About GEW
Global Entrepreneurship Week is a worldwide initiative that celebrates the innovators and job creators who launch businesses and drive economic growth. Founded in 2008, GEW inspires people everywhere through local, national and global activities designed to help them explore their potential as self-starters and innovators.
During GEW, millions of people participate in sessions, competitions and workshops across 180+ countries; the event fosters connections, promotes the sharing of knowledge and creates opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs. From youth to seasoned professionals, GEW empowers individuals to take the next step in their entrepreneurial journey, regardless of their background or experience level.
Join us in celebrating Global Entrepreneurship Week - Kansas City and discover how you can unleash your potential to innovate, create and transform the world around you.
Meet the 2024 GEWKC Planning Committee
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Callie England
Planning Chair of GEWKC; Marketing Director, UMKC IC
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Ashley Muffit
Director, Square One Small Business Services
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Becca Castro
Senior Director, KCSourceLink
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Bobby Burch
Marketing Manager,
AltCap -
Brant Stacy
Community Partnership Manager, AltCap
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Chante Keller
KCSourceLink
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Danielle DuPree
Executive Director,
Ennovation Center -
Kevin McGinnis
President & CEO,
Keystone Community Corporation -
Larissa Uredi
CEO, No-Where Consultants
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LaTasha Jacobs
Executive Director,
Pathway Financial Education -
Paul Abromeit
Community Partner Lead, AltCap
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Rickey Leathers
Sr. Business Services Consultant,
Missouri Small Business Development Center -
Vicky Kulikov
Director of Small Business,
Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce