MO-SECA Business Academy - Maryville

Friday, Apr 12, 2024 at 12:00 PM to Saturday, Apr 13, 2024 at 3:00 PM CDT

Brown Hall, 800 University Dr, Maryville, Missouri, 64468, United States

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Friday, Apr 12, 2024 at 12:00 PM to Saturday, Apr 13, 2024 at 3:00 PM CDT

Northwest Missouri State University, Brown Hall, Maryville, Missouri, 64468, United States.

This Business Academy offers valuable tools for improving the management of your program. Whether you are a director, coordinator, or family child care owner/operator, you will find valuable tools for running an early childhood business and gain skills to use them effectively. Join us for these encouraging sessions to pick up some gems that will make your work life better and drive change in your program to make it more efficient and effective. Rub shoulders with other program leaders, learn from their experiences, and share what is working for you.

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Sessions on Apr 12, 2024

12:00 PM

New to MO-SECA? Start Here! (Optional)

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
    Jacklyn Aldrich
    MO-SECA Project CoordinatorUMKC-IHD Early Childhood Innovation Center
    Jacklyn Aldrich is the Project Coordinator for the MOSECA. She has been working in public education for the past 22 years in both large districts and small rural districts as a classroom teacher in PreK-4th grades, Special Education teacher in PreK-12th grades, School Based Behavioral Specialist, Parent as Teachers Director, Preschool Director, Curriculum Director, Special Services Coordinator and Director, and Grants Writer and Grants Administrator. Jacklyn received her bachelor's in elementary education from Southwest Missouri State University, a master's in Curriculum and Instruction (Reading Emphasis) from Grand Canyon University, and a Specialist in School Administration (Special Education Director). Her family (husband, herself, and four kids) reside in Chadwick, Missouri, where they operate a working farm.
    12:30 PM

    Plenary Session: Voices of Vision: Operational Effectiveness in EC Programs

    12:30 PM - 02:00 PM
      Jennifer Biles
      Plenary SpeakerNational Presenter
      Jennifer Biles has over 25 years of experience in early childhood education, ranging from teaching student teachers to owning and operating her own childcare center. She has a master's degree in Early Childhood and is a Certified Business Analyst. Jennifer has a passion for training and coaching educators in the early childhood field. She believes that directors and owners of childcare centers need to dedicate time to working “on” their business and not merely just “in” their business.
      02:15 PM

      Professional Growth for Your EC Staff

      02:15 PM - 03:45 PM
        Melissa Roach
        Training Facilitator SpecialistMidwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership
        Melissa Roach is a Training Facilitator Specialist for Missouri Supporting Early Childhood Administrators (MO-SECA) representing the Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership (MCNL) of the Henry W. Bloch School of Management at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC). Melissa has a bachelor’s in early childhood and Elementary Education, and a master’s in education technology from the University of Central Missouri (UCM). Melissa has over twenty years of experience in Early Childhood Education, where she began her career as a toddler teacher, summer camp educator, and assistant director. She was a Parent Educator for Parents as Teachers and Great Circle for several years, before becoming a program and community relations manager for a non-profit safety organization based in Kansas City called Charlie’s House. In addition, Melissa also worked for Missouri Humanities as a Read from the Start Discussion Leader, and as a Parent Aide for the Department of Family Services. Friends, family, and colleagues alike, all have said that Melissa has a plethora of resources and experience that she loves to share! Melissa lives in Greenwood, Missouri with her husband, two teenage daughters (ages 14 and 13) and stays very busy, in addition to her work, as PTA President and chauffer to all thing's soccer, softball, guitar lessons, marching band, choir and more!

        Navigating Challenging Conversations

        02:15 PM - 03:45 PM
          Shannon Peery
          Trainer Facilitator SpecialistMidwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership
          Shannon Peery is a Trainer Facilitator Specialist for MO-SECA with the Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership (MCNL) of the Henry W. Bloch School of Management at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC). He is excited and grateful to be a part of this university community, enjoys sharing applied scholarship to ECAs across the state, and collaborating on capacity building and strategic projects with the Center. Shannon has a Bachelor’s in Theatre/Liberal Arts from the College of Wooster (Ohio) and a M.Ed from Avila University. He completed the Nonprofit Certificate in Management and Innovation in 2021 and, in December 2023, graduated from UMKC/Bloch with a Master of Public Administration degree. He joined MCNL in March 2023. Shannon’s experience includes many years as a secondary educator, primarily teaching Speech, Theatre and Humanities and serving as a Lead Teacher and Curriculum Expert. He is an amateur musician and actor. His creative interests are balanced with professional capacities of policymaking, program and arts advocacy, administration, presentation, research and writing, all in the service of good governance, inspirational nonprofit leadership, effective metric-based management and positive change.

          Business Planning for Growth – Part 1

          02:15 PM - 03:45 PM
            Rebecca Lobina
            Training SpecialistSmall Business Development Center (SBDC)
            Rebecca Lobina is a seasoned management and consulting professional with years of experience leading business owners and the workforce to success. She obtains an exceptional ability to establish a rapport and build trust with team members and clients. She’s assisted businesses with over 110 million dollars of traditional and SBA financing. Mrs. Lobina has first-hand knowledge of the common struggles that business owners encounter because she has owned two businesses herself. She has her Essential Coaching Skills certification through the Blue Mesa Group which she uses to assist business executives with improving their leadership skills. She is also part of a team of leaders who trains others throughout the Missouri SBDC state-wide system on how to properly coach business owners. She regularly advises or coaches approximately 150 – 200 entrepreneurs each year in the areas of process improvement, business plan development, sales growth, cost control, marketing and getting started. Since 2007 Rebecca Lobina has been with the Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for Northwest Missouri State University serving a nine-county area. She works with clients ranging from budding entrepreneurs to million-dollar businesses. She has served on the Missouri Quality Awards evaluation team which utilizes the Malcolm Baldrige criteria to evaluate businesses performance and identify areas of improvement. As a respected professional in her field, Mrs. Lobina has presented on the topic of “Lean for the Service Industry” at the national Association of Small Business Development Centers as well as on the topic of “Reaching Rural Women Entrepreneurs.” She has also received local community acknowledgement as one of the “20 Who Count,” the Missouri SBDC State Star award, recognizing her as the best business counselor in the state and Innovator of the Year award from the University of Missouri Extension’s Business Development Program. Mrs. Lobina consistently ranks in the top 5 of Missouri SBDC business counselors. Mrs. Lobina holds a Master of Science degree in Administrative Studies with an emphasis in project management from Missouri State University. She is a certified green belt in six sigma, a certified economic development finance professional and a facilitator for design thinking. Furthermore, she serves a dual role as the Director of Continuing and Professional Education at Northwest Missouri State University.
            04:00 PM

            Secure Your Business: Risk Management for Family Child Care

            04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
              Rose Muñoz
              Trainer SpecialistChild Care Aware® of Missouri
              Rose Muñoz is an Early Childhood professional development consultant with thirty years of experience. She holds a Master of Arts degree in Integrating the Arts into Curriculum a Baccalaureate of Science degree that combines both the fields of Psychology and Social Work, along with an associate degree in early childhood education. Rose’s experience ranges from Teacher Assistant to Director of Child Care Facilities. She maintains an ongoing career as a Professional Development Consultant, adjunct faculty at Metropolitan Community College-Penn Valley, and Instructor in the Early Childhood field as a consultant, coach, and trainer in the Kansas City Area. Rose is dedicated to the Early Childhood field and uses her positive attitude and tireless energy to encourage others to work hard and succeed through supporting children, families, and the community.

              Business Planning for Growth – Part 2

              04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
                Rebecca Lobina
                Training SpecialistSmall Business Development Center (SBDC)
                Rebecca Lobina is a seasoned management and consulting professional with years of experience leading business owners and the workforce to success. She obtains an exceptional ability to establish a rapport and build trust with team members and clients. She’s assisted businesses with over 110 million dollars of traditional and SBA financing. Mrs. Lobina has first-hand knowledge of the common struggles that business owners encounter because she has owned two businesses herself. She has her Essential Coaching Skills certification through the Blue Mesa Group which she uses to assist business executives with improving their leadership skills. She is also part of a team of leaders who trains others throughout the Missouri SBDC state-wide system on how to properly coach business owners. She regularly advises or coaches approximately 150 – 200 entrepreneurs each year in the areas of process improvement, business plan development, sales growth, cost control, marketing and getting started. Since 2007 Rebecca Lobina has been with the Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for Northwest Missouri State University serving a nine-county area. She works with clients ranging from budding entrepreneurs to million-dollar businesses. She has served on the Missouri Quality Awards evaluation team which utilizes the Malcolm Baldrige criteria to evaluate businesses performance and identify areas of improvement. As a respected professional in her field, Mrs. Lobina has presented on the topic of “Lean for the Service Industry” at the national Association of Small Business Development Centers as well as on the topic of “Reaching Rural Women Entrepreneurs.” She has also received local community acknowledgement as one of the “20 Who Count,” the Missouri SBDC State Star award, recognizing her as the best business counselor in the state and Innovator of the Year award from the University of Missouri Extension’s Business Development Program. Mrs. Lobina consistently ranks in the top 5 of Missouri SBDC business counselors. Mrs. Lobina holds a Master of Science degree in Administrative Studies with an emphasis in project management from Missouri State University. She is a certified green belt in six sigma, a certified economic development finance professional and a facilitator for design thinking. Furthermore, she serves a dual role as the Director of Continuing and Professional Education at Northwest Missouri State University.

                Funding Your EC Program Through Multiple Sources

                04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
                  Shannon Peery
                  Trainer Facilitator SpecialistMidwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership
                  Shannon Peery is a Trainer Facilitator Specialist for MO-SECA with the Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership (MCNL) of the Henry W. Bloch School of Management at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC). He is excited and grateful to be a part of this university community, enjoys sharing applied scholarship to ECAs across the state, and collaborating on capacity building and strategic projects with the Center. Shannon has a Bachelor’s in Theatre/Liberal Arts from the College of Wooster (Ohio) and a M.Ed from Avila University. He completed the Nonprofit Certificate in Management and Innovation in 2021 and, in December 2023, graduated from UMKC/Bloch with a Master of Public Administration degree. He joined MCNL in March 2023. Shannon’s experience includes many years as a secondary educator, primarily teaching Speech, Theatre and Humanities and serving as a Lead Teacher and Curriculum Expert. He is an amateur musician and actor. His creative interests are balanced with professional capacities of policymaking, program and arts advocacy, administration, presentation, research and writing, all in the service of good governance, inspirational nonprofit leadership, effective metric-based management and positive change.

                  Sessions on Apr 13, 2024

                  08:30 AM

                  Plenary Session: The Upside of Getting Down to Business

                  08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
                    Susan Schmidt
                    Content SpecialistUMKC - IHD Early Childhood Innovation Center
                    Susan Tomlinson Schmidt, MPA, ACNP, joined Early Childhood Innovation Center in June 2023. Schmidt brings a distinguished background in workforce development systems that bridge early career recruitment to education pathways with employment on-ramps and lifelong learning opportunities. Most recently, she served as President of the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance, a national network of universities, employers, and working professionals focused on building the capacity of the nonprofit workforce. In her career, Schmidt led the Institute of Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership at The University of Memphis.
                    10:15 AM

                    Business Practices and Supports for Family Childcare - Part 1: Community is Key

                    10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
                      Rose Muñoz
                      Trainer SpecialistChild Care Aware® of Missouri
                      Rose Muñoz is an Early Childhood professional development consultant with thirty years of experience. She holds a Master of Arts degree in Integrating the Arts into Curriculum a Baccalaureate of Science degree that combines both the fields of Psychology and Social Work, along with an associate degree in early childhood education. Rose’s experience ranges from Teacher Assistant to Director of Child Care Facilities. She maintains an ongoing career as a Professional Development Consultant, adjunct faculty at Metropolitan Community College-Penn Valley, and Instructor in the Early Childhood field as a consultant, coach, and trainer in the Kansas City Area. Rose is dedicated to the Early Childhood field and uses her positive attitude and tireless energy to encourage others to work hard and succeed through supporting children, families, and the community.

                      Understanding Your Center's Financial Statements - Part 1

                      10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
                        Rebecca Lobina
                        Training SpecialistSmall Business Development Center (SBDC)
                        Rebecca Lobina is a seasoned management and consulting professional with years of experience leading business owners and the workforce to success. She obtains an exceptional ability to establish a rapport and build trust with team members and clients. She’s assisted businesses with over 110 million dollars of traditional and SBA financing. Mrs. Lobina has first-hand knowledge of the common struggles that business owners encounter because she has owned two businesses herself. She has her Essential Coaching Skills certification through the Blue Mesa Group which she uses to assist business executives with improving their leadership skills. She is also part of a team of leaders who trains others throughout the Missouri SBDC state-wide system on how to properly coach business owners. She regularly advises or coaches approximately 150 – 200 entrepreneurs each year in the areas of process improvement, business plan development, sales growth, cost control, marketing and getting started. Since 2007 Rebecca Lobina has been with the Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for Northwest Missouri State University serving a nine-county area. She works with clients ranging from budding entrepreneurs to million-dollar businesses. She has served on the Missouri Quality Awards evaluation team which utilizes the Malcolm Baldrige criteria to evaluate businesses performance and identify areas of improvement. As a respected professional in her field, Mrs. Lobina has presented on the topic of “Lean for the Service Industry” at the national Association of Small Business Development Centers as well as on the topic of “Reaching Rural Women Entrepreneurs.” She has also received local community acknowledgement as one of the “20 Who Count,” the Missouri SBDC State Star award, recognizing her as the best business counselor in the state and Innovator of the Year award from the University of Missouri Extension’s Business Development Program. Mrs. Lobina consistently ranks in the top 5 of Missouri SBDC business counselors. Mrs. Lobina holds a Master of Science degree in Administrative Studies with an emphasis in project management from Missouri State University. She is a certified green belt in six sigma, a certified economic development finance professional and a facilitator for design thinking. Furthermore, she serves a dual role as the Director of Continuing and Professional Education at Northwest Missouri State University.

                        Living Out Loud: Navigating Deeper into the Principles of Traction

                        10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
                          Jennifer Biles
                          Plenary SpeakerNational Presenter
                          Jennifer Biles has over 25 years of experience in early childhood education, ranging from teaching student teachers to owning and operating her own childcare center. She has a master's degree in Early Childhood and is a Certified Business Analyst. Jennifer has a passion for training and coaching educators in the early childhood field. She believes that directors and owners of childcare centers need to dedicate time to working “on” their business and not merely just “in” their business.
                          01:15 PM

                          Business Practices and Supports for Family Childcare - Part 2: Increasing Revenue

                          01:15 PM - 02:45 PM
                            Rose Muñoz
                            Trainer SpecialistChild Care Aware® of Missouri
                            Rose Muñoz is an Early Childhood professional development consultant with thirty years of experience. She holds a Master of Arts degree in Integrating the Arts into Curriculum a Baccalaureate of Science degree that combines both the fields of Psychology and Social Work, along with an associate degree in early childhood education. Rose’s experience ranges from Teacher Assistant to Director of Child Care Facilities. She maintains an ongoing career as a Professional Development Consultant, adjunct faculty at Metropolitan Community College-Penn Valley, and Instructor in the Early Childhood field as a consultant, coach, and trainer in the Kansas City Area. Rose is dedicated to the Early Childhood field and uses her positive attitude and tireless energy to encourage others to work hard and succeed through supporting children, families, and the community.

                            Improving Performance Through Staff Evaluation

                            01:15 PM - 02:45 PM
                              Melissa Roach
                              Training Facilitator SpecialistMidwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership
                              Melissa Roach is a Training Facilitator Specialist for Missouri Supporting Early Childhood Administrators (MO-SECA) representing the Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership (MCNL) of the Henry W. Bloch School of Management at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC). Melissa has a bachelor’s in early childhood and Elementary Education, and a master’s in education technology from the University of Central Missouri (UCM). Melissa has over twenty years of experience in Early Childhood Education, where she began her career as a toddler teacher, summer camp educator, and assistant director. She was a Parent Educator for Parents as Teachers and Great Circle for several years, before becoming a program and community relations manager for a non-profit safety organization based in Kansas City called Charlie’s House. In addition, Melissa also worked for Missouri Humanities as a Read from the Start Discussion Leader, and as a Parent Aide for the Department of Family Services. Friends, family, and colleagues alike, all have said that Melissa has a plethora of resources and experience that she loves to share! Melissa lives in Greenwood, Missouri with her husband, two teenage daughters (ages 14 and 13) and stays very busy, in addition to her work, as PTA President and chauffer to all thing's soccer, softball, guitar lessons, marching band, choir and more!

                              Understanding Your Center's Financial Statements - Part 2

                              01:15 PM - 02:45 PM
                                Rebecca Lobina
                                Training SpecialistSmall Business Development Center (SBDC)
                                Rebecca Lobina is a seasoned management and consulting professional with years of experience leading business owners and the workforce to success. She obtains an exceptional ability to establish a rapport and build trust with team members and clients. She’s assisted businesses with over 110 million dollars of traditional and SBA financing. Mrs. Lobina has first-hand knowledge of the common struggles that business owners encounter because she has owned two businesses herself. She has her Essential Coaching Skills certification through the Blue Mesa Group which she uses to assist business executives with improving their leadership skills. She is also part of a team of leaders who trains others throughout the Missouri SBDC state-wide system on how to properly coach business owners. She regularly advises or coaches approximately 150 – 200 entrepreneurs each year in the areas of process improvement, business plan development, sales growth, cost control, marketing and getting started. Since 2007 Rebecca Lobina has been with the Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for Northwest Missouri State University serving a nine-county area. She works with clients ranging from budding entrepreneurs to million-dollar businesses. She has served on the Missouri Quality Awards evaluation team which utilizes the Malcolm Baldrige criteria to evaluate businesses performance and identify areas of improvement. As a respected professional in her field, Mrs. Lobina has presented on the topic of “Lean for the Service Industry” at the national Association of Small Business Development Centers as well as on the topic of “Reaching Rural Women Entrepreneurs.” She has also received local community acknowledgement as one of the “20 Who Count,” the Missouri SBDC State Star award, recognizing her as the best business counselor in the state and Innovator of the Year award from the University of Missouri Extension’s Business Development Program. Mrs. Lobina consistently ranks in the top 5 of Missouri SBDC business counselors. Mrs. Lobina holds a Master of Science degree in Administrative Studies with an emphasis in project management from Missouri State University. She is a certified green belt in six sigma, a certified economic development finance professional and a facilitator for design thinking. Furthermore, she serves a dual role as the Director of Continuing and Professional Education at Northwest Missouri State University.

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