Real World Initiatives (RWI) is a Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation affiliate program that works to prepare students and employers in the Kansas City region for the future. Through immersive experiences like projects and internships with leading business partners in our region, students get a head start on achieving their career goals. RWI has a goal to ensure that by 2030 all students in the Kansas City region graduate with one or more Market Value Assets. Reporting directly to the Chief of Staff, the
Ewing Marion Kauffman FoundationFastTrac is a Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation affiliate program designed to build and support entrepreneurial communities both locally and nationally. FastTrac provides entrepreneurs in the community with access to the tools and knowledge they need to launch their business. This curriculum-based program delivers facilitation through the affiliate network, over an 8-16 week period where entrepreneurs will develop a business plan and additional strategic levers to run a successful business. Reporting to
Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation1 Million Cups (1MC) is an Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation affiliate program designed to provide a supportive, inclusive space for entrepreneurs and their communities to gather, connect, work through business challenges and explore business opportunities together. Through weekly meetings held in 100+ communities, 1MC fosters entrepreneurship and helps support an economy that works for everyone. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Program Manager – 1MC will lead overall program operations,
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