Dates: Thursdays September 15 - November 3 Times: 5:30 - 8:30 P.M. Location: Clay Center Cost: $300 (Apply before September 1 for a $50 Early Bird Discount)
The Growing Rural Businesses program is an eight-week certificate program customized
for rural businesses. Launched in February 2012, GRB provides practical, applied information
and examples necessary for rural communities in Kansas. Wichita State University business
professors and Center for Entrepreneurship Staff conduct fall and spring eight-week
entrepreneurial certificate programs.
Growing Rural Businesses is provided through a partnership with Network Kansas. Locations
are selected in E-Communities throughout the state of Kansas.
Past Training Locations
Over 335 businesses have been served through this program.
Ford County
Kiowa County
Thomas County
Montgomery County
Barton County
Cowley County
Leavenworth County
Butler County
Ellis County
Neosho County
Clay County
Rawlins County
Marion County
Anderson County
Rooks County
Phillips County
McPherson County
Scott County
Allen County
"Lots of great information for a minimal investment. The professors find numerous ways to relate the material to your specific industry." -MARK JOHNSON, FARM BUREAU FINANCIAL SERVICES, EL DORADO
"I highly recommend this class because of the scope of information, the quality and knowledge of the presenters and the networking
opportunity with other class members. The classes spur a reaction to think outside the box and
look at your business analytically instead of emotionally." -WANDA WALDECK, GROUSE VALLEY GRILL, DEXTER
"This is a game changing opportunity if you are motivated to apply the thoughts and curriculum that is taught. If you
are a business person with experience or thinking of starting a business, this class
will make you better." -CHAD GILLILAND, NEXT TO NATURE FARM, LEAVENWORTH
