We are working on a line up of seminars, training opportunities and speakers to provide you and your employees with the best tools for success.

What topics would you like to see? What is keeping you up at night in your business? What do you wish your employees could learn more about? Email us your wish list!

KDOT is kicking off this year’s Local Consult process with a short online survey. Help them understand regional needs, transportation struggles with your company and direction for future projects. Take their short online survey .

• Cash Flow is Vital: As we learned last year, having adequate cash flow can make or break a business in a challenge. It is also one of the number one reasons new business fail. Make sure you are set up for success. Check out these resources:
• Infographic on cash flow and importance
• Cash Flow 101
• Tips for effective collection

• Continued Financial Assistance: THE SBDC has a great resource page detailing continue relief programs. If your business still needs assistance, make sure to check them out. They also offer webinars and trainings that impact your business. Check out the upcoming events.

• Workforce Summit: The second annual 2021 Kansas Workforce Development and Education Summit on Wednesday, August 25th will focus on the many challenges businesses face to compete for workers. Learn more and register here.

• Retail Power: From the growth of Amazon to the challenges with the pandemic, the retail industry has learned to be creative. We could all learn a few lessons from those that work in retail. Check out this great article on lessons learned in retail. 

• Inflation Changes may be coming. In the coming weeks, the market reports on consumer and producer level inflation will be out. The hope is that the Feds will soon taper off it's bond program. Read more here.

For more strategies, make sure to visit our Business Resource page. Or let us know your questions and struggles. We might have inspiration for your next big idea!