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SUMMARY:Ready Set Score: Get Ready for the World Cup
DESCRIPTION:Please note: this event is being organized by The Chamber\, Lawrence\, Kansas. To register for this event\, visit their website by clicking here. \nBusiness owners\, community leaders\, and entrepreneurs are invited to join a powerful one-day event designed to prepare local businesses for the opportunities surrounding the 2026 World Cup. Hosted by Kira Chereé Cobb of the Actuate Consulting Team in collaboration with The Chamber of Lawrence\, this regional forum will be held on Thursday\, July 17\, 2025\, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM at KU Innovation Park Phase III Auditorium\, 2033 Becker Dr.\, in Lawrence\, Kan. \nRegistration is $20.00\, which includes a continental breakfast and boxed lunch. Space is limited\, and early registration is encouraged. \nThis highly anticipated gathering will feature experts\, city officials\, and resource providers from across the region\, offering actionable insights and guidance for leveraging one of the largest international sporting events ever hosted in the United States. \nEvent Highlights Include: \n\n2026 World Cup Overview\nBusiness Readiness Strategies for Small Businesses by Kira Cobb\nMunicipalities Compliance Panel with leaders from Lawrence\, Eudora\, Baldwin City\, and Lecompton\, KS\nInsights from the Kansas Department of Labor\nWorking Lunch focused on Creating Collaborative Experiences for International Travelers\nCultural Awareness Session led by KU International Affairs Department\nFood Entrepreneurs & Restaurant Panel featuring the DoCo Food Entrepreneurs Policy Group and Rick Renfro of Johnny’s\nFinance & Funding Panel with Network KS\, Local Bank Representatives\, and AltCap\nTechnical Assistance Resource Fair connecting attendees to business support organizations\n\n“This forum is not just about preparing for the World Cup—it’s about creating long-term impact through business readiness\, cross-sector collaboration\, and economic development\,” says Kira Cheree Cobb\, CEO of Actuate Consulting Team
URL:https://kuinnovationpark.com/event/ready-set-score-get-ready-for-the-world-cup/
LOCATION:KU Innovation Park Phase III\, 2033 Becker Drive\, Lawrence\, KS
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SUMMARY:Empowerment Expo
DESCRIPTION:This event is organized by the Chamber of Lawrence\, Kansas. Click here to register on the Chamber’s website. \nLooking to grow your side business to a full-time career but needing support?\nAre you a large business interested in programs to support small\, local businesses?\nWanting to learn more on marketing your business in-person and online?\nWhat are the best practices for cyber security? \nIf so\, The Chamber invites you to attend our first-ever Empowerment Expo! Our mission: create an inclusive space to learn\, connect\, and build together a powerful business community strengthened by the invaluable connections and knowledge gained. \nThe Empowerment Expo will be held on October 10 from 8:30am-3pm at Burge Union on KU Campus. This event will be comprised of 2 breakout sessions – each with 3 various topics\, a panel discussion during hosted lunch\, and an afternoon of networking with fellow attendees and our event partners (see below). \nTickets now on sale!\nFor just $25 per person\, enjoy the event’s programming\, refreshments throughout the day\, hosted lunch\, swag bag\, networking\, as well as the knowledge and connections made.\nThis event is open to the public!\n**The Chamber has invested in complimentary Bluetooth earbuds and will gladly provide them to those utilizing the English-to-Spanish translation services in breakout rooms and panel discussions.\n***If you need accommodations due to dietary needs\, etc. please contact Jared Martin\, Director of Events\, at JMartin@LawrenceChamber.com prior to October 3. \nTopics to be presented on include \n\nResources available to businesses of all sizes\nCybersecurity\nMarketing and pitching your business to investors and clients\nStart-Up and Entrepreneur guidance\nOpportunities for large businesses to grow while supporting local\, small businesses\nCertifications for woman\, veteran\, and minority-owned entities\n\nPresenters of breakout presentations include \n\nNetWork Kansas\nKU Small Business Development Center\nSmall Business Administration\nKansas Department of Commerce\nKU Innovation Park\nMCubed Technologies
URL:https://kuinnovationpark.com/event/empowerment-expo/
LOCATION:Burge Union\, 1565 Irving Hill Rd\, Lawrence\, Kansas\, 66044
CATEGORIES:Founding Partners
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