Rural Grocery Peer Groups
🌾 Calling All Rural Grocery Store Owners & Managers! 🛒
Running a rural grocery store can feel isolating at times, but you’re not alone. We’ve got a great opportunity to help you connect with others who understand your challenges and share valuable insights!
Introducing Rural Grocery Peer Groups, hosted by RGI. These monthly Zoom meetings will allow you to:
🤝 Connect with fellow rural grocers
💡 Share advice and best practices
🎓 Learn directly from industry experts
🌱 Support each other to thrive in a tough industry
Who’s Invited?
Owners and managers of independent rural grocery stores in NE, IA, MO, KS, OK, AR.
What’s the Format?
Groups of 12 non-competing grocers meeting once a month for an hour.
When?
February through October 2025 (dates and times TBD)
Where?
Zoom (it’s easy and convenient!)
Cost?
Absolutely FREE!
How to Join:
Simply complete a brief online application by January 17, 2025. (Spots are limited, so don’t wait!)
👉 Complete your application here
Have questions? Reach out to Erica Blair at elblair@ksu.edu.
Let’s work together to create a stronger, more connected rural grocery community! 🌾💪
Event Two
Youth Entrepreneurship Training - Open to students in grades 6-12 who reside in Douglas County. Brings students together to gain hands-on business experience.
The Entrepreneurial Educator Innovation Lab
🎓 An Amazing Opportunity for Educators! 📚
Are you an educator passionate about bringing real-world learning into the classroom? 🌟 Don’t miss this free 3-day professional development workshop on Design Thinking and entrepreneurial education, hosted by Startland in collaboration with KU!
📅 Event Details:
🗓 Dates: January 15-17, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
📍 Location: Capitol Federal Hall, University of Kansas
1654 Naismith Dr, Lawrence, KS
During this hands-on workshop, educators will:
✨ Take part in a Design Thinking innovation challenge.
🛠 Learn practical tools for curriculum integration.
🚀 Gain strategies to bring innovative teaching to life.
🔗 Registration is FREE, but spots are limited—deadline to register: December 18, 2024!
👉 Click HERE to register DEADLINE IS DECEMBER 18, 2024
For questions, contact Julie (julie.leonhardt@startland.org) or Christina (christina@startland.org).
Not near Lawrence? Startland plans to host two additional events in Central and Western Kansas in 2025—stay tuned! 🗺
Let’s empower educators to create dynamic and innovative classrooms! 🙌
Event One
Indianpreneurship Training - A Native Journey into Business - FREE 2-Day Event!