Put Your Worst Foot Forward is a book by Barnett C. Helzberg Jr. about him starting and building the Helzberg Entrepreneurial Mentoring Program (HEMP).
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HEMP and Porter House Kansas City have a partnership and both work to help entrepreneurs in the Kansas City area
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Empowering the Entrepreneurial Spirit

HEMP is dedicated to strengthening entrepreneurial leaders through excellence in mentoring.

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Upcoming Events

Exit Planning Strategy Workshop
Exit Planning Strategy Workshop
Tuesday
Mar 31
Barnett's Basement
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Exit Planning Strategy Workshop
Exit Planning Strategy Workshop
The Exit Planning Workshop  will focus 15 Steps to Achieve a Successful and Happy Exit . Participants will better understand how to maximize the value of their business, prepare for unforeseen challenges, and create a clear path to a smooth transition. Whether you plan to sell to an outside buyer, your management team, or create a family legacy, you will come away with a roadmap to... Read More
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Happy Hour
Happy Hour
Tuesday
Apr 07
The Back Nine Golf
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Happy Hour
Happy Hour
We’re excited to invite you to a special HEMP Happy Hour, generously hosted by Joe Speicher, owner of The Back Nine Golf! This is a great opportunity to unwind, connect with fellow members, and enjoy great conversations in a relaxed setting. A huge thank you to Joe Speicher for his generosity in hosting this event—we appreciate his support in bringing our community together! Read More

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By the numbers

The numbers don't lie.

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$748 Million
Economic Impact on Kansas City
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30 Years
Growing Kansas City
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43%
Increased Revenue Growth
3 people
41%
Increased Employee Count