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Community Event Calendar

4/3/2026 - 4/3/2027
MON
April
6
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

In this candid, high-energy session, we’ll uncover the common etiquette mistakes that quietly sabotage your credibility—and what to do instead. From ghosting and no-shows to accountability and appearance, you’ll learn the basics that should be obvious ...

TUE
April
7
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by financial terms like "balance sheet" or "income statement"? This introductory session, designed specifically for those new to accounting, is the perfect starting point. By gaining a grasp of financial cornerstones, ...

TUE
April
7
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

The World Cup is coming to our region. Will international travelers be able to find your business? Join us for this webinar filled with best practices and simple steps to help your get noticed and attract customers.

WED
April
8
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Ready to turn your business into reality? This webinar untangles the startup process and guides you through 10 essential steps. We'll navigate licenses, taxes, business structure funding, and more with clear explanations and actions to take.

WED
April
8
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

An International Soccer event is coming to Kansas City bringing six matches, hundreds of thousands of international visitors, and billions of eyes on our city from June through July 2026. This is the single largest economic and cultural event in Kansas ...

THU
April
9
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Is networking stalling out your sales in business? Learn ways to leverage your talents, energy and network to gather more sales for your business in 2026.

THU
April
9
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Major global events like the World Cup create a surge of excitement, tourism, and local spending. In this session, you’ll learn how local businesses can use event-based marketing to attract tourists, sports fans, and local enthusiasts. We’ll cover ...

THU
April
9
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Search is changing fast. Customers are no longer finding local service businesses only through Google, they’re increasingly asking AI tools who to hire. In this practical, non-technical workshop, you’ll learn how local service businesses can stay ...

FRI
April
10
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Your business website is the hub for all your digital marketing. It's the place where people will come for first impressions and to find their next step with your business. For many business owners, building a website is a challenge — and it feels ...

TUE
April
14
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use.

WED
April
15
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Discuss the importance of having a business plan. Discuss the key items to have in a business plan.

THU
April
16
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

This presentation covers the cyber security fundamentals that all small business owners should understand and act on. Learn the common risk points that make most small businesses susceptible to a cyber-attack or data breach. Understand the risks and ...

THU
April
16
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Learn how to develop a successful quality pitch. This webinar will go through the basic concepts that are to be included in a pitch, how to structure your pitch deck, formatting your presentation, and how to incorporate your personal artistic and ...

THU
April
16
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

As a business grows, there becomes a need to add resources. For many startups, sub contracting is the way to go. The questions are: why should I do this, how should I do this, and what should I be aware of. We will also cover hiring employees and NOT ...

FRI
April
17
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
FRI
April
17
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Leverage Google to put your business directly in front of people seeking your products and services. Google Ads offers fast, cost-effective solutions for businesses of all sizes. Learn about: Setting up a free Google My Business profile What Google ...

SAT
April
18
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Running a business requires more than just a great idea—it takes strategy, financial literacy, and operational know-how. This workshop will provide new and existing entrepreneurs with an understanding of what is needed to build a sustainable business. ...

MON
April
20
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Dive into the world of strategic planning with easy-to-use visual tools designed to bring clarity to your business goals. Whether you're a startup or an established business, learn how to define your purpose, understand your customers' needs, and craft ...

MON
April
20
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

In this **FREE** Webinar. Learn how to understand, create and use your financial statements · Understanding Financial Statements: o Introduces the three main financial statements: the Income Statement (Profit and Loss), Balance Sheet and Cash Flow ...

TUE
April
21
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Learn how to use QuickBooks Online software to help manage your company's finances from anywhere using the cloud. This webinar covers setting up your company account, navigating the user interface, recording common transactions, and running reports to ...

TUE
April
21
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

In this **FREE Webinar** Learn about the many sources of funding your business. Traditional Loans: Overview of bank loans, lines of credit, and Small Business Administration (SBA) loans. What does a bank look for in a potential borrower? Equity ...

TUE
April
21
7:45 PM - 9:15 PM

**FREE Webinar** Where do your financial projections come from? Your knowledge of your business and industry, and your best estimates of what might happen. Purpose of Financial Projections: Use to plan, set realistic goals, and secure funding. Use as ...

WED
April
22
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Will your business idea make you money? This is one of the most important questions you need to answer before starting but can also be difficult to figure out. Let a seasoned business advisor walk you through the process and share some tips and tools ...

WED
April
22
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

April 22 6-8:30 Wine Tasting World Cup Style Location Village Travel 4255 North Ridge Road Wichita, KS 67205 $45.00 Per person plus tax A Wine Tasting World Cup! Taste 8 global wines blind, enjoy bites, keep a Riedel glass, and uncover a surprise ...

THU
April
23
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Build on the skills learned in the Beginners course and learn how to make the most of this cloud-based accounting software to manage your company's finances more efficiently. This webinar covers more complex concepts including setting up sales tax, ...

THU
April
23
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
THU
April
23
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Not sure which expenses qualify when using your home for business purposes? In this session, we’ll walk through the IRS requirements for claiming the home office deduction, how to calculate the appropriate business-use percentage, and the different ...

THU
April
23
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Join our informative workshop on how we define business professionalism for entrepreneurs, which expands beyond the traditional workplace. Gain insights into the traits and keys to being a great professional to enhance your business success. Register ...

THU
April
23
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

An International Soccer event is coming to Kansas City bringing six matches, hundreds of thousands of international visitors, and billions of eyes on our city from June through July 2026. This is the single largest economic and cultural event in Kansas ...

SAT
April
25
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Introducing our accelerated SHRM Certification Prep+ Boot Camp – an efficient way to round out your preparation for your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam. This intensive 3-day program distills the essential knowledge from the SHRM Learning System into a solid ...

SUN
April
26
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Learn about strategic cybersecurity governance of your business' operations, integrating risk, cybersecurity insurance, when to consider using a Managed Service Provider, asset management, training your staff members, and working toward a goal of ...

THU
April
30
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Take control of your business’s social media. This training will teach you how to plan content, stay consistent, connect with your audience, and manage your social platforms without needing a full-time social media manager.

THU
April
30
3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
THU
April
30
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

We would love for the community to join us as we celebrate one of our WIBA members, Miracle Signs, for their ribbon cutting and open house.

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SAT
May
2
10:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Come support student entrepreneurs as they pitch and grow their business at the Shocker New Venture Competition at Wichita State University. This event is open to the public. Learn more at wichita.edu/snvc

SAT
May
2
10:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Come support student entrepreneurs as they pitch and grow their business at the Shocker New Venture Competition at Wichita State University. This event is open to the public. Learn more at wichita.edu/snvc

TUE
May
5
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Your small business is growing! Let's get you ready to successfully hire and retain your first employee. Join us as we discuss required employee documentation, payroll, whether you can handle in-house or outsource, necessary tax reporting, and other ...

WED
May
6
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Whether you're selling jam at the farmers market, plating up street food from a truck, or dreaming of getting your product on grocery store shelves, Kansas has never been a better place to build a food business. In this informative workshop, an SBDC ...

THU
May
7
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Join the Small Business Administration and the Kansas Small Business Development Center at Wichita State for this unique Small Business Week Event. Connect with resources to help you start or grow your business. Learn how to Certify your business to ...

THU
May
7
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

WIBA Small Business Expo | Connecting Local Businesses & Community

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TUE
May
12
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

AI can be a powerful marketing assistant — but only if it reflects the identity and values of your business. In this session, we’ll introduce a practical way to define your business tone of voice and use it to guide AI, so your marketing stays aligned ...

WED
May
13
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

This training is presented in conjunction with the Kansas Department of Revenue and is devoted to explaining the differences between the Kansas Retailers' Sales Tax, the Kansas Retailers' Compensating Use Tax, and the Kansas Consumers Compensating Use ...

WED
May
13
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Ready to turn your business into reality? This webinar untangles the startup process and guides you through 10 essential steps. We'll navigate licenses, taxes, business structure funding, and more with clear explanations and actions to take.

WED
May
13
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

If you provide plumbing, carpentry, electrical, roofing, heating/air conditioning, landscaping, oil field services, etc., you'll want to attend this specialized in person training. Presented in conjunction with the Kansas Department of Revenue, we'll ...

THU
May
14
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Understand what AI can actually do for your business and the easiest tools to begin using today. This session will introduce practical AI tools that can help you save time, improve marketing, and streamline everyday business tasks. If you’re curious ...

THU
May
14
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

These presentations will showcase a number of strategies that will improve your overall credit score ranges. Credit scores can take a very long time to clean up; we will cover ways to expedite better scores so you can be ready for capital injections ...

THU
May
14
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Discover how Instagram can support your business. This beginner-friendly training covers profile setup, content ideas, hashtags, and simple strategies to start building your audience.

TUE
May
19
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Discuss the importance of having a business plan. Discuss the key items to have in a business plan.

TUE
May
19
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Are you a local small business curious about working with the City of Wichita? The Kansas SBDC at WSU hosts Chris Haislett, Contract Compliance Officer, in this session to gain firsthand knowledge on how to become a vendor with the City of Wichita, the ...

TUE
May
19
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Learn the fundamentals of trademarks and how they protect your brand. This session will cover what trademarks are, how to search existing marks, the basics of the registration process, and common mistakes small businesses should avoid.

WED
May
27
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Success isn't just about having a great idea—it's about knowing where that idea fits. This presentation connects the dots between industry trends and market realities to reveal the true potential of your opportunity.

THU
May
28
12:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Are you getting engagement on social media but seeing no change in your sales? A "like" is a compliment, but a DM is an opportunity. In this beginner-friendly session, we move past the algorithm and focus on the "social" side of social media. Learn how ...

THU
May
28
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

This presentation will cover and highlight the biggest tax reform changes in recent years. Information regarding 1099’s, Qualified Business Income Deduction and New Bonus depreciation limits for S-Corps, LLCs and Sole Proprietors.

FRI
May
29

Wichita Riverfest celebrates it's 54th year of celebrating the city we love with music, events, fireworks, parade, community pride and more. With just one button, enjoy 9 days of fun!

MON
June
1
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Are you in high school or a recent graduate? This course is available at no cost to you. **This boot camp is for individuals 17–20 years of age. Prior to registering, Please complete this form.** This program is an intensive, accelerated version of ...

WED
June
3
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Ready to turn your business into reality? This webinar untangles the startup process and guides you through 10 essential steps. We'll navigate licenses, taxes, business structure funding, and more with clear explanations and actions to take.

THU
June
4
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Learn how to use LinkedIn to grow your professional network and strengthen your business presence. This session will cover profile optimization, content strategies, networking tips, and ways to connect with potential clients and partners.

MON
June
8
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Are you in high school or a recent graduate? This course is available at no cost to you. This boot camp is for individuals 17–19 years of age. This 4-day, 32-hour boot camp will give you insight on floor covering basics and trends while giving you the ...

TUE
June
9
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

This presentation is designed to outline the key tax considerations and responsibilities for all employers concerning withholding, depositing, and reporting requirements. The topics we will cover include: Classifying workers as employees vs. ...

THU
June
11
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Clean data, build reports, and automate spreadsheets in minutes instead of hours. In this hands-on session, you’ll learn how Microsoft Copilot can clean messy data, build reports, and automate spreadsheet tasks in minutes instead of hours. If you rely ...

MON
June
22
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Prepare to earn your FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate in this intensive one-week training boot camp at Butler Community College. This hands-on course is designed to help participants successfully pass the FAA Part 107 Commercial Drone (UAS) Pilot ...

MON
August
24
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

This program is an intensive, accelerated version of our traditional Fiber Optic training program, equipping you with 3 Fiber Optic Association sanctioned Certifications in 5 Days. No prior experience necessary. This five-day boot camp includes our ...

MON
August
24
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Butler Community College's Career & Workforce Education Dept. is excited to introduce a groundbreaking dog grooming course powered by Groom Curriculum, designed to set students on a path to success in the rapidly growing pet care industry. This ...

TUE
September
1
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

This intensive 13-week online program combines expert instruction with the most comprehensive and effective way to prepare for success on your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam. The interactive SHRM Certification Prep System is a personalized roadmap to help ...

MON
November
9
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

This program is an intensive, accelerated version of our traditional Fiber Optic training program, equipping you with 3 Fiber Optic Association Sanctioned Certifications in 5 Days. No prior experience necessary. This five-day boot camp includes our ...

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