Overland Park Chamber: 4 Small Business Resources In Overland Park

Overland Park KS

05 May, 2022

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Press release from the Overland Park Chamber of Commerce: May 2, 2022 We'd know because we're helping Overland Park business daily and especially during Small Business Appreciation Week! Our Chamber team collaborated to compile a list of free business resources for local firms. These tools are intended to assist small and mid-sized businesses alike in gaining the information, resources, and networking opportunities for a successful business start-up and long-term entrepreneurial success in the ever-growing Overland Park and Kansas City metro. Here are some resources that can be helpful to businesses at all stages: KCSourceLink assists aspiring start-ups and established small businesses in Kansas City in find the appropriate business resource to begin, expand, and thrive. It promotes local stories of "Entrepreneurs in Action," has an excellent online Learning Center, and even a "Shop Local" business directory where you can feature your company. We also recommend you subscribe to the organization's blog, which includes quality pieces not only from its team but also from local industry professionals. The Enterprise Center in Johnson County (ECJC) is a non-profit center that offers entrepreneur training, mentorship, and capital connections to Kansas City innovators. The Fountain Innovation Fund (seed), Mid-America Angels Investment Network (angel), Women's Capital Connection (seed), Growth Mentoring Service, and Women's Business Center are all housed at the ECJC. Whether you're just getting started or looking to expand your business, the ECJC is a reliable source for navigating the myriad resources accessible to entrepreneurs and startups. SCORE's Kansas City chapter assists small business entrepreneurs by providing mentors, resources, and field knowledge. SCORE has more than 65 local volunteers and offer free mentoring, local courses, and a comprehensive online resource library. You can also search local mentor profiles to find a mentor who can provide the expertise you require in your present schedule. NetWork Kansas is cultivates resources to develop and expand small businesses in Kansas in promoting an entrepreneurial climate. As a statewide network of non-profit business resources, NetWork Kansas supports entrepreneurs and small business owners in starting and growing successful businesses. Whether its raising capital, training programs, mentorship, or a resource navigator there are plenty of organizations ready to assist small to mid-sized businesses locally. To learn more about these resources and more resources open to business go to our resources page or on website. This press release was produced by the Overland Park Chamber of Commerce. The views expressed here are the author's own.