KU Small Business Development Center

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10/26/2025

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1 Million Cups is changing it up this week! We will be hearing from the West Middle School Drama Students!

We will be at 2029 Becker, so come grab some coffee and cookies thanks to our sponsors!!

Join us to connect with other local entrepreneurs!
10/20/2025

Join us to connect with other local entrepreneurs!

This week for 1 Million Cups we will be welcoming Signature Cleaning!! We will be at our regular location of 2029 Becker Drive. Here is a bit about Signature Cleaning!

"The Rethman Family and our teams at Signature Cleaning are committed to providing Signature quality janitorial services that businesses and office spaces can count on for years to come! Our Signature cleaning services provide a pristine and healthy environment which is crucial for the success and productivity of every organization. Best of all, each Signature cleaning is completely guaranteed!"

We are so excited to welcome this business, so get ready to caffeinate and bring your brain power!

10/16/2025

Best boss award goes to Kristina Edwards ! Happy Boss’s Day!

Here for you!
10/07/2025

Here for you!

📢Kansas SBDC Still Open for Business Amid Shutdown📢

The Kansas SBDC network remains open for business during the federal government shutdown. Our advisors are ready to provide free, one-on-one counseling and resources to help small businesses across all 105 Kansas counties. For small business support, visit our website at https://www.kansassbdc.net/

Check out this opportunity!
10/06/2025

Check out this opportunity!

The KU Office of Research along with Project MounTaiN presents a FREE professional development opportunity for early childhood professionals. Join "Developing Effective Home Visit Plans: Asking the Right Questions" Tuesday, October 21, 5-7pm Central Time.

• Registered participants will receive the link to join the virtual presentation. Register here: https://kusurvey.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5j3CpPJmCn1rGJw

• Spanish language translation provided! En Español: https://kusurvey.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9HKZ4rocwNPNG1o

Join us this week!!
10/06/2025

Join us this week!!

This Wednesday we are hearing from Chelsea with Chelsea Brakenhoff Wellness!! Get ready to caffeinate and connect as we learn all about her entrepreneurial journy!

We will be at 2029 Becker this week, our regular location! See you Wednesday at 9am!!

Great opportunity to support all in our community!
10/01/2025

Great opportunity to support all in our community!

We’re seeking a work experience host for a student eager to learn real-world skills.
They can help with digital scanning, filing, data entry, and more (up to 8 hours/week).
Support your team while making a difference in a young adult’s future.
📧 Contact: [email protected]

See you Wednesday 9am!
09/27/2025

See you Wednesday 9am!

We are hearing from Voiss this week!! Let's get ready to welcome them with open arms over a cup of coffee. We will be at 2033 Becker this Wednesday, NOT our regular location of 2029 Becker. See you Wednesday at 9 am!!

Let’ connect and share resources this week!!
09/22/2025

Let’ connect and share resources this week!!

Wednesday!! We're doing something a little different at 1 Million Cups this week! Your homework is to think of a book, podcast, or magazine article that has influenced your entrepreneurial journey. Bring it either physically or in your mind and get ready to discuss!

We will be at 2033 Becker this week, so not our regular location!

Local Happenings Lawrence - Taking care of you is essential especially when you run your own business!
09/19/2025

Local Happenings Lawrence - Taking care of you is essential especially when you run your own business!

Looking to learn more about government contracting? Check out this service provided by the SBA
09/19/2025

Looking to learn more about government contracting? Check out this service provided by the SBA

Empower to Grow Formerly The 7(j) Program​ Eligible small businesses can apply to obtain full access to a FedMap, a premier network for government contracting professionals, at no cost, through a generous grant from the SBA’s Empower to Grow (E2G) Program.Eligible to businesses in OH, IL, IN, MI...

Are you an entrepreneur or small business owner? Do you live in the Lawrence area? Wish you could find some meanin...
09/18/2025


Are you an entrepreneur or small business owner? Do you live in the Lawrence area? Wish you could find some meaningful connections while drinking some great coffee? 1 Million Cups Lawrence is your answer! We meet at 9am every week typically at KU Innovation Park at 2029 Becker Drive. This group is free and provides a welcoming and encouraging space for everyone. Come join us!

A weekly event for local entrepreneurs to meet and present their businesses to the Lawrence community. The coffee is highly encouraged.

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718 New Hampshire St.
Lawrence, KS
66044

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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(785) 843-8844

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The KU-KSBDC offers free, one-on-one confidential counseling services to new and existing small businesses. We are one of thirteen America’s Small Business Development Centers in Kansas and one of more than 1,000 ASBDCs in the United States.

Our Center services the following six counties in Northeast Kansas: Douglas, Franklin, Atchison, Leavenworth, Jefferson, and Doniphan. We are a partnership between the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), the Kansas Department of Commerce (KDOC), the University of Kansas School of Business and the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce.

Typical areas covered in counseling include:


  • The Start-Up Process