These are events where I am speaking, presenting, teaching, or participating on a panel discussion. Please register with the host organization. Some fees may apply.

Lee’s Summit Coffee+Connect for the Wellness Consortium

Join us for good coffee and easy conversation! Drop in anytime during the meetup. Everyone is welcome. Bring a friend, a coworker, or just yourself, and enjoy relaxed networking. This free event is open to anyone who wants to meet new people and build community. This event is for KC Local health, alternative health, and wellness practitioners. All are welcome to explore the organization at this event. No charge to attend but please do register. I will be there!

Relationship Marketing 101: Turning Contacts into Customers

Marketing today isn’t about chasing sales. It’s about building trust over time. In this introductory session, you’ll learn what relationship marketing really is and why it’s the foundation of sustainable business growth. **FREE introductory Session**  Hosted by SCORE. I will be your instructor.

Lunch and Learn: 5 Ways to Use ChatGPT (AI) for Small Business

Learn 5 ways that ChatGPT can help you in your small business. $10 paid to SCORE.  I will be your instructor.

Visibility Strategies for Small Business

Customers can’t buy from you if they can’t find you. This class focuses on practical ways to increase your visibility so your business shows up where your ideal customers are searching. You’ll learn how to establish and optimize your Google Business Profile, connect your website with search engines, and use simple strategies to appear in front of your target market online. And visibility isn’t just digital—we’ll also explore how to show up in your community and industry so you build both recognition and trust. By the end, you’ll have a roadmap for getting found, both on the web and in the real world. $10 paid to SCORE. I will be your instructor.

Relationship Marketing 102: Smarter Email Mktg, CRM, Tools, etc.

(This is the follow-up to the Introductory 101 session.) Email marketing has evolved far beyond occasional newsletters. In this class, you’ll learn how to use a (Customer Relationship Management) CRM-connected email system to support every stage of the customer relationship. Topics include list building, opt-ins, segmentation, automation, customer journey emails, and re-engagement strategies. You’ll also learn how CRM tools track customer history and improve follow-up across sales and service. The session highlights practical ways AI can assist with content creation, automation logic, and performance analysis without replacing human judgment or relationship-building. $10 paid to SCORE. I will be your instructor.

Marketing for Storytellers

I will teach you how to cultivate a brand that speaks to your audience as a writer or storyteller. You will also get a chance to explore effective marketing tactics, including networking, social media platforms, and resources from MCPL’s Square One Small Business Center. This class is part of the Written and Oral Storytelling Certificate Programs. This program will be held virtually using Zoom. Registration with a valid email address is required to receive the Zoom link. I will be your instructor. This event is no cost and is hosted by The Story Center at Mid-Continent Public Library.

Marketing for Storytellers

I will teach you how to cultivate a brand that speaks to your audience as a writer or storyteller. You will also get a chance to explore effective marketing tactics, including networking, social media platforms, and resources from MCPL’s Square One Small Business Center. This class is part of the Written and Oral Storytelling Certificate Programs. This program will be held virtually using Zoom. Registration with a valid email address is required to receive the Zoom link. I will be your instructor. This event is no cost and is hosted by The Story Center at Mid-Continent Public Library.

Lee’s Summit Wellness Consortium Meeting

Join us for the Lee’s Summit Wellness Consortium meeting, where wellness professionals and advocates gather to make meaningful connections and exchange ideas. Together, we’re building a healthier, more vibrant Lee’s Summit through collaboration and innovation. This event is free to members of The Wellness Consortium and a small fee to non-members. You can claim one meeting for free using the code WCGUEST26. 

Links will be provided when they become available. All dates are subject to change by the hosting organization.

September 11
Joint Ventures
SCORE

September 17
Coffee + Connect
Lee’s Summit Wellness Consortium

September 23
Lee’s Summit Wellness Consortium Meeting

October 9-11
Cowgirl Artists of America 
Oklahoma

October 15
Coffee + Connect
Lee’s Summit Wellness Consortium

October 16
Developing Your Online Presence
SCORE

October 28
Lee’s Summit Wellness Consortium Meeting

November 19
Coffee + Connect
Lee’s Summit Wellness Consortium