NAAAP Kansas City is hosting a finance-focused workshop designed to help entrepreneurs at every stage turn their side hustle into a sustainable main hustle.

This session will cover the fundamentals of building a strong business plan, financial planning strategies, and navigating small business loans. Mary Buche from Academy Bank will share insights on small business loans, banking resources, and what entrepreneurs should know when preparing to seek funding.

You’ll also hear from three local entrepreneurs (Gingko Embrodiery, ChaTime, and Alba Laredo Ceramics) who will share their experiences, lessons learned, and insights from building their own businesses. Whether you’re refining your strategy, seeking capital, or preparing to scale, this workshop will give you practical tools, real-world perspective, and the financial clarity to grow with intention.

Register Here! 

Join our beginner-friendly Korean classes with native Korean tutor Yeonji! Learn how to read Hangul, order food and drinks with confidence, and build simple Korean sentences in a fun, relaxed environment. No previous experience is needed—just bring your curiosity!

Please pay your for class directly to Yeonji Hong.

[email protected]  
IG: @yjlofland  

Registering  https://kc.naaap.org/events/korean-class-conversation-practicehere will send you reminders for the class. 

Join us for the 4th Annual NAAAP-KC Potluck Picnic!

On Sunday, October 18, 12:00-3:00 pm we’ll gather at the Loose Park Shelter at 5110 Wornall Road. Bring a dish to share with fellow attendees. Whether you have a beloved family recipe, a favorite takeout dish, or simply an appetite for delicious cultural cuisines, we welcome all to partake in the festivities.

Come connect at this cultural exchange as we enjoy a feast of flavors. This event will be a delicious and delightful celebration of our diverse heritage and a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together.

This is a family-friendly event - all ages welcome. Bring your family members, friends, and children if you wish. Beverages, plates, napkins, and utensils will be provided. 

Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026, 12:00 - 3:00 pm
Location: Loose Park Shelter at 5110 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO 64112

What to bring: a food item to share

🎟️ Register here

What does it really take to turn a love for beauty into a business?

Join Justin from Edge Beauty at Silk Road for an evening of conversation, entrepreneurship, and makeup.

Justin will share how he got started, what he’s learned along the way, and what it’s been like building Edge Beauty. We’ll also have a quick makeup demo, plus plenty of time to hang out, ask questions, and connect with others in the community.

October 21, 2026 | 6:30–8:30 PM
Silk Road, 201 Westport Rd
$20 for non-members and $10 for members | Limited seating

Come hang out, hear Justin’s story, and leave with a little inspiration (and maybe a few beauty tips, too). 

Register Here!