.
Learn more →Free one-on-one counseling and group training to help Kansas businesses assess and pursue government contracting opportunities at federal, state, and local levels, including marketing strategy development, solicitation reading, and registration assistance.
Learn more →Free, one-on-one government contracting counseling and training seminars for businesses in south-central Kansas, helping them navigate federal, state, and local procurement processes, develop marketing strategies targeting government buyers, and prepare winning bids.
Learn more →MIT-model mentoring program pairing growth-stage founders (1+ year in business with revenue) with a team of experienced volunteer mentors to help scale to the next level.
Learn more →Program for second-stage companies connecting them with expert national consulting teams providing advanced tools like GIS, market research, competitive intelligence, and SEO strategies.
Learn more →Free monthly pitch and mentoring event where Lawrence entrepreneurs present their startup to a live audience and receive 20 minutes of Q&A feedback. Attendees learn from other founders' pitches and build connections within the startup ecosystem.
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