Who: Entrepreneurs ready to start or ready to learn what you might have missed at the start How: These virtual sessions are available through Zoom. There is no fee, but pre-registration is required. The class takes place on five consecutive Tuesdays from Noon to 1pm. Week 1: Definition of a business and the “startup loop [...]

This introductory seminar is an overview of the critical first steps associated with winning government contracts. We cover how to get started in government contracting arena including federal, state and local government registrations and certifications. After attending this orientation seminar, a business is eligible to sign up for MO PTAC services including:•Marketing to the Government•Identifying [...]

Growth360 is a selective opportunity for business owners to participate in a multi-week session of classes on Thursdays from 9am - Noon beginning on June 2, 2022 and running through August 4. An agreement to attend and participate in all sessions is part of the application process. Deadline for applications is May 23. Notification of [...]

Are you ready to learn the basics of starting a new business? This three-hour class provides an overview of the critical first steps needed to start a business. Participants learn to assess their strengths and weaknesses in terms of business ownership, and the importance of planning, meeting legal and regulatory requirements and identifying sources of [...]

This course is designed for business owners and managers who need to know how to create a business plan for their organization so the plan can be a useful management tool. During this course, participants will learn the importance of business plans, the key required elements of a basic plan and data that must be [...]

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. With state and local activity, there are established goals to spend [...]

Learn about what investors need to know and want to see before making an investment in a start-up. Presented by Michele Weigand, Managing Partner of Focused Perspective with over 27 years of Finance and Business Development experience. Michele was the former Chief Investment Officer for KTEC and managed investments for GE Mortgage and GE Reinsurance. [...]

Gaining leadership insight is a lot like mining gold. You do not set out to look for dirt, you look for nuggets! In this program you will learn how to: Motivate your team dailyLead yourself as you lead othersIdentify and celebrate successes in your professional journeyOperate in your strength zone 80% of the timeExpand your [...]

This introductory seminar is an overview of the critical first steps associated with winning government contracts. We cover how to get started in government contracting arena including federal, state and local government registrations and certifications. After attending this orientation seminar, a business is eligible to sign up for MO PTAC services including:•Marketing to the Government•Identifying [...]

Are you ready to learn the basics of starting a new business? This three-hour class provides an overview of the critical first steps needed to start a business. Participants learn to assess their strengths and weaknesses in terms of business ownership, and the importance of planning, meeting legal and regulatory requirements and identifying sources of [...]