ELEVATIONLAB is all of the training programs of the Missouri Small Business Development Center at UMKC; we offer classes and workshops that are targeted for every business stage: SPARK classes for start-ups SCALE classes for growth SURGE classes for technology and innovation All training programs offer participants an opportunity to learn […]

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  What does this program do? This program is designed to provide technical assistance and training for small rural businesses. Small means that the business has fewer than 50 new workers and less than $1 million in gross revenue.   Who may apply for this program? Rural public entities including, […]

“When we love, we are the universe and the universe lives in us.” TRANS4MIND offers a wealth of free personal development resources, with online books, podcasts, articles, courses, quote collections, and more. This information will help you advance on an exciting path of holistic growth and wellbeing. This is the […]

Personal development is the process of reflecting on your skills and qualities, considering how they relate to your goals in life, and identifying ways to build the strengths you need to succeed. Engaging in the lifelong process of personal growth can pay dividends in your inner life, your family life, […]

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Our mission: To promote equality of economic opportunities for MWBEs and to eliminate barriers to their participation in state contracts. We supplement New York State’s economic leadership with information and resources that increase access to information and opportunities for minority- and women-owned businesses throughout the state.  Our key objectives: Encourage […]

Dear WBDC Network, We are reaching out to assure our WBDC family that we are taking all possible proactive measures to support and assist our clients with the economic impact on their businesses from necessary COVID-19 containment measures. The WBDC is actively advocating for grant and loan solutions to ensure […]