Overcoming Disruptions Focus of 2021 Kansas Minority Business Summit

Overcoming disruptions is the focus of the 2021 Kansas Minority Business Summit (KMB). It will take place on Wednesday, July 21st at the Sporting KC's Compass Minerals National Performance Center in Kansas City, KS.

This is the third year for the Kansas City Kansas Community College, Renaissance Management and Training Solutions, LLP, and the Kansas Chamber to host the summit.

"The COVID-19 pandemic had a tremendous impact on businesses - especially minority-owned businesses," said Alan Cobb, President and CEO of the Kansas Chamber. "Our goal is that minority businesses owners invest in a day of conversation and networking with us and then leave with a list of resources and ideas on how they can overcome disruptions and grow their businesses and the impact they have on their communities."

The summit's agenda includes networking opportunities and a number of discussions, including a panel focused on resources available to help minority business owners and entrepreneurs. Those on the panel include:

• Michael Barrera, Small Business Association

• Keith Lawing, Workforce Alliance

• Monica Brede, Kansas Department of Commerce

• Greg Jordan, Kansas Small Business Development Center

  
  "As a minority business owner, I know firsthand the challenges faced by minority-owned businesses. The resources and perspectives we discuss and share will highlight greater opportunities for success", said Jim Echols, President of Renaissance Management. Attendees also will hear from experts on a variety of crucial topics to being a successful business owner:
  

• A Inside Look at Government Contracting

• Wayne Bell, U.S. Small Business Administration

• Rhonda Harris, KDOC Office of Minority and Women Business

• How to Structure Your Business 101

• Shanee Kimber, Bank of Blue Valley

• Becoming the Employer of Choice

• Al Balloqui, Labor Max Staffing KC Metro

• Elevating Your Business through Social Media

• Sheila Ellis Glasper
  

  "KCKCC is happy to be part of this year's KMB Summit," said Dr. Greg Mosier, President of KCKCC. "It will serve to strengthen networks that ultimately help organizations grow and prosper in Kansas."

  Minority business owners can learn more and register to attend atwww.KansasChamber.org/KMB.
  

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