Kansas Small Business Office

Fueling Dreams. Supporting Growth. Building Kansas’ Future.

The Kansas Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship is dedicated to empowering small businesses with the resources, connections and support they need to thrive. By fostering innovation and driving economic growth, through resources such as NetWork Kansas, we help entrepreneurs transform their ideas into impactful ventures that shape the future of Kansas. For inquiries about certifications and other services offered, please contact Deputy Director Christian Hopkins at [email protected]. To access the Certification portal, click here. To search the directory, click here.

266,816 small businesses

583,244 small business employees

99.1% of Kansas businesses are small businesses

49.1% of Kansas employees work in small businesses

Unsure where to start?

Kansas runs on small business and ConnectKS is your starting point. Whether you’re launching, growing, or simply exploring your next move, we connect small business owners, entrepreneurs, and community builders with the resources, relationships, and opportunities they need to thrive. This is more than a platform it’s the heart of Kansas’s small business ecosystem. Let’s build a stronger, more connected Kansas together.

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Small Business Events in Kansas

Looking for entrepreneurial opportunities in Kansas? Explore a diverse range of events happening year-round—focused on business growth, networking, education, and innovation. We’ve highlighted some key events to help you connect with resources and like-minded professionals. Browse weekly and monthly listings below to discover workshops, expos, pitch competitions, and more. Have an event to share? Submit it using the link below and help us showcase opportunities for entrepreneurs across Kansas!

May 6

Commerce Offers Opportunity to Attend 2025 Global Entrepreneurship Congress

June 26

Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference

Hosted by K-State Research and Extension, the CEC Conference brings together local leaders, business champions, and ecosystem supporters to share…

May 21

NetWorked for Change

NetWorked for Change convenes leaders, ecosystem builders, and changemakers to foster equitable economic development across the Midwest. This event focuses…