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Explore the world of successful startups in Kansas City. Meet at 7:45 a.m. at LiveStrong Sporting Park. The day will conclude with a social at 4 p.m. at 810 Zone on the Plaza. Parking and directions here. If you have not received instructions as to your group's breakout session, please e-mail dobson@kcchamber.com.


Date

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Topic
Entrepreneurship

Description and Goals
Entrepreneurship and innovation are ingrained in Kansas City’s history: and essential to its success in the future. Meet some of Kansas City’s most successful entrepreneurs and learn their secrets to success. Learn what it takes to start, develop and maintain a business in the Kansas City area, and become familiar with the resources that exist for entrepreneurs in here. Learn how the growth of various small businesses contributes to larger Kansas City economic and social goals.

Organizers
Chair: Angela Augur, Axcet HR Solutions
Chair: Kelli Christman, Cerner Corp.

John Tebbe, GFI Digital, Inc.
Barb Cross, Hallmark Cards, Inc.
Brett Gray, Commerce Bank
Philip Hickman, Genesis School
Frank Koranda, SNR Denton
Troy Lillebo, University of Missouri-Kansas City
Marshall Lockton, Lockton Companies

Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce