{"id":34264,"date":"2025-09-02T13:38:29","date_gmt":"2025-09-02T18:38:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wbdc.org\/?post_type=tribe_events&p=34264"},"modified":"2025-10-02T13:38:54","modified_gmt":"2025-10-02T18:38:54","slug":"2025-kc-empowerment-summit-from-connection-to-collaboration-building-impactful-corporate-and-small-business-relationships","status":"publish","type":"tribe_events","link":"https:\/\/www.wbdc.org\/en\/event\/2025-kc-empowerment-summit-from-connection-to-collaboration-building-impactful-corporate-and-small-business-relationships\/","title":{"rendered":"2025 KC Empowerment Summit: From Connection to Collaboration – Building Impactful Corporate and Small Business Relationships"},"content":{"rendered":"

You\u2019re Invited!<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Strong partnerships between corporations and small businesses are essential for driving innovation and economic growth. At the <\/span>KC Empowerment Summit<\/span><\/b>, this impactful session will explore the <\/span>practical tools and strategies<\/span><\/b> that foster successful collaborations<\/span><\/b>\u2014and spotlight real-world success stories that prove what is possible. Whether you’re looking to initiate, strengthen, or scale your partnerships, this session will provide actionable insights and inspiration to help you build impactful relationships that last.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Cap off the session with a <\/span>dynamic networking opportunity<\/span><\/b>, where you’ll connect directly with corporate procurement teams and fellow small business leaders to spark new partnerships and explore growth opportunities.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Morning Session: 10:15am \u2013 12:15pm CT <\/span><\/b>(open to all \u2013 80 attendee seats available)\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

10:15 – 10:30 <\/span><\/i>| Registration\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

10:30 – 10:40 <\/span><\/i>| Welcome Remarks\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

10:40 – 11:30 | <\/span><\/i>Panel: Empowered Partnerships: Unlocking the Potential of Corporate\u2013Small Business Collaboration\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

In today\u2019s evolving business landscape, collaboration between corporations and small businesses is a powerful driver of innovation and shared success. This session will explore how strategic partnerships can fuel growth, promote inclusive development, and overcome common barriers. Discover real-world insights, proven practices for building trust, and stories from leaders redefining cross-scale collaboration.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

11:30 – 12:15<\/span><\/i> | Corporate Partner Procurement Tables & Networking<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

12:15 <\/span><\/i>| Closing Remarks<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Parking<\/strong>
\nPlease use parking across the street (on permitted floors) or please use street parking.<\/p>\n

Corporate Partners<\/h4>\n
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