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Lawrence Hosts Business Readiness Forum for 2026 World Cup!
Business owners, community leaders, and entrepreneurs are invited to join a powerful one-day event designed to prepare local businesses for the opportunities surrounding the 2026 World Cup. Hosted by Kira Chereé Cobb of the Actuate Consulting Team in collaboration with The Chamber, Lawrence, this regional forum will be held Monday, April 13, 2026 from 8AM to 12PM at The Jayhawk Welcome Center in Lawrence, KSThis event is free to attend but space is limited.
This highly anticipated gathering will feature experts, city officials, and resource providers from across the region, offering actionable insights and guidance for leveraging one of the largest international sporting events ever hosted in the United States.
Event Highlights include an opening general session with important information followed by breakout rooms. “This forum is not just about preparing for the World Cup—it’s about creating long-term impact through business readiness, cross-sector collaboration, and economic development,” says Kira Cheree Cobb, CEO of Actuate Consulting Team
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Date and Time
Monday Apr 13, 2026
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Estimated Timeline
8am - Registration and Light Refreshments
8:30am - Event Starts with General Session
11am - Breakout Topics
12pm - Event Concludes
Location
Jayhawk Welcome Center
1266 Oread Ave
Fees/Admission
Free to attend
Pre-registration required
Space is limited
Contact Information
Jared Martin, Director of Events
The Chamber
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