On Demand-Understanding Financial Statements

April 1, 2025 - June 30, 2030Virtual

Whether you own a small business, serve on a nonprofit board, or make financial business decisions based on data, you will benefit from this workshop!Identify and understand key business information on profit and loss statements and balance sheetsKnow how to calculate and use financial ratios to make better business decisionsUnderstand the…

On Demand-Starting and Managing a Small Business

April 1, 2025 - June 30, 2030Virtual

This class will provide an overview of the critical first steps associated with starting a business. You will assess your strengths and weaknesses in terms of business ownership, learn about the importance of planning, and discuss legal and regulatory requirements.Identify resources that will assist you in starting a business in MissouriIdentify…

Introduction to QuickBooks Online (In-Person Training)

October 6, 2025 - October 6, 2026In-personSedaliaMO

QuickBooks Online is one of the most popular cloud-based accounting programs for small business owners.

Are you considering using QuickBooks Online (QBO) for your business? Or do you already use it but feel you're not maximizing its potential? What’s the difference between QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online?

I Started a Business… Now What?

June 23, 2026Virtual

You filed the paperwork, launched the business, and maybe even made a few sales. Now what? This workshop helps entrepreneurs identify the next steps needed to build a sustainable business, including goal setting, customer acquisition, cash flow basics, and creating a practical 90-day action plan. 

STL Encore Connect: A New Community of (age 50+) STL EntrepreneursEdit

June 23, 2026Virtual

STL Encore Connect is a community of (age 50+) entrepreneurs, business owners, and business dreamers. Join to connect, learn, share, and grow. If you're in business, or exploring new ventures, you belong HERE.
The objectives for this community include the following:
1. Connect to, and network w/the Encore Entrepreneur STL Community
2.…

What’s Next for My Business?

June 25, 2026Virtual

This interactive workshop helps business owners assess where they are today and determine where they need to go next. Participants will use tools such as a SWOT analysis to evaluate strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats while also examining business successes, pain points, challenges, and growth opportunities. The session is…

Using AI for Marketing Your Small Business

July 8, 2026HybridKirkwoodMO

AI is transforming marketing. Discover how to leverage readily available AI tools to boost your small business. In this session, you'll learn actionable strategies for content creation, social media marketing, customer engagement, and data analysis – all designed to increase efficiency and drive real growth.

Recovery Friendly Workplace Orientation - July 14, 2026

July 14, 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…

I Started a Business… Now What?

July 21, 2026Virtual

You filed the paperwork, launched the business, and maybe even made a few sales. Now what? This workshop helps entrepreneurs identify the next steps needed to build a sustainable business, including goal setting, customer acquisition, cash flow basics, and creating a practical 90-day action plan. 

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…

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…

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…

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…

Advanced QuickBooks Online

October 27, 2026In-personSedaliaMO

QuickBooks Online is one of the most popular accounting software programs for small business owners.

Are you considering using QuickBooks Online (QBO) for your business? Or do you already use it but feel you're not maximizing its potential? What’s the difference between QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online?