Description:
Learn how to create flyers, social media posts, and other promotional materials for your small business using Canva. This recorded class follows a practical business example, from choosing a template to downloading and sharing a finished design.
Topics include selecting the right design size; adding your logo, colors, text, and photos; recognizing free and paid features; and using artificial intelligence to draft promotional text while checking accuracy and tone.
Presented by Chris Pennington, Business Consultant with the Missouri SBDC at Missouri Southern State University. No design experience or Canva account is required to watch. Participants may pause, replay sections, and practice in their own Canva accounts. PDF class slides are included.
Cost:
No cost.
Contact Info:
Missouri SBDC at Missouri Southern State University
Email: sbdc@mssu.edu
Phone: 417-625-3128
Partners:
Hosted by the Missouri SBDC at Missouri Southern State University. Missouri SBDC is affiliated with University of Missouri Extension and receives partial funding through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Sessions (dates/times):
November 2026 — One recorded session, approximately 34 minutes. Available on demand, with no scheduled live meeting time. Participants watch at their convenience after registration.
Location and Public Access:
Online training video in English. Register through Missouri SBDC eCenter, then follow the provided link to access the video. Internet access is required. Driving directions are not applicable.
The Missouri SBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Programs are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance to the SBDC hosting the event. The Missouri SBDC is a University of Missouri Extension partner.