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FX March Coffee Meetup

March 9, 2023 @ 8:30 am 10:00 am

Are you feeling lucky? Our March coffee meetup will be at Rochester Brewing and Roasting Co. If you haven’t had a chance to check this one out, you are in for a treat. Grab yourself a cup and look for the FX of KC banner. Start your morning meeting new friends and connecting with old ones.

Members and nonmembers welcome.

Questions? Contact [email protected].

Rochester Brewing and Roasting Company

2129 Washington St.
Kansas City, Missouri 64108 United States
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816-216-7181
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FX February Luncheon

February 24, 2023 @ 11:30 am 1:00 pm

Tax Time


About this event:

Danyel Harrison, President of Business Navigators LLC, will present on timely tax topics for time-strapped freelancers. Come with questions about all things business tax. Part talk, part Q&A, all FX of KC.

Buffet-style lunch from Joe’s Kansas City includes Pulled Pork, Smoked Turkey, Burnt Ends, Ribs, Fries, and BBQ Beans. Vegetarian options include Portabello Mushroom Z-man and Side Salad. Contact [email protected] with any dietary needs or questions about the luncheon.

Members and nonmembers are welcome.

Networking starts at 11:30 a.m. with the presentation at noon. For virtual attendees, the presentation starts at noon via Zoom. The virtual luncheon will not include a networking portion.

To participate in the in-person luncheon, you must RSVP by February 22.

In Person – Members: $25 / Guests: $35
Virtual – Members: FREE / Guests: $10

Be sure to register in advance on Eventbrite in order to gain access to the Zoom link.

Questions? Contact [email protected]

Disclaimer: You understand that by attending this in-person event hosted by The Freelance Exchange of Kansas City that you’re doing so voluntarily and that it could result in illness, personal injury, or death. If any such event does occur, you agree not to hold The Freelance Exchange liable and not sue the organization, its board members, members, or sponsors.

About the speaker:

At Business Navigators, we understand the pressures facing small businesses. Requirements to maintain a competitive advantage in quality and price while increasing innovation and decreasing cost is a daunting task for any business owner. You are continuously improving, 5S’ing and ensuring your production processes are Just-In-Time, but are your efforts shining through in the financial reports? Do you have the information to make the best decisions when it comes to material procurement, direct labor, and overhead management? Your financial statements appease the tax accountant and financial reporting requirements, but do they make sense to you, the owner, and to your management team?

My goal when working with you is to help you organize and streamline your processes for efficiency, increase income, decrease costs and ensure your pathway for growth. Best of all, I want to provide you with decision-making information that makes sense!

Junior Achievement of Greater Kansas City

2842 W 47th Ave
Westwood, Kansas 66103 United States
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FX February Happy Hour

February 16, 2023 @ 5:00 pm 7:00 pm

February Happy Hour

Grab a drink, try a small plate and meet new friends. (The location is a little hard to find … on purpose. Look for the payphone sign outside.) Once inside, look for the FX of KC banner to find us. We cannot wait to reconnect and find out how your 2023 is going!

Have questions? Contact [email protected].

Final Final

12687 Metcalf Ave.
Overland Park, Kansas 66213 United States
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FX January Virtual Luncheon

January 27, 2023 @ 11:30 am 1:00 pm

How to Launch and Grow a YouTube Channel


About this event:

This virtual presentation will provide the knowledge and tools necessary to create and grow a successful YouTube channel.

You’ll learn:

  • different types of content you can create for your chosen niche that will resonate with your audience
  • how to optimize your channel and videos for discoverability
  • tips and best practices for creating high-quality videos on a budget
  • how to monetize your channel to add another revenue stream to your freelancing toolbox

Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your channel to the next level, this event will have something for you.

Grab your lunch and join us on Zoom:

11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Networking
12 to 1 p.m. – Presentation

Members: Free / Guests: $10. Be sure to register in advance on Eventbrite in order to gain access to the Zoom link.

Questions? Contact [email protected]

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About the presenter:

Michelle Schneider has 15 years of experience in the marketing and design field, with a primary focus on email marketing and web design. Before going full-time as a freelancer, she worked in-house on marketing teams at Sporting KC, AMC Theatres, & Airshare. She launched her YouTube channel @Michelle.The.Creator in June 2021 and grew it to be eligible for monetization in 18 months. On her channel, she teaches tech tutorials and discusses various marketing and freelancing topics. Michelle also currently serves as the VP for The Freelance Exchange.

FX January Happy Hour

January 12, 2023 @ 5:00 pm 7:00 pm

January Happy Hour

On Thursday, January 12, join us at Brew Lab in the Grain Room for a special happy hour to give both members and non an opportunity to learn more about the club and volunteer positions available.

Come join us for drinks and appetizers, meet current board members, and discover the committees and leadership positions FX has available. FX will cover your first drink!

If you’re interested in serving, have a bit of time to spare every month, and have the commitment, passion, and reliability to help lead the freelance community in KC, we encourage you to attend!

Have questions? Contact [email protected].

Thursday, January 12, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Brew Lab
7925 Marty St.
Overland Park, KS 66204