Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.
Kansas Small Business Development Center offers many programs and funding options for diverse or disadvantaged businesses
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Kristina Mease
Regional Director KU Small Business Development Center
Email: kristinamease@ku.edu
Phone: (785) 843 8844
My Story
Dog / Cat mom – 2 huskies, 2 orange cats; I am very participative in our community - serve on the board for Lawrence Habitat for Humanity, The Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center, Lawrence Women’s Network; 1 Million Cups Lawrence
MBA graduate – emphasis in Marketing, certified in Google analytics, proficient in all Core SBDC areas, Leadership Training (KU Aspiring Leaders / Leadership Lawrence)
Served in an advisory role in the past – have knowledge and skill in relaying complex information is a simple and meaningful format. Worked at an Advertising Agency; Completed Leadership Lawrence in 2022