NW Missouri Times

Northwest Missouri State University is preparing to host a significant event aimed at promoting economic progress within the local community. The university will be hosting the "Path to Prosperity" series on April 24 at the Agricultural Learning Center, located on the R.T. Wright Farm in Maryville.

The event, organized in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and the Small Business Administration (SBA), will bring together individuals and small business owners, including farmers, ranchers, and other agriculture enterprises, for a day of discussions and networking opportunities. The series will feature experts from the lending industry, federal government, and various community partners and stakeholders.

According to the announcement, the event will include panel discussions with economic and lending experts, community partners, stakeholders, and broadband experts. These discussions will focus on identifying challenges and sharing best practices and innovative solutions for accessing capital and contracting opportunities in the region.

The "Path to Prosperity" series aims to encourage the development of economic opportunities by facilitating collaborations between financial institutions, non-profits, public and private sectors, and community-based organizations. Attendees will have the chance to engage with lenders from local, regional, and national financial institutions to explore avenues for expanding bank referrals of small businesses for technical assistance from business development organizations.

The Northwest event is part of a larger national series that targets communities across the United States and U.S. territories that have historically faced challenges in accessing resources for economic development. By hosting these events, federal partners hope to showcase their programs and support initiatives that promote economic growth in underserved areas.

Individuals interested in participating in the "Path to Prosperity" series at Northwest Missouri State University can register for the event online and receive a unique link to join the meeting. The event is open to a wide range of participants, including financial institutions, community development financial institutions, trade groups, government officials, faith-based communities, and nonprofit organizations dedicated to supporting small businesses.

For more information about the event and how to get involved, interested parties are encouraged to visit the university's website for additional details.