Ennovation Center | Nonprofit Business Incubator

Join Us for a Sweet Celebration – Ribbon Cutting for Nonnie’s Shaved Ice Treats!
2026-04-30 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Tractor Supply Independence, 2210 Rte 291, Independence, MO, 64057
We’re excited to invite you to celebrate one of our newest Ennovation Center clients—Nonnie’s Shaved Ice Treats Food Truck—at their official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony! 🎉
📍 Location: Tractor Supply Parking Lot (23rd St & 291 Hwy, Independence, MO 64055)
📅 Date: Thursday, April 30
⏰ Time: 4:00 – 5:00 PM
✂️ Ribbon Cutting: 4:15 PM
This is an official Independence Chamber of Commerce event, and we’d love to see strong support from our Ennovation Center community!
Nonnie’s is serving up Hawaiian-style shaved ice—light, fluffy ice topped with delicious natural flavors. And if you really want to treat yourself, you can add creamy Shatto Milk Co. ice cream for an extra sweet experience 🍧
Following the ribbon cutting, the owner will share the story behind the business—so come out, connect, and celebrate this exciting milestone!
If you’d like to learn more about the event, visit:
https://business.ichamber.biz/events/
Let’s show up and support one of our own!

Ennovation Center Gathering at Missouri Women in Business Advocacy Day
2026-03-31 11:00 - 13:00 | Governors Office Building, 200 Madison St, Jefferson City, 65101, United States
🔹 Ennovation Center Gathering (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
The Ennovation Center has reserved a private conference room near the Capitol cafeteria from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM for a focused, relationship-driven gathering.
This gathering is part of Missouri Women in Business Advocacy Day. Attendees are encouraged to register separately for the 9:00 AM statewide program.
Learn more about the full Advocacy Day schedule here:
Missouri Women in Business Advocacy Day

During our session, you’ll hear from:

Missouri legislators sharing insight on entrepreneurship and advocacy
The Buy Missouri (Buy MO) Team discussing programs and state-level business support

This is an opportunity to:

Network with fellow entrepreneurs
Connect directly with state leaders
Engage in meaningful conversations about issues impacting women in business
Learn how to advocate effectively for your business and industry

Whether you are an established business owner, an emerging entrepreneur, or a woman working in business,
this day offers a valuable opportunity to build connections, share experiences, and be part of a powerful collective voice.
While the focus is on women in business, all entrepreneurs interested in advocacy and state-level business support are welcome to attend.
Let’s show up, build relationships, and continue strengthening Missouri’s entrepreneurial future together.

Missouri Women in Business Advocacy Day
2026-03-31 09:00 - 16:00 | Governors Office Building, 200 Madison St, Jefferson City, 65101, United States
4th Annual | Hosted by the Ennovation Center

At the Missouri State Capitol
Join us for the 4th Annual Women in Business Advocacy Day, a growing statewide event that brings together women entrepreneurs, advocates, and small business supporters from across Missouri at the State Capitol.
Each year, attendance and engagement continue to grow — a powerful reflection of the momentum behind women-owned businesses across our state.

🌟 Morning Program (9:00 AM) – Separate Registration Required

An official Women in Business program begins at 9:00 AM at the Capitol. This larger statewide event includes programming, speakers, and opportunities to engage with business leaders and policymakers.
👉 Register separately for the 9:00 AM event here: https://mowbc.ecenterdirect.com/events/23286

In previous years, Advocacy Day has featured prominent speakers, including the Governor and numerous elected officials, underscoring the importance of elevating the voices of women in Missouri’s policy and economic landscape.

🔹 Ennovation Center Gathering (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM)

The Ennovation Center has reserved a private conference room near the Capitol cafeteria from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM for a focused, relationship-driven gathering. The Ennovation Center Gathering is a featured sub-event within the larger Missouri Women in Business Advocacy Day program.
During our session, you’ll hear from:

Missouri legislators sharing insight on entrepreneurship and advocacy
The Buy Missouri (Buy MO) Team discussing programs and state-level business support

This is an opportunity to:

Network with fellow entrepreneurs
Connect directly with state leaders
Engage in meaningful conversations about issues impacting women in business
Learn how to advocate effectively for your business and industry

Whether you are an established business owner, an emerging entrepreneur, or a woman working in business, this day offers a valuable opportunity to build connections, share experiences, and be part of a powerful collective voice.
While the focus is on women in business, all entrepreneurs interested in advocacy and state-level business support are welcome to attend.
👉 RSVP for the Ennovation Center 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM gathering here:
https://ennovationcenter.com/event/ennovation-center-gathering-at-missouri-women-in-business-advocacy-day/
Let’s show up, build relationships, and continue strengthening Missouri’s entrepreneurial future — together.

Marketing Masterclass Series #1: Marketing Made Easy
2026-02-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Ennovation Center Campus, 201 North Forest Avenue, #120, Independence, Missouri, 64050, United States
Kick off our Marketing Masterclass Series with a practical, hands-on session designed for small business owners and entrepreneurs. This session is hosted by Shauna Clark of Ess Factor Solutions and focuses on simple, DIY marketing strategies you can implement right away to boost visibility, engagement, and growth—without complicated tools or big budgets.

Ennovation Center Book Talk Club - "Launch" by Jeff Walker
2025-11-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Ennovation Center Campus, 201 North Forest Avenue, #120, Independence, Missouri, 64050, United States
Join the Ennovation Center Book Talk Club for engaging discussions, actionable exercises, and insights from top business books—perfect for fueling your entrepreneurial journey!

Ennovation Center 15th Anniversary Event
2025-10-23 16:00 - 20:00 | Ennovation Center Campus, 201 North Forest Avenue, #120, Independence, Missouri, 64050, United States
Ennovation Center Celebrates 15 Years of Fueling Missouri’s Entrepreneurial Engine
October 23rd Event Features Food, Innovation, and Community Impact
INDEPENDENCE, MO – The Ennovation Center, Independence’s premier business incubator, is turning 15 — and the public is invited to celebrate its legacy of innovation, community, and economic growth at a one-of-a-kind anniversary celebration on
Thursday, October 23, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, program at 6PM.
With over 600 businesses launched, nearly $20 million in economic impact to Independence, and $40 million to the State of Missouri, the Ennovation Center has become a powerful engine for entrepreneurship across the region.
“Fifteen years ago, the City of Independence, Independence School District, and the Independence Economic Development Council transformed the former Independence Regional Hospital into a place where ideas could take root and businesses could thrive,” said Danielle DuPree, Executive Director of the Ennovation Center.
“Now, we’re inviting the community to come see — and taste — what that growth looks like. We love working with the passionate and trailblazing entrepreneurs in our hometown!”
What to Expect:

Explore “Taste & Tech” Zones featuring delicious samples from current and past Ennovation Center culinary clients. You’ll also have the opportunity to buy their products and support their businesses.
Warm up at a festive bonfire in the outdoor food truck square (weather permitting).
Discover innovations from science and biotech startups with hands-on displays and demonstrations.
Enjoy a keynote presentation on entrepreneurship by Steven McBee Jr., of McBee Dynasty, Joe Millionaire, and McBee Cattle & Farms, McBee’s Coffee and Carwash, and other family businesses.
Win big in our live raffle!

Why RSVP?
Our clients are small business owners, and every sample and giveaway costs them money. Your RSVP helps them prepare the right amount of food, materials, and swag — avoiding waste and keeping costs manageable.
Join Us!
Thursday, October 23, 2025
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Ennovation Center
201 N. Forest Ave, Independence, MO
To learn more, email us at:
info@ennovationcenter.com
This free, family-friendly event will be a vibrant celebration of the small businesses shaping our city’s future — and a glimpse at the next 15 years of innovation.

Ennovation Center Book Talk Club - The Daily Entrepreneur by Andreas Widmer
2025-10-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Ennovation Center Campus, 201 North Forest Avenue, #120, Independence, Missouri, 64050, United States

Test Event + Test Ticket
2025-08-29 14:00 - 15:00 | Ennovation Center Campus, 201 North Forest Avenue, #120, Independence, Missouri, 64050, United States
Ennovation Center Book Talk Club – Work Harder by Nick Loper

Join the Ennovation Center Book Talk Club for engaging discussions, actionable exercises, and insights from top business books—perfect for fueling your entrepreneurial journey!
