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Celebrate June with old friends and find new ones! Come out and share a brew. We are hoping for great weather and will be gathering outdoors, if the weather allows. Take some time for yourself and join us as we catch up and start the summer strong!
Questions? Contact [email protected].
Whether you’re new to freelancing or have been at it for a while, the Freelance Boot Camp is for you! The Freelance Boot Camp is an all-day event aimed at freelancers and solopreneurs in the creative and marketing industries. The event features presentations covering a range of topics, including mindset and wellness for the solopreneur, systems and processes for running a successful business, and how to find new clients and maintain a steady income. Attendees can also enjoy networking and workshops on branding and self-promotion, what every freelancer should know about the law, as well as maximizing their FX portfolio. Ticket prices include lunch, making it an ideal opportunity for freelancers and solopreneurs to learn new skills, network, and enjoy a day of professional development.
Members: $35 / Nonmembers: $50
Questions? Contact [email protected]
*Due to popular demand, registration has been extended ’til midnight Sunday night, May 14th. DON’T MISS OUT!
SESSIONS & SPEAKERS
Mindset and Wellness for the Solopreneur with Julia Harkleroad
The presentation will focus on the importance of maintaining a positive and healthy mindset as a solopreneur and the strategies that can be used to achieve this. Julia is a licensed clinical marriage and family therapist and mental health advocate. She offers Executive/Lifestyle coaching to individuals to bring solutions to the challenges they face. Learn more about Julia at https://www.juliaharkleroad.com/ or follow her on Instagram @JuliaHarkleroad.
Run an Easier Business with Systems with Amber Monaco
Running a business shouldn’t be hard. It should be easy and attainable, especially beyond the startup phase. Systems are the key to delivering on your promise, maintaining your brand, maintaining consistency, and exceeding client expectations. In this keynote, Amber Monaco, certified Director of Operations, inspires business owners to embrace systems so that there is more time in the business for creativity and strategy.
Branding & Self Promotion with Julie Cortés
All freelancers and creative solopreneurs need an identity and marketing strategy. How else will prospective clients find you? As hard as it may be, you need to put yourself out there. Why? Because people like to work with those whom they know, like, and trust. And a great way to become that person is by creating (and maintaining!) a solid brand and promotional strategy. Join us for this inspirational session, led by FX Founder & President Julie Cortés, to share ideas (and discover new ones!) as to best branding and self-promotion strategies for freelancers.
What Freelancers Should Know About “The Law” with Chris Brown
Freelancers are more likely to succeed if they take legal issues seriously. In this presentation and Q&A, Pixel Law founder Chris Brown will talk through LLCs, taxes, intellectual property, contracts, and more. Chris is a freelancer himself and has helped thousands of freelancers organize the legal side of their business. You can learn more about Pixel Law at pixellaw.com and connect with Chris @thepixellawyer on Instagram and Twitter.
How Do You Get New Business and Maintain a Steady Income?
Panel Discussion with Jeremy Lips, Kelly Ziegler, Katelyn Proberts, and Janella Williams
The panel discussion will focus on the challenges that freelancers face when it comes to finding new clients and maintaining a steady income. The panelists will share their experiences, tips, and strategies on how they have been able to consistently find new clients and ensure that they have a steady stream of income. They will discuss different techniques for networking and building relationships with potential clients. The audience will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage with the panelists.
CEO Hour with Amber Monaco
Take a special afternoon for you, as the CEO, to take some time to work on your business. You could do this alone, but I have created a worksheet and structure around the day so you leave feeling accomplished. Plus, you’ll be surrounded by other people who are working to make their business better too. Hello, inspiration!
Promote yourself at the event and beyond! With a sponsorship contribution, you will receive visibility on event marketing materials, as well as the FX website. Put your business front and center with banner ads to generate even more leads.
Level 1 Member Sponsorship ($250)
Advertise your business at the Freelance Boot Camp and on FX marketing channels. This includes the following:
Level 2 Member Sponsorship ($150)
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Level 3 Member Sponsorship ($100)
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Level 4 Member Sponsorship ($25)
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Almost halfway through 2023! Grab yourself a hot coffee or cold brew (courtesy of Spark KC).
Join us for coffee and a pastry and start your day by meeting new friends and connecting with old ones. Look for the FX of KC banner when you arrive. Members and nonmembers welcome.
Free to attend.
Guests may utilize free street parking or park in the KC Live! Garage (click for link). Please bring your parking ticket with you for free validation up to 3 hours. Garage entrance is located on 13th St. between Grand and Walnut.
Questions? Contact [email protected].
About this event:
AI is changing the marketing landscape as we know it. As clients’ expectations and needs change, freelancers will need to adapt and harness AI. The impact of technology isn’t disappearing, and freelancers should embrace the changes coming their way instead of trying to fight them. If you want to keep up with the best practices and stay relevant in our emerging AI world, this workshop will give you the tools to be the subject matter expert with your clients.
Lunch includes a boxed lunch that includes chips and a cookie, plus a soft drink, tea or lemonade.
1. Turkey sandwich – lettuce, tomato & cheddar cheese
2. Ham sandwich – lettuce, tomato & cheddar cheese
3. Grilled chicken bacon wrap – garlic ranch, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cheddar & swiss cheese
4. Veggie wrap – sauteed vegetables, lettuce, tomato
Members and nonmembers welcome. Networking begins at 11:30 a.m. with the presentation from noon to 1 p.m. Be sure to register on Eventbrite to ensure your spot.
Members: $25
Guests: $35
Note: This luncheon (and all luncheons going forward) will be held in-person only. A recording will be available for FX members after the event.
Questions? Contact [email protected]
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About the speaker:
Burton Kelso is Chief Tech Expert at Integral—a computer repair and services company helping people conquer their technology challenges. He’s also a national speaker and international media tech expert. His vision is to remove the frustrations and complexity of computers and technology and open people up to a world of new ideas, experiences, and opportunities. He loves technology, he’s read all of the manuals, and he’s serious about making technology fun, safe, and easy to use for everyone!
About this event:
Please join The Freelance Exchange at Union on the Hill as we welcome Dr. Charlie Cartwright. Dr. Cartwright believes the common denominator in virtually every business challenge is people. Understanding how to connect with them in a meaningful way is essential for personal and professional success. During this presentation, Dr. Cartwright will provide the audience with a fresh approach to achieving this in a sustainable way.
Lunch options include:
• Chop Chop Salad: mixed greens, arugula, carrots, broccoli, radicchio, smoked edamame, chickpeas, smoked gouda, pepperoncini, cider oregano vinaigrette
• The Brussels Flatbread: garlic cream sauce, Brussels sprouts, caramelized onion, jalapeño, smoked bacon, aged cheddar
• Tacos: (3) soft corn tortillas, roasted tomato salsa, black beans, roasted corn on the cob, choice of: BRAISED SHORT RIB – pickled onion & cilantro, PULLED PORK – cilantro & onion, SHREDDED CHICKEN – lettuce, pico de gallo, cheddar & jack cheeses
• Mahi Mahi Sandwich: blackened, creole remoulade, boston lettuce, tomato, house fries
Members and nonmembers are welcome. Networking starts at 11:30 a.m. with the presentation at noon.
To participate in the in-person luncheon, you must RSVP by March 30.
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.
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About the speaker:
Dr. Charlie Cartwright is the founder of The Company Culture Doctor, a consulting firm based in the Kansas City area whose sole purpose is to bring out the best in leaders and their teams. Dr. Charlie is also the creator of the “People Success Formula.” It is the result of a three-decades-long meta-analysis of what drives human behavior. His research clearly illuminated the path to unlocking human potential. “If you want to move mountains, first you must move people. Then those people will move the mountains.” – Dr. Charlie