Update: WordCamp Omaha 2011 has been postponed. Look for the event to be reschedule for March or April 2012. See our post for more details: “Friday’s WordCamp Omaha rescheduled for spring 2012“.
Every Monday, look for our events post to keep you in the loop on the happenings of the week. From meetups and conferences to workshops and pitch sessions, if it’s happening in the Silicon Prairie, you’ll find it here.
To submit an event for consideration, please email brittany@siliconprairienews.com.
GEW Kick Off Event – Kansas City Style – Monday, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Kansas City – Union Station (30 West Pershing Road)
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Help Kansas City kick off Global Entrepreneurship Week in high-octane style! The event at Union Station will feature Curbside Consulting sessions for emerging entrepreneurs to get advice from seasoned entrepreneurs (must register for a session); quick talks by several entrepreneurs sharing “Lessons from the edge.” presentations by civic leaders about why entrepreneurship is so important to Kansas City. Also drop in at our feedback forum, network with other entrepreneurs and see who will win the Ultimate Business Makeover for the best entrepreneurship video. The event is free and open to the public.
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HEDC Awards Celebrating Micro Entrepreneurship – Monday, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Kansas City – Boulevard Brewing Company (2501 Southwest Blvd.)
The HEDC Awards event invites funders, clients, partners, neighborhood residents, local leaders, political representatives and many other stakeholders. The event provides an overview of HEDC’s economic impact to the Greater Kansas City area for the Fiscal Year. HEDC will recognize two Micro Businesses of the Year and the Friend of the Micro Business awards during this event. $25 to attend.
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Under 30/CEO Everything I Know I Learned in My First Year – Monday, 6-8 p.m.
Kansas City – Union Station (30 West Pershing Road)
A panel of strong Kansas City business owners talk about how they got over the hump of their first year. Learn the important lessons that get you through the start up phase and into wild success from those who know it best! Networking and registration start at 6:00 P.M. Panel discussion starts at 6:30 P.M.
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BIZ’s Business Insights and Networking Luncheon – Tuesday, 11:30 a.m.
Des Moines – The Greater Des Moines Partnership (700 Locust St., Suite 100)
Breaking Up is Hard To Do…So Prepare For It. Whether you call it “divorce small business style” or “love is sweeter the second time around,” long time entrepreneur Tej Dhawan will share some hard earned wisdom on the management of expectation within a business partnership at the November BIZ Luncheon. Tej, partner and president of the nation’s most successful software and services company focused on Corrections, saw his first partnership dissolve in 2010. While the breakup was amicable, it was not without its stresses, giving him some insights he wants to share in hopes of sparing others unnecessary anguish through up-front planning. $12 admission fee (includes lunch).
Learn more bizci.org
Mid-America Angels Investments LLC Portfolio Spotlight – Tuesday, 5-7 p.m.
Kansas City – TBA
This event offers an opportunity for accredited investors to meet current Mid- America Angel investors and learn about the current MAA portfolio companies. SEC definition of an Accredited Investor can be found at: www.sec.gov/answers/accred.htm
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Entrepreneurs Unpluggd: How To Find Your First Customers – Tuesday, 6-9 p.m.
Kansas City – Screenland Crown Center (2450 Grand Blvd.)
The question that plagues the beginning of any new business is: “How Do I Get My First Customers?” Join 3 successful Kansas City entrepreneurs as they talk about one of the most challenging aspects facing startups. Whether customers are consumers, pharmaceutical companies, or sports teams, convincing them to use your new product/service can often make or break a startup. Hear actionable advice and insight from entrepreneurs who have been there, and will share their secrets regarding customer acquisition. The esteemed speakers will answer this question with examples from their own experiences, including successful strategies and not so successful strategies.
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Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneurs in Motion Breakfast – Tuesday, 8:30-10 a.m.
Lee’s Summit, Missouri – University of Central Missouri, Conference Room (850 NW Chipman Road)
Come join us for a Keynote Address by John McDonald, owner, president and CEO of Boulevard Brewing Company. Full breakfast buffet. Entrepreneurs networking event to follow.
Cost : Member $25, Non-Member $35
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Kauffman FastTrac – Global Women’s Summit – Wednesday, 8-6 p.m.
Kansas City – Kauffman Foundation Conference Center (4801 Rockhill Road)
Your mind. Your business. That’s one powerful combination. Seize your opportunity at the Kauffman FastTrac Global Women’s Summit. Whether you are beginning your entrepreneurial journey or determining your next step, you belong there. Enjoy a day to strengthen your mind and your business. Space is limited.
Registration is $75 per person and includes breakfast, lunch and a cocktail networking reception.
Learn more fasttrac.affiliate.fasttrac.org
Startup Foundation Des Moines and Silicon Prairie News Present: Startup Job Crawl – Wednesday, 5 p.m.
Des Moines – Midland Building (6th & Mulberry)
Students and recent graduates will have the opportunity to meet the people behind local startups (some of whom are pictured above), see their products in action and learn about the culture of working in this innovative community. This event is free to attend and is open to students and recent graduates (within one calendar year) in and around Iowa.
Learn more, see our post “Attention Students: Des Moines’ first Startup Job Crawl is Nov. 16“
StartupCity Des Moines: Lunch & Learn – Thursday, 12 p.m.
Des Moines – StartupCity Des Moines, 5th Floor (317 6th Ave.)
Join Emily Harris of Davis Brown Law for a discussion on intellectual property. She will share thoughts on what patent reform (American Invents) means for startups, what IP a startup has, and how to protect IP early to survive due diligence with an investor. This is your chance to ask an IP attorney anything.
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ACG Nebraska Breakfast Meeting – Thursday, 7-9 a.m.
Omaha – Happy Hollow (1701 South 105th St.)
Featured Presenter: Clare Hart, President and CEO of Infogroup. Clare Hart is also a member of the Board of Directors of the Company. Hart was Executive Vice President, Dow Jones & Company, a News Corporation Company, and President, Dow Jones Enterprise Media Group, from March 2006 – January 2010. She was responsible for the company’s media portfolio serving the corporate, media, financial services and government markets.
Learn more acg.org/nebraska
2011 Women of Innovation – Thursday, 11:30-5 p.m.
Des Moines – Hy-Vee Conference Center (5820 Westown Parkway)
The Technology Association of Iowa will present the fourth annual Iowa Women of Innovation event, an awards presentation that elevates and celebrates today’s extraordinary women. The event will be dedicated to recognizing women who are leaders in science, technology, engineering or math. Students at both the secondary (grades 7-12) and college levels will also be recognized.
Learn more technologyiowa.org
Iowa Women’s Leadership Conference: Betsy Meyers Leadership Luncheon –Thursday, 11:30-1 p.m.
Des Moines – Hy-Vee Conference Center (5820 Westown Parkway)
IWLC’s premiere Des Moines event, featuring keynote speaker Betsy Myers. Tickets are $75 per individual and $750 per table of 10. Betsy Myers has held executive leadership positions in the public sector for more than two decades, serving as a Senior Advisor and COO to Barack Obama’s Presidential Campaign and as Executive Director of the Center for Public Leadership at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government. All attendees will receive a copy of Betsy’s new book, Take the Lead.
Learn more iowawomensconference.com
Women of Innovation: Microsoft’s DigiGirlz – Thursday, 1:30-5 p.m.
Des Moines – Hy-Vee Conference Center (5820 Westown Parkway)
DigiGirlz works to dispel the stereotypes of the high-tech industry. Students will interact with executive women from technology industry; participate in technology tours and demonstrations; network with other participants; and learn with hands-on experience and discussion.
Learn more technologyiowa.org
Iowa Women of Innovation: Innovation @ Work Leadership Conference – Thursday, 1:30-5 p.m.
Des Moines – Hy-Vee Conference Center (5820 Westown Parkway)
Presentations to include “Beyond Luck: Practical steps from going from manager to leader” John E. Langhorne, PhD and Author and “Trainwreck to Triumph”: Eight female leaders share their stories of how they have turned around a difficult situation. The cost to attend is $50.
Learn more technologyiowa.org
Pitch and Grow Special Edition: Women of Innovation – Thursday, 3:30-4:45 p.m.
Des Moines – Hy-Vee Conference Center (5820 Westown Parkway)
Pitch & Grow, Special Edition “Pitch & Grow Your Business” and “Pitch & Grow Your Career”
Entrepreneurs will pitch their business to a supportive group of peer CEOs, CIOs, business development experts, industry professionals and business-savvy people. In return, they have a unique opportunity to receive constructive feedback on areas such as fundraising, value proposition, business plan, management team, sales/marketing/support and building strategy.
Learn more technologyiowa.org
bizperc November Open House – Thursday, 4:30-6 p.m.
Kansas City – bizperc, 6th Floor (1800 Baltimore)
Come take a tour of bizperc, chat with some of the collaborative tenants and help yourself to some beverages. All drop-in tours will have the chance to see bizperc’s 4th, 5th and 6th floors as well as the breath-taking rooftop garden.
Learn more tbpnov11openhouse.eventbrite.com
TechBrew Iowa City – Thursday, 5-7 p.m.
Coralville, Iowa – The Vine (39 2nd St.)
Join us for the Technology Association of Iowa’s TechBrew IowaCity event, an informal gathering of entrepreneurs, technologists, business people and funders getting together to talk over a beer (social lubrication). Cocktails and networking will begin promptly at 5 pm!
Learn more technologyiowa.org
KC Next’s Fall IT Happy Hour – Thursday,
5-8 p.m.
Kansas City – College Basketball Experience (1401 Grand Blvd)
Join us Thursday, November 17 at the College Basketball Experience to network with more than 350 of our region’s top IT industry leaders and brightest tech innovators. Wear comfortable shoes – with more than 10 interactive games to choose from, you can challenge a fellow tech pro to some hands-on basketball fun. As always, don’t miss your chance to win some of the most popular gadgets while enjoying refreshing pints of Boulevard beer.
Learn more kcnext.com
East 2 West: Nebraska’s Venture Competition – Friday, TBA
Lincoln – Talent Plus (1 Talent Plus Way)
A number of pre-selected applicants will be called upon to make a pitch presentation to a judges panel composed of local and regional business leaders. “The East 2 West” Nebraska Venture Competition is open to entrepreneurs and business owners in Nebraska.
Learn more investnebraska.com
Grain & Mortar Open House Party – Friday, 6-9 p.m.
Omaha – Grain & Mortar (1111 N 13th St. Suite 141)
Break out those top hats and tailcoats folks! It’s time to CELEBRATE! Grain & Mortar is throwing a bash to commemorate the grand opening of their studio & the launch of their new website! Come on down and help us break in the new digs! Snacks, drinks, & mustaches will be provided.
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