Our mission: create an approachable and comprehensive space to learn, connect, and build together a powerful business community strengthened by the invaluable connections and knowledge gained.
The Empowerment Expo will be comprised of breakout sessions each with various topics, hosted lunch, and plenty of worthwhile connections to gain.
Breakout Sessions to Include:
- "Difference, Not Difficulty: Turning Cultural Difference into a Business Advantage" by Zui Holloman, LMH Health
- "How to Show Up Online with a Clear Plan for Growing Your Business Through Content" by Chris Miller, KU Small Business Development Center
- "Small Business 101" by Chris Miller, KU Small Business Development Center
- "Building a Network that Builds Your Business" by Kelly Loneker, Stonecreek Accounting
- "You Don't Bounce Back. You Build Forward." by Megan Dodge, Clear Sky Meditation and Consulting
- "Community is Everybody’s Business – creating and sustaining relationships between nonprofits and local businesses." by Will Averill, Ballard Center
This event is open to the public and registration is now open!
**The Chamber has invested into complimentary Bluetooth earbuds and will gladly provide them to those utilizing translation services on their devices.
***If you need accommodations due to dietary needs, mobility, language, etc. please contact The Chamber at (785) 865-4411 or Info@LawrenceChamber.com prior to the event.
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Date and Time
Thursday Sep 17, 2026
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM CDT
Tentative Timeline
8:30am Registration
9:00am Welcome
9:15am Session 1 and 2
11:30am Lunch and Networking
12:30pm Sessions 3, 4, and 5
4pm Event Concludes with Networking and Reception at Oread Hotel
Location
Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Dr, Lawrence, KS 66045
Fees/Admission
Registration is open to the public and Chamber members!
$40/person early bird pricing until Sept. 10!
Contact Information
Jared Martin, VP of Membership and Programs
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