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In collaboration with area minority chambers and multicultural organizations, the Kansas City Convention & Visitors Association (KCCVA) will host a Multicultural Showcase at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 6, at Harrah’s North Kansas City. The event is designed as an educational and networking opportunity for those that cater to and support minority-owned businesses. The event is also the launch party for the KCCVA’s Multicultural Guide and a part of the 2009 MED Week Celebration.
The theme of the Multicultural Showcase is “Mardi Gras in October.” The event will emphasize Kansas City’s growing diversity, and offer the chance to network and discover with festive cuisine, live entertainment, door prizes, gaming demonstrations and a Mardi Gras Cash Slot Tournament. The networking event will be preceded by an educational seminar from 3 to 5 p.m. titled “Funding Options for Small Businesses.”
When: Tuesday, Oct. 6
5-7 p.m. (Educational seminar begins at 3 p.m.)
Where: Harrah's North Kansas City
What: Mardi Gras in October: A Multicultural Showcase – a networking event for the members of local minority chambers of commerce and other multicultural organizations
Who: The event is presented by the Kansas City Convention & Visitors Association in partnership with the African Chamber of Commerce, American Indian Council, Asian-American Chamber of Commerce of Kansas City, Black Chamber of Commerce of Greater Kansas City, Coalition of Hispanic Organizations, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Greater Kansas City and Urban League of Greater Kansas City.
Contact: Alan Carr, 816-691-3829, or acarr@visitkc.com
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Photo Credit: Photos Courtesy of the Kansas City Convention
& Visitors Association
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Harrah's Casino and Hotel
Caption: Harrah's Casino and Hotel features more than 1,800 slots and table games, a hotel, seven restaurants and the 845-seat Voodoo Lounge.
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