Events

3rd Cyber Summit on the Hill

October 7, 2025

Join several 2KC champions on October 7th for the 3rd Cyber Summit on the Hill, hosted by Nick Gicinto at William Jewell College. This event will bring together national cyber leaders, KC professionals, and students for an afternoon of learning, conversation, and networking. Speakers include Dr. Pablo Breuer, Wendy Nather, David Etue, Jessica Aiken, and Donnie Hampton, along with a Career Seeker Workshop and a Networking Happy Hour.

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Startup Capital Connections: The Tango for Three

October 8, 2025

What does it take to connect startups with smart money? Finding and making the deal can feel like an intricate dance between founders, investors, and the connectors who bring them together. Join Jessica Powell (Social Balances, KC BioHub) and Steve Gardner (Rev Gen LLC, Social Venture Studios) for a candid conversation with Darren Beck about how local entrepreneurs and investors can collaborate. Attendance: Free. Registration not required.

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Community Partner Celebration

October 9, 2025

Join our friends at Kansas City Digital Drive for a special evening of food, cocktails, and great company in celebration of the community-wide work we do. This event will showcase two years of innovation-in-action and spotlight partners who help turn good ideas into real solutions — from launching new tech programs to expanding digital access and supporting local entrepreneurs. Hosted by Kari Keefe & Linda Williams.

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KCBOC Social Networking Event

October 14, 2025

Join Kansas City’s business and entrepreneurial community for an evening of networking, conversation, and connection. Hosted by KCBOC.

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Founder Meetup

October 29, 2025

Entrepreneurship should be for everyone. Join Right to Start’s Missouri Coalition for a casual founder meetup — no agenda, no pressure. This gathering is designed for entrepreneurs to connect, share what you’re navigating, and celebrate progress together. Attendance: Free. Let us know if you’d like a calendar invite.

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KC BioHub Investor Education Series – Cohort 2: Fall Meetups

November 7, 2025

A curated program designed to equip accredited angel investors with the knowledge, tools, and community needed to confidently explore early-stage opportunities in life sciences, biotechnology, and adjacent sectors. This fall, the series condenses into two in-depth meetups at MARC featuring instruction, discussion, and peer connections, with lunch provided.

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MidXMidwest

November 13, 2025

MidXMidwest Thursday Nov 13, 2025 Location Hotel Kansas City 1228 Baltimore Ave Kansas City, MO 64105 Website https://www.midxmidwest.com/ MidxMidwest (MXMW) is Kansas City’s premier collision point for early-stage founders, venture investors, and innovation leaders. This invite-only experience is designed to spark real relationships, unlock capital access, and amplify the next generation of Midwest-built startups. By surfacing overlooked potential and facilitating high-impact connections, MXMW elevates KC’s role as a national hub for venture connectivity — not just a flyover stop, but a launchpad. This year’s gathering features curated 1:1 matchmaking, sharp venture-focused content, and a social experience that captures the spirit of Kansas City — all in one day.

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Smarty Pints Tech Trivia

February 26, 2026

Smarty Pints Tech Trivia Thursday Feb 26, 2026 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM CST Location Boulevard Brewing Company Muehlebach Suite 2501 Southwest Blvd. Kansas City, MO 64108 Smarty Pints: Where Trivia Meets Tech Vibes Back for its third round, Smarty Pints is KC Tech Council’s annual tech trivia showdown — and it’s time to show off what your internal processor really knows. No slides. No speeches. Just smarts. Boulevard beer, wine, food, and bragging rights — all included. Up to 8 players per table. One captain registers the team. Still gathering teammates? No problem — reserve now and confirm later. Whether you're repping your company or just looking for a fun night with fellow techies, this is your moment to play hard, laugh loud, and maybe win some prizes.

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INVESTOR MEETUP

October 7, 2025

We’re working to strengthen the connection between Kansas City’s founders and the investors ready to back them. This form is for accredited investors, syndicates, and fund managers who want to stay plugged into what’s being built here. By signing up, you’ll receive curated deal flow from KC-based startups and invites to private pitch events in a monthly investor email update — starting August 15. You’ll hear from us just once a month, and access will always be free to founders and investors. This is about building real connections that lead to real checks — proving that Kansas City has startups worth backing and investors ready to deploy capital.

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