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2027 CEC Conference-Garnett,Ks

Organized by Kansas Department of Commerce

The Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities (CEC) conference is designed for small business owners, dreamers, and entrepreneur support organizations, offering an opportuni...

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Dates: Jun 23-25, 2027
Location: Garnett, KS
Deadline: -
Attendees: 500
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About this conference

The Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities (CEC) conference is designed for small business owners, dreamers, and entrepreneur support organizations, offering an opportunity to be inspired and reinvigorated. It aims to expand equitable entrepreneurial capacity by sharing knowledge, tools, and resources with Kansans. The event emphasizes an immersive experience, with workshops hosted in various local businesses and empty buildings within walking distance, allowing for networking and exploration of the community. Attendees will gain tools and strategies to grow businesses, reach customers, and navigate marketing or legal challenges. Professionals from economic development, business, arts and culture, government, philanthropy, the nonprofit sector, and education will find valuable insights for supporting local businesses and entrepreneurial development in communities.

Sponsorship options

Sponsorships are available at various levels: Meal Sponsor ($3,000), Platinum Sponsor ($1,000), Gold Sponsor ($500), Silver Sponsor ($250), and Bronze Sponsor ($100). Benefits vary by level and include recognition on the website, social media, printed materials, from the podium, and on signage. Higher tiers offer complimentary registrations (3 for Meal, 2 for Platinum, 1 for Gold), opportunities to introduce keynote speakers, and an exhibitor table at the event. The Meal Sponsor also receives special recognition and signage at the conference. Sponsorships are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, with limited booth spaces and keynote speaker slots available.