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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Oct 07
Barnett's Basement
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Cyber Security
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Chris Burcham is a Kansas City Native and University of Miami graduate, he spent a decade working in software before journeying out into the world of entrepreneurship. As Cytek's CEO, he leads the company's growth, strategy, and vision. Cytek provides Managed IT, Cybersecurity, Compliance, and Communications solutions to small and mid size businesses. Join us for an enlightening speech... Read More

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