Below are the networking events for the week of January 7-13 in the Kansas City area. As always, if you know about other career fairs, meetings or events that would benefit job seekers, please send a note to markvanbaale@gmail.com. Thank you.
It is my hope that the information provided on this blog will help you to find a new job or make connections with people at the various networking events. Remember, there is also a Marketing/Social Media Job Leads page where new jobs are posted every day or every other day.
You can also follow @kcjobseekers or @markvanbaale on Twitter to get the latest updates.
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Monday, January 7
Christian Business Connections Network Meeting
Location:
Country Club Cafe
21911 West 66th St.
Shawnee, KS
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Time: 9:00am – 10:30am
Join us! It is an all-inclusive and non-denominational group and our focus is networking/friendship/outreach.
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Job Search Confidence: Lessons Learned from 5 Years of Observing Job Seekers and Career Experts Webinar
Time: 11:00am – Noon CST
Join ILostMyJob.com CEO James Beal Monday for a fast-paced job search brainstorming session and pep talk.
This new and innovative webcast will include quick, point-and-shoot descriptions of certain job search situations, followed by advice about useful and effective things job seekers can do.
- How to know what is important.
- The best resumes, profiles, and marketing materials.
- How to pick up new skills quickly.
- Ways to save time and eliminate mistakes.
- How to stay motivated and confident.
- Spending money and resources wisely.
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TEDxCrossroads Weekly Meeting
Location:
AIA Kansas City
1801 McGee St.
Kansas City, MO
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Time: 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Free to attend.
TEDxCrossroads is a weekly, hour long TEDx salon hosted Mondays at AIA Kansas City – 1801 McGee. Our focus is conversation, the community exchange that happens after watching a TEDtalk. Our format is simple: watch one 20 min recorded talk, have a 40 minute conversation.
More Information about TEDxCrossroads on Facebook
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Monday Geek Night
Location:
Tannin Wine Bar & Kitchen
1526 Walnut St.
Kansas City, MO
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Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm
What is Monday Geek Night? It is a weekly Monday night gathering of geeks who enjoy topics including, but not limited to, application and web development (code of all kinds), entrepreneurship, gaming, marketing, design, movies, the current state of all things tech, and usually beer and other cocktails. This Meetup is very much unstructured – feel free to come and geek out on just about ANYTHING. Laptops more than welcome.
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#JobHuntChat on Twitter
Time: 9:00pm – 10:00pm CST
Job Hunt Chat is a community where job seekers, recruiters, human resource professionals, career coaches, and hiring managers can connect. Discussion/questions shared on Twitter.com using the hashtag #JobHuntChat.
Here is how you can participate in this chat:
1. Search for hashtag #JobHuntChat on Twitter when the chat starts at 9pm CST.
2. Introduce yourself when the chat begins.
3. Read, ask questions, comment, re-tweet. Participate!
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Tuesday, January 8
KC Chamber Small Business Networking Event
Location:
The Board Room at Union Station (next to Pierpont’s)
30 West Pershing Rd.
Kansas City, MO
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Time: 7:15am – 10:00am
Cost: Advance Members, Advance Non-members, and Guests: $18.00
Increase your business opportunities at this monthly small business networking event with more than 150 other KC professionals – from small to large businesses, government reps, and business resource providers. This month’s program topic is “How to utilize Chamber memberships.”
Breakfast and networking begins at 7:15 a.m., two-minute company presenters begin at 8 a.m., panel discussion begins at 8:45 a.m.
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Power Chics Power Coffee Meeting
Location:
Little Monkey Bizness
12219 Shawnee Mission Parkway
Shawnee, KS
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Time: 8:00am – 9:00am
The Power Chics Power Coffee is a new venue for the person who prefers to meet in the morning. We will meet at 8 AM and get to know each other with introductions and a discussion topic.
Power Chics is a personal growth organization, developed by women and for women. Power Chics is dedicated to helping “chics” from all professional arenas grow and develop, both personally and professionally. Come see what we are about.
Please do register for this event so we have an idea of how many to expect.
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Biz2Biz Connect Networking Meetings
First Tuesday Morning Meeting Info:
Location:
Edward Jones Office
5725 Nieman Rd., Suite D
Shawnee, KS
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North of Johnson Drive on the East side of the street. If using the North parking lot, park on the East side of the lot only. More parking available across the street to the West and to the North.
Time: 8:00am – 9:00am
$5.00 entry. Job seekers and Non-profit staff can come for free. Coffee and hot tea is provided.
Second Tuesday Morning Meeting Info:
Location:
Scooter’s Coffeehouse
11106 Antioch Road
Overland Park, KS
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Time: 11:30am – 12:30pm
$5.00 entry. Job seekers and Non-profit staff can come for free.
More Information about the Group
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How to Build Social Networks Fast with Martin Yate Webinar
Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm CST
The fastest, easiest, way to find a job is with networking, the only problem is that your networks don’t work, you have always been too busy doing your job to build networks. You joined LinkedIn and Facebook but they don’t seem to be delivering much. What can you do?
You get: 60 mins of cutting-edge networking tactics plus 30 mins of Q&A with Martin Yate CPC, world-renowned networking expert, NY Times bestseller of the world famous Knock Em Dead books, author of 14 career books in 62 foreign language editions. There is no one in career management today with deeper knowledge, or better credentials.
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Kansas City Networking & Referrals Group Meeting
Location:
Gambino’s Pizza
8725 Bourgade Street
Lenexa, KS
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Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm
Cost: $10.00 for guests
Meet other Business owners and talk about your goals for 2013.
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Re-Think Your Job Search for 2013 with Donna Fedor Webinar
Time: 11:30am – 1:30pm CST
This webinar teaches you to take your power back on your job search and everywhere in your life.
Learn how you can use simple systems that allow you to be effective on your job search using a proven process that can turn any frustration and obstacle into an opportunity – on the spot!
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Career Search Strategies 2.0 Webinar
Time: Noon – 3:00pm CST
Join the Top Recommended Career Coach on LinkedIn, Dieter Hertling, for the most cutting-edge job search tools and strategies for today’s professional. A service of Emprove’s Career Search Strategies 2.0.
This high-energy web event will provide you with the most innovative and powerful techniques in:
- Personal/Professional Branding
- Career Search Marketing and Networking
- Resume Design and Effectiveness
- Resume Keyword Optimization for the ATS
- SEO, Keyword and Website Marketing
- Professional Career Website Development
- Social Media Marketing (including LinkedIn Optimization)
- Interview Package Design and Presentation
- Interview Facilitation
Please note that this is a LIVE event and will not recorded for future playback.
This is not an “info-mercial” and will provide you with DETAILED, step-by-step instruction and live Q&A to maximize your career search branding and marketing in today’s challenging job market.
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Career Investment Group (Job Club) Meeting
Location:
Johnson County Community College
142 Regnier Center
12345 College Blvd.
Overland Park, KS
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Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
The mission of the JCCC job club is to provide job seekers and those in career transition an environment of support and an opportunity for networking.
Pre-registration is not required and participation does not cost. Dress is business casual to casual.
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Project Change Challenge Kick-off & Team Expo
Location:
Eden Alley Cafe
707 W. 47th St.
Kansas City, MO
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Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Interested in making a difference, but not sure how to get started? This is a great opportunity for you! Project Change is a local non-profit that has a community service challenge, where you can be part of something BIG, in your own way.
20 KC non-profits will be on hand to tell you about their needs for 2013!
Call or email beverly@projectchange-kc.o
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Kansas City Young Professionals Networking Happy Hour
Location:
Maloney’s
7201 West 79th St.
Overland Park, KS
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Time: 6:00pm
We are a networking society for people both young and young-at-heart in Kansas City. Join us for our regular Happy Hours and other events where you can come and mingle with other professionals. All events are open to everyone including spouses and friends – the more the merrier.
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Missouri Feet-Up Network Meeting
Location:
Minsky’s Pizza
427 Main Street
Kansas City, MO
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Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Feeling a bit overwhelmed, or drained? “Finding Your ‘Right’ Mix: Balancing the Two Sides of Your Scale” Business Coach Dean Long, will discuss work/life balance, and how to get realigned!
Feet-Up Network is a group of business professionals who like to get together, kick their feet-up and have a drink together.
We usually have around 10-20 people at these meetings. Members say that it helps them build relationships. Come on out and have a drink, meet some new friends and forge some great partnerships.
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Career Wake Up Call Teleseminar
Free to attend. Hosted by Abby Kohut from Absolutely Abby.
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm CST
Your career needs a wake up call! Join the lively twice monthly teleseminars for answers to your job search and career development questions.
If you are in job search mode or in anything less than your perfect career, you can’t afford to miss these call.
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Wednesday, January 9
Linking Sales Professionals Networking Breakfast Event
Location:
Embassy Suites
10601 Metcalf Ave.
Overland Park, KS
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Time: 7:00am – 8:30am
Cost: $25.00 in advance (includes breakfast buffet). Registration is required.
The same amazing networking opportunities you know, with emphasis on speakers and hands on learning that will specifically benefit savvy SALES Professionals! This event is designed to add even MORE value to your networking ROI by creating a comfortable environment where SALES PROFESSIONALS excel.
TOPIC: The BANK Personality Sales System® presented by Cathy Weaver Profile your prospect and increase sales up to 300%!- Network with some of the finest professionals from across the nation and learn sales techniques from the best of the best.
- Leave this event with tools that will help you create and foster business relationships that work.
Networking Breakfast Agenda:
6:45: Check in, network, breakfast
7:30: Organized program/speaker/activity
8:20: Questions, announcements, networking
8:30: Event close
More Information and Registration
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Overland Park Chamber of Commerce Wednesday Wake Up – Networking Event
Location:
Sam’s Club Overland Park
8300 West 135th St.
Overland Park, KS
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Time: 8:00am – 9:00am
Cost: $10.00 for non-members
Start your work day off right by networking with your business colleagues at Wednesday Wake-up. You’ll enjoy casual mingling, breakfast foods, brief updates and the opportunity to win fabulous door prizes.
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Networking Workshop with Alan Muller
Location:
Jewish Community Center
Multi Activity Room (White Theatre entrance)
5801 W. 115th St.
Overland Park, KS
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Time: 8:30am –10:00am
Cost: $18.00 (includes breakfast, workshop materials, and a copy of Alana’s book Coffee Lunch Coffee)
Alana Muller will share an overview of her concept, Coffee Lunch Coffee, an accessible, relevant, immediate actionable approach to professional networking for anybody interested in advancing their career and building social relationships.
During the workshop, you will:
- Identify key connectors in your network.
- Consider others who you wish to add to your network.
- Determine types of companies you would like to become acquainted with.
- Outline your “non-negotiables,” the factors most important in your personal value set and around which you plan to build your network and career.
Register by calling The Jewish Community Center at 913-327-8000
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1 Million Cups Program for Entrepreneurs
Location:
Kauffman Labs
4801 Rockhill Road
Kansas City, MO
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Time: 9:00am – 10:00am
Kauffman Labs for Enterprise Creation created 1 Million Cups (1MC) as a simple way to engage entrepreneurs in the Kansas City community. Each week, the 1MC program offers two local upstarts an opportunity to present their companies to a diverse audience of mentors, advisors, and entrepreneurs.
The program takes place every Wednesday morning from 9:00-10:00am in Kauffman Labs. So if you’re interested in being involved with the 1 Million Cups program sign up, show up, help someone startup by offering your thoughts, questions, and advice.
Kauffman Foundation goes national with 1 Million Cups pitch event
This week, @artistinckc and @rarewire will present.
Watch the Program Live starting at 8:50 am CST.
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How to Get More Job Interviews Webinar – Hosted by Martin Yate
Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm CST
Need more job interviews? Of course, but the old tactics don’t work anymore. You need job search tactics that will get you more interviews.
Learning how to get job interviews is crucial to your financial survival and to your long-term career success. Face facts: no interviews, no job offers.
You get: 60 minutes of personal resume coaching plus 30 mins of Q & A with Martin Yate CPC, world-renowned resume expert, NY Times bestseller of the world famous Knock Em Dead books, author of 14 career books in 62 foreign language editions.
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Biz2Biz Connect Networking Meeting
Wednesday Morning Meeting Info:
Location:
Scooter’s Coffeehouse
11106 Antioch Road
Overland Park, KS
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Time: 11:30am – 12:30pm
$5.00 entry. Job seekers and Non-profit staff can come for free.
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Landing a Great Job After 40 Webinar
Time: 2:00pm – 3:30pm CST
Finding a job is tough for anyone nowadays, but it’s particularly hard if you are 40 or older. Despite the difficulty, landing a great, well-paying job after 40 is possible … if you take steps to improve your odds.
In this free webinar led by Kathy Bernard, you’ll discover 50 ways to improve your chances of getting hired (and we’ll even send you all of the tips in an easy, printable format so you can get started implementing them right away).
In this fast paced FREE 60 minute webinar, you will discover how to:
- Position yourself as the solution to a company’s problems.
- Play up your strengths and shore up your weaknesses.
- Identify organizations that actively seek out seasoned workers.
- Convince younger hiring managers that your experience is a plus and not a threat.
- Demonstrate your passion, vitality and accomplishments in a way will impress hiring companies and much, much more.
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PowerHouse Women PowerHour Event
Location:
BMO Harris Bank – Eastland Branch
18811 East Valley View Parkway
Independence, MO
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Time: 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Cost: $5.00
Are you a woman executive who lives, works or does business in Eastern Jackson County, Missouri? Would you like to connect with other ladies in similar positions to share resources and support for driving business in our community? If so, plug in to Powerhouse.
Join us Wednesday, January 9th from 4:30 to 5:30 at BMO Harris Bank – Eastland Branch (40 Hwy & Vallley View Pkwy). We will ring in the new year with a “Power Source” presentation and group discussion designed to inspire us all for a powerful 2013. Space is limited, so please be sure to RSVP. There will be a $5 charge to cover meeting expenses.
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StartFEST by Boost Lee’s Summit
(hat tip to @thatjobguy for link)
Location:
University of Central Missouri Summit Campus, Door 54
850 NW Chipman Road
Lee’s Summit, MO
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Free to attend.
Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm
StartFEST is coming to Lee’s Summit. This high energy event is a must see for anyone who has seen the TV show SharkTank. Throughout the evening 10 entrepreneurs from the BOOST Lees Summit program will be demonstrating their innovations and ultimately conducting a 60 second live pitch for their business concept. This is your chance to see live the area’s business up-and-comers.
Complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks will be served with a selection of hors d’oeuvres to ticketed guests. Tickets are free and should be ordered online.
Boost Lee’s Summit is a community-wide effort to attract, create, support and accelerate new and existing businesses with the city of Lee’s Summit and eastern Jackson County. An integrated, systematic community ecosystem, BOOST LS connects you with the resources necessary for you to succeed.
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American Business Women’s Association Event: Presentation Skills
Location:
Bacchanalia Private Dining
12450 Newton St.
Overland Park, KS
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Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm
5:45- 6:30: Networking
6:30: Dinner
7:00: Speaker followed by business meeting
Cost: $18.00 for guests
Join us on January 9 when we present motivational speaker, trainer and coach, Barbara Teicher, as she unlocks the “not so secret” skills to speaking like a pro… whether you are or not!
What makes other speakers look so confident and professional? How do they keep your attention? Why do I want to listen to them and what can I do so people want to listen to me too?
Reservations Required by Close of Business on Monday, January 7
For more info, contact ABWAMoKan@gmail.com or call or 913-890-3466.
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Crossroads Career Network Meeting on Interview Strategy
Location:
Woods Chapel United Methodist
4725 Northeast Lakewood Way
Lee’s Summit, MO
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Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
No cost to attend.
Many of our job search activities are focused on getting an opportunity to interview. This month we’re going to talk about how you can go into your interview prepared and confident. Some of the topics we’ll address include:
- Interview preparation.
- Making a great first impression.
- Handling the difficult questions.
- Dealing with a bad interviewer.
- Group interviews.
- Turning a question / answer session into a conversation.
- Going for the close.
- How to appropriately follow up.
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Thursday, January 10
Biz2Biz Connect Networking Meeting
Thursday Morning Meeting Info:
Location:
Fig Tree Cafe
817 NE Rice Rd.
Lee’s Summit, MO
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(East outer Rd of 291 Hwy between 50 Hwy & I-470 across from Office Max & next to the BP gas station)
Time: 8:30am – 9:30am
$5.00 entry. Job seekers and Non-profit staff can come for free.
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How to Connect with Decision Makers and Secure Interviews Workshop presented by New Landings
Location:
New Landings HQ
11320 W. 79th St.
Lenexa, KS 66214
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Free to attend.
Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
Ray Ruecker, Managing Director of Connect 5000, will share his expertise and experience on the following topics:
- How to write an effective email or letter that gets a response
- The power of LinkedIn – how to find decision makers (title, contact information, etc.)
- The power of Jigsaw – how to find executive decision maker’s email addresses and direct phone numbers
- How to leave effective voice mails that get callbacks for interviews or appointments
- Practical tips for individuals looking to launch their own business.
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Olathe Chamber Coffee meeting
Location this week:
Prairie Life Fitness
13655 South Alden St.
Olathe, KS
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Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
Open to job seekers to attend free of charge
Opportunity to mingle with Olathe area business owners and network to your next job. Expect to meet 150-250 people. There is a special sign-up area so job hunters and employers can meet.
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Get Hired Fast with LinkedIN Insider Secrets Webinar
Time: 10:00am – Noon CST
In this FREE 90 minute Webinar Training You’ll Discover:
- Why you MUST be on LinkedIn to get hired fast in 2012
- The 3 Proven Strategies to use on LinkedIn to Get Hired…Fast
- How to avoid positioning yourself as a Desperate Job Seeker who no one wants to hire
- The Single Most Important thing you can do to overcome gaps in your employment
- Stop collecting worthless connections and get your phone ringing on LinkedIn
- How to get & use LinkedIn’s newest secret weapon – LinkedIn SIGNAL
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LinkedIn for the Job Seeker Webinar
Time: 11:00am – Noon CST
Learn strategies and best practices to leverage LinkedIn at every stage of your job search.
Lindsey Pollak, bestselling career advice author and LinkedIn spokesperson, will show you how to:
- Build a profile that attracts recruiters and hiring managers
- Find more opportunities by expanding your professional network
- Send your resume to the top of the applicant list
- Learn about the features included with Job Seeker Premium
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How to Turn Interviews into Offers with Martin Yate Webinar
Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm CST
You need interviews to get job offers. And then you need to out perform all of your competition at the interviews to win the job offer.
This ability to turn job interviews into job offers is the most important professional skill you can develop. However, you have less experience going to job interviews and successfully turning them into job offers, than anything else you do in life.
You get: 60 minutes of personal resume coaching plus 30 mins of Q & A with Martin Yate CPC, world-renowned resume expert, NY Times bestseller of the world famous Knock Em Dead books, author of 14 career books in 62 foreign language editions.
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Social Media Club of Kansas City January Pro Lunch: Social Media and the Future of Agencies
Location:
Barkley
1740 Main St.
Kansas City, MO
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Time: Noon – 1:00pm
Cost (includes catered lunch):
SMCKC Member: $25.00
SMCKC Non-Member: $35.00
How does social media work in a modern agency?
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Career Investment Group (Job Club) Meeting
Location:
Johnson County Community College
142 Regnier Center
12345 College Blvd.
Overland Park, KS
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Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
The mission of the JCCC job club is to provide job seekers and those in career transition an environment of support and an opportunity for networking.
Pre-registration is not required and participation does not cost. Dress is business casual to casual.
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Northland Kansas City Young Professionals Networking Event
(hat tip to @thatjobguy for link)
Location:
Piropo’s Piano Bar – Briarcliff Village
4141 N. Mulberry Drive
Kansas City, MO
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Free to attend.
Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Join us for food, drinks and a great time at the Northland Young Professionals New Year, New Group, New Connections Networking Event!
Young professionals under 40 who live or work in the Northland are encouraged to attend. Feel free to bring a friend (or five) to network and learn more about this brand new organization!
Free appetizers and one drink ticket per person will be provided.
For more information, contact Brianna Hernandez at info@NorthlandYP.com.
Follow Northland Young Professionals on Twitter: @NorthlandYP
Connect with Northland Young Professionals on Facebook
Northland Young Professionals aims to provide young leaders in the Kansas City Northland an opportunity to grow professionally while building lasting connections through networking events, educational opportunities and service projects.
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Friday, January 11
Northland Kansas City Social Media Club Inaugural Meeting
Location:
Platte County Resource Center
11724 NW Plaza Circle
Kansas City, MO
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Time: 8:00am – 9:00am
Free to attend.
You do not have to live in the Northland to attend these meetings. Coffee will be provided.
To kick-off the inaugural meeting, we have secured Vicki S. Cannon of Cannon Social Media as the keynote speaker. Ms. Cannon will present Social Media Marketing: The basics that won’t stress you.
The goal of the NSMC (Northland Social Media Club) is to foster a community in the Kansas City Northland that serves as a resource for learning about emerging social media trends, tools, technologies, strategies and opportunities.
For more information contact us at: northlandsocialmediaclub@g
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Biz2Biz Connect Networking Meeting
Location:
City Union Mission (Executive Offices Chamber Room)
1100 E. 11th St.
Kansas City, MO
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Time: 8:30am – 10:00am
No cost to attend.
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#HFChat (#HireFriday Chat) on Twitter
Time: 11:00 am – Noon CST
#HireFriday is the only stream on twitter that focuses solely on job seekers strengths, knowledge and abilities. Discussion/questions shared on Twitter.com using the hashtag #HFChat
Here is how you can participate in this chat:
1. Sign up for Twitter if you are not already on Twitter.
2. Search for hashtag #HFChat when the chat starts at 11am CST.
3. Introduce yourself when the chat begins.
4. Read, ask questions, comment, re-tweet. Participate!
More information on #HFChat and Hire Friday
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KCK Area Chamber of Commerce First Friday Focus
Location:
Dave and Buster’s Kansas City
1843 Village West Pkwy. #201
Kansas City, KS
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Time: 11:45am – 1:00pm
Cost: $30 for non-members
You’ve probably heard about the Kansas City Startup Village (KCSV), because it’s been featured in the local and national news lately. But what is it and where is it?
Learn more about this Kansas City entrepreneur-led initiative at the KCK Area Chamber of Commerce First Friday Focus on Jan. 11. Matthew Marcus and Adam Arredondo, co founders of Local Ruckus and one of KC Startup Village’s founding companies, will tell you more about the vision to help make Kansas City a premier startup city in America.
More Information and to Register
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Venture Friday Happy Hour: Speed Meet
Location:
Red Nova Labs
4830 Rainbow Blvd.
Westwood, KS
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Time: 4:00pm
Free to attend.
We’re ringing in 2013 with our popular Speed Meeting format. With 50 or more conversations taking place in under 2 hours, you’re sure to find that special someone to help with your startup dreams. Four people per group… Each person has one minute to talk, followed by two minutes for group Q&A, then we switch. Afterward you’ll have up to an hour of casual chat time as usual.
Bring plenty of business cards; you may meet more than one lucky man or woman you’ll want to join in a long-term business relationship. We also encourage you to keep an open mind; just because someone isn’t “the one” you’re looking for today doesn’t mean you can’t be friends and share expertise/connections down the road. Get ready to make some great first impressions. Overuse of cologne not encouraged, but optional. Doors open at 4. Speed meeting starts at 5.
Registration and More Details (Waitlist in affect)
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