Ascendra Masterclass: Build & Exit Your Business on Your Own Terms

Join us for the Ascendra Masterclass, a transformative full-day event designed to empower experienced business owners like you to take full control of your growth, scaling, and exit strategies. Hosted by Ascendra Association—a Missouri non-profit dedicated to providing education and resources to businesses—this masterclass brings together top experts in M&A, intellectual property, private equity, investment banking, and strategy consulting. Whether you're hitting $300K+ in profit, approaching $1M in revenue, or simply feeling stuck with generic advice, you'll walk away with the clarity, confidence, and actionable tools to author your legacy without losing control.

Why Attend?

Expert Insights: Gain strategies from professionals with 100+ years of combined experience in high-stakes business transitions.

Interactive Format: Dive into live panels, breakout sessions, and real-time Q&A—no fluff, just personalized guidance.

Networking & Community: Connect with fellow ambitious business owners and join an ongoing support network.

Take-Home Value: Leave with printed curriculum, exclusive business guides, valuation checklists, and video replays.

This isn't a sales pitch—it's a no-nonsense learning experience focused on your success. Bring your curiosity and questions; we'll provide the expertise, lunch, snacks, happy hour, and everything else.

Event Details:

Date: Friday, November 1, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (CST)

Location: Bounds Law | Industrious KC, 420 Nichols Rd, Kansas City, MO 64112

Investment: Just $97 (includes full access, materials, meals, and community membership)

Who Should Attend?: Seasoned business owners ready to scale, sell, or step away strategically.

Featured Speakers:

Carson Burke – Ascendra Board Member, CFP, Certified Exit Planning Advisor: Financial mastery for seamless exits.

Matt Semegran – Ascendra Board Member & Entrepreneur: Proven paths to acquistions and exits, for less than you want. Learn from his mistakes.

Destiny Bounds – Ascendra Partner & Founder of Bounds Law LLC: Expert in business law and IP protection.

More speakers TBA—stay tuned!

Agenda Highlights:

9:00 AM: Welcome & Kickoff Panel on Business Valuation and Exit Planning

10:30 AM: Breakout Sessions – Scaling Strategies & Legal Essentials

12:00 PM: Networking Lunch

1:30 PM: Deep Dive Panels on M&A and Private Equity

3:00 PM: Interactive Q&A & Toolkits

4:30 PM: Happy Hour Wrap-Up & Community Connect

Disclaimer: This event is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, tax, investment, or business advice. All decisions are your own responsibility.

Secure your spot today and step into the next chapter of your business journey. Limited seats available—register now!

Also check out other Business events in Kansas City, Arts events in Kansas City, Literary Art events in Kansas City.