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SUMMARY:Are You Overpaying for Employee Benefits?
DESCRIPTION:Free Educational Presentation\nDiscover options starting with just one employee. \nLearn how small businesses can offer competitive benefits\, attract talent\, retain employees\, and potentially reduce costs. \nWhen: Tuesday\, June 23\, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM\nWhere: Ennovation Center\, 201 N Forest Ave\, Ste 213\, Independence\, MO 64050 \nJoin Chris Porter\, President\, and Damon Wilson\, Account Executive of CorePoint Advisors\, Inc.\, for an informative session designed specifically for entrepreneurs\, startups\, and growing businesses. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\nEmployee benefit options for employers with as few as 1 employee\nAlternative funding strategies and cost-saving opportunities\nHow to determine whether you’re paying too much for your current benefits\nHow to evaluate whether your benefits package is competitive\nEmployee benefits as a recruiting and retention tool\nStrategies to improve employee satisfaction while controlling costs\nEmerging trends impacting small employer benefit plans\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\nBusiness owners\nEntrepreneurs\nStartup founders\nHR professionals\nCompanies considering benefits for the first time\nEmployers looking to improve existing benefit plans\n\nBenefits Made Great helps employers simplify employee benefits through expert guidance\, employee education\, and customized solutions designed to fit each organization’s goals and budget. \nRegistration\nFor registration and event information\, contact Danielle Dupree at the Ennovation Center: 816-463-3532.
URL:https://ennovationcenter.com/event/are-you-overpaying-for-employee-benefits/
LOCATION:Ennovation Center Campus\, 201 North Forest Avenue\, #120\, Independence\, Missouri\, 64050\, United States
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SUMMARY:Conversations With… Bret Kolman
DESCRIPTION:CEO\, Author\, Speaker & Community Leader\nHosted by the Ennovation Center \nJoin the Ennovation Center for an inspiring evening of leadership\, resilience\, entrepreneurship\, healthcare innovation\, and personal growth as we welcome Bret Kolman for the return of our popular Conversations With… series. \n📅 Monday\, June 16\, 2026\n🕖 7:00 PM\n📍 Ennovation Center\n☕ Light refreshments will be served. \nDuring this engaging conversation and Book Talk\, Bret Kolman will share lessons from his distinguished leadership journey in healthcare\, entrepreneurship\, and faith-centered personal development. \nAs former CEO of Centerpoint Medical Center of Independence\, LLC\, Bret led transformational growth initiatives focused on culture\, physician engagement\, quality improvement\, trauma expansion\, graduate medical education\, and long-term healthcare access throughout Eastern Jackson County. \nFollowing a successful healthcare executive career\, Bret stepped away for a year-long sabbatical that inspired his new book\, Wisdom That Leads to Soul Rest. The book explores practical wisdom\, intentional rest\, leadership growth\, and creating stronger relationships through purposeful reflection and renewal. \nThe evening will include: \n\nA live conversation with Bret Kolman\nLeadership insights and practical takeaways\nA Book Talk and discussion on Wisdom That Leads to Soul Rest\nAudience Q&A\nNetworking opportunities with business and community leaders\n\nBret currently serves as Chair of the Independence Chamber of Commerce and is involved with several community and nonprofit organizations throughout the region. He is also an entrepreneur\, consultant\, speaker\, and owner of multiple HOTWORX franchise locations. \nWhether you are an entrepreneur\, healthcare professional\, nonprofit leader\, executive\, or someone seeking renewed purpose and balance\, this conversation promises meaningful insight\, humor\, honesty\, and encouragement. \n🎟️ Register for this No Cost Event below
URL:https://ennovationcenter.com/event/conversations-with-bret-kolman/
LOCATION:Ennovation Center Campus\, 201 North Forest Avenue\, #120\, Independence\, Missouri\, 64050\, United States
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SUMMARY:Marketing Masterclass Series #2: Marketing Made Easy
DESCRIPTION:Continue building your marketing skills in the second session of our Marketing Masterclass Series. Hosted by Shauna Clark of Ess Factor Solutions\, this class expands on the fundamentals with actionable tactics and tools to help you refine your message\, reach the right audience\, and grow your business with confidence.
URL:https://ennovationcenter.com/event/marketing-masterclass-series-2-marketing-made-easy/
LOCATION:Ennovation Center Campus\, 201 North Forest Avenue\, #120\, Independence\, Missouri\, 64050\, United States
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SUMMARY:Marketing Masterclass Series #1: Marketing Made Easy
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ennovationcenter.com/event/marketing-masterclass-series-1-marketing-made-easy/
LOCATION:Ennovation Center Campus\, 201 North Forest Avenue\, #120\, Independence\, Missouri\, 64050\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ennovation Center Book Talk Club - "Launch" by Jeff Walker
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ennovation Center Book Talk Club for engaging discussions\, actionable exercises\, and insights from top business books—perfect for fueling your entrepreneurial journey!
URL:https://ennovationcenter.com/event/ennovation-center-book-talk-club-launch-by-jeff-walker-2/
LOCATION:Ennovation Center Campus\, 201 North Forest Avenue\, #120\, Independence\, Missouri\, 64050\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ennovation Center Book Talk Club - "Launch" by Jeff Walker
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ennovation Center Book Talk Club for engaging discussions\, actionable exercises\, and insights from top business books—perfect for fueling your entrepreneurial journey!
URL:https://ennovationcenter.com/event/ennovation-center-book-talk-club-launch-by-jeff-walker/
LOCATION:Ennovation Center Campus\, 201 North Forest Avenue\, #120\, Independence\, Missouri\, 64050\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ennovation Center 15th Anniversary Event
DESCRIPTION:Ennovation Center Celebrates 15 Years of Fueling Missouri’s Entrepreneurial Engine \nOctober 23rd Event Features Food\, Innovation\, and Community Impact \nINDEPENDENCE\, 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\nThursday\, October 23\, 2025\, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM\, program at 6PM. \nWith 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. \n“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.\n“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!” \nWhat to Expect:\n\nExplore “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.\nWarm up at a festive bonfire in the outdoor food truck square (weather permitting).\nDiscover innovations from science and biotech startups with hands-on displays and demonstrations.\nEnjoy 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.\nWin big in our live raffle!\n\nWhy RSVP?\nOur 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. \nJoin Us!\nThursday\, October 23\, 2025\n4:00 PM – 8:00 PM \nEnnovation Center\n201 N. Forest Ave\, Independence\, MO \nTo learn more\, email us at: \ninfo@ennovationcenter.com \nThis 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.
URL:https://ennovationcenter.com/event/ennovation-center-15th-anniversary-event/
LOCATION:Ennovation Center Campus\, 201 North Forest Avenue\, #120\, Independence\, Missouri\, 64050\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ennovation Center Book Talk Club - The Daily Entrepreneur by Andreas Widmer
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ennovation Center Book Talk Club for engaging discussions\, actionable exercises\, and insights from top business books—perfect for fueling your entrepreneurial journey!
URL:https://ennovationcenter.com/event/ennovation-center-book-talk-club-the-daily-entrepreneur-by-andreas-widmer/
LOCATION:Ennovation Center Campus\, 201 North Forest Avenue\, #120\, Independence\, Missouri\, 64050\, United States
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SUMMARY:Test Event + Test Ticket
DESCRIPTION:Ennovation Center Book Talk Club – Work Harder by Nick Loper\n\nJoin the Ennovation Center Book Talk Club for engaging discussions\, actionable exercises\, and insights from top business books—perfect for fueling your entrepreneurial journey!
URL:https://ennovationcenter.com/event/test-event-test-ticket/
LOCATION:Ennovation Center Campus\, 201 North Forest Avenue\, #120\, Independence\, Missouri\, 64050\, United States
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