Events Preview: Forward to the Future, Brews & Big Ideas
August 13, 2015 | Andrea Essner
There are a boatload of entrepreneurial events hosted in Kansas City on a weekly basis. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, supporter or curious Kansas Citian, we’d recommend these upcoming events for you.
WEEKLY EVENT PREVIEW
Disruption Institute Demo Day
When: August 13 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Where: The Disruption Institute
This Kansas City code school is going to help change the future – join us at the Demo Day to be a part of the celebration & help move KC forward.
Forward to the Future
When: August 18 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Where: Grand Street Cafe
This summer marks the third anniversary of Kansas City’s Digital Playbook and the birth of KC Digital Drive. On the table at this exciting event: closing the digital divide, fueling innovation to drive the economy and highlighting Kansas City as a global leader in technology for positive impact.
Summer in the Sand
When: August 19 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Where: Sprint Accelerator
Join this panel of distinguished and successful business owners from the Kansas City area who will share stories on the creative ways they secured their first customers and how that impacted their ability to secure important early investors.
Brews & Big Ideas
When: August 19 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Where: Google Fiber Space Lounge
You’re invited to Brews & Big Ideas, an opportunity to hear firsthand from Google Fiber Product Directors Adam Smith and Dennis Trooper.
KCWiT TechTalk- Assessing Your Value
When: August 19 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Where: Balance Innovations
Whether moving into a new job or negotiating the terms of your existing job, it is necessary that you assess your value to get the most out of your negotiations.
KC Roundtable Breakfast
When: August 20 @ 7:30 am – 9:00 am
Where: Eggtc.
KC Roundtable is a group of 20 and 30-something Kansas City entrepreneurs who meet regularly to support and collaborate with each other. Join us for coffee, eggs and conversation!
The Lean Lab Monthly Happy Hour
When: August 20 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Where: Harry’s in Westport
What challenges do you, your school, or your district/network face this year? Share challenges and connect with others to find potential solutions.
ONGOING EVENTS
Don’t miss out on the events that happen every week at the same time, in the same place.
Code for America Hack Night @ Sprint Accelerator
Mondays from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
1 Million Cups @ Kauffman Foundation, Lawrence & KC Live Stream
Wednesdays from 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Coworking Wednesdays @ Sprint Accelerator
Wednesdays from 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
Hammerspace Open House @ Hammerspace
Thursdays from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
LOOKING AHEAD
Startup Grind: Sherry Turner (Women’s Capital Connection)
When: August 26 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Where: Village Square Coworking Studio
Join us for food, drink and fantastic discussion as Sherry tells us about her journey and perspective on entrepreneurship, investing and empowering women to chase their dreams.
Techweek Kansas City
When: September 14 – September 20
Where: Union Station
As a weeklong celebration of technology and innovation, Techweek hosts events that engage and excite in every way imaginable. Get your tickets now!
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