Equipping small business owners with tools for success and growth.
Financial workshops for small business owners
Free, practical learning designed to help your business grow and thrive
We’re committed to supporting small business owners beyond lending. Our free financial workshops bring practical tools, real-world guidance, and community connection to help you build and strengthen your business.
Workshops are hosted in two locations to stay accessible to our business community:
These workshops are designed to be practical, approachable, and immediately useful—whether you're just starting out or looking to grow. Each session is built to give you ideas you can put into action right away.
Space is limited and advance registration is required.
June 10
St. Joseph
Time: 11:45 AM
Location: 801 Felix Street, St. Joseph, MO 64501
Learn how to turn your business idea into a clear plan. This workshop walks through the key parts of a business plan, including defining your idea, setting goals, and outlining basic financial projections. You will have time to work on your own business plan and gain practical tools to turn your idea into a realistic and actionable plan for success.
June 25
Kansas City
Time: 11:45 AM
Location: Don Bosco Community Center
Gain hands-on insights into key financial management techniques for small businesses. Delve into crucial aspects such as effective bookkeeping, loan application strategies, and optimizing cash flow. Elevate your financial skills to support your business's growth and success.
Presented by: Marquita Miller Joshua
July 23
Kansas City
Time: 11:45 AM
Location: Don Bosco Community Center
Learn tools that are key to unlocking effective marketing strategies. Dive into the fundamentals of brand positioning, targeted advertising, and social media engagement. Through hands-on activities, you'll actively develop a marketing plan, gaining practical skills to enhance your business visibility and connect with your audience effectively.
Presented by: Annette Weeks
August 12
St. Joseph
Time: 11:45 AM
Location: 801 Felix Street, St. Joseph, MO 64501
Gain hands-on insights into key financial management techniques for small businesses. Delve into crucial aspects such as effective bookkeeping, loan application strategies, and optimizing cash flow. Put the practices in place to support your business's success.
August 27
Kansas City
Time: 11:45 AM
Location: Don Bosco Community Center
Explore the transformative power of artificial intelligence in modern business. Learn practical applications of AI tools for small businesses, including productivity enhancement, customer service optimization, marketing strategies, and operational efficiency. Gain hands-on experience with AI technologies that can give your business a competitive edge.
Presented by: TBA
September 24
Kansas City
Time: 11:45 AM
Location: Don Bosco Community Center
Discover the essentials of effective social media management to enhance your business presence. Delve into the strategies and tactics essential for utilizing social media platforms. From crafting compelling content to understanding analytics, you'll gain practical skills to boost your online visibility and engage with your target audience.
Presented by: Miu Edlin
October 22
Kansas City
Time: 11:45 AM
Location: Don Bosco Community Center
Explore the intricacies of funding for business start-ups or growth in order to secure funding for your business. Gain assistance for navigating loans, comprehending financing options, and developing a compelling business case. This interactive class goes beyond theory – you'll actively fill out the necessary forms, gaining practical skills to navigate the financial landscape with confidence.
Presented by: Patricia Case
November 18
St. Joseph
Time: 11:45 AM
Location: 801 Felix Street, St. Joseph, MO 64501
Learn the basics of marketing and what helps small businesses get noticed. This workshop covers effective use of social media, brand basics and simple advertising ideas. You will work on a basic marketing plan and gain practical tools to better connect with your customers.
