Innovation knows no borders. In this dynamic fireside chat, we're bringing together global leaders and trailblazers to explore the journeys, challenges, and opportunities that define innovation today.

Whether you're a founder, student, investor, or community builder, this interactive session offers an up-close look at the real-world insights driving change across law, education, entrepreneurship, and data.

🎤 Meet the Speakers

✨ Laura Clark Fey
Principal at Fey|LLC - Attorneys at Law
Adjunct Professor at Baylor and KU Law Schools | EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework Arbitrator
Laura brings deep legal expertise in global data protection and the evolving AI landscape, offering rare insight into how regulatory frameworks are shaping the future of innovation.

✨ Edward Jones II
Founder of Beyond the Field Program | Athletic Development
Edward builds pathways to leadership through sports, equity, and education—empowering youth to think intentionally and act with purpose.

✨ Tesla Hague (Host)
Founder & CEO of On the Rise Coaching & Consulting | CMX Connect KC Chapter Director
Tesla will unveil a data-driven investing platform that uses market research insights to inform smarter, more inclusive investing across communities in KC and beyond.

🗓 Agenda

• Welcome + Introduction to CMX Connect KC

• Shoutout to Our Partners + Sponsors

• Speaker Chats (Fireside Style, One by One)

  • Laura Clark

  • Edward Jones II

  • Tesla Hague

• Networking

• Closing Remarks

💡 Why Attend?

• Hear how global innovators build local impact

• Learn about AI, law, data, entrepreneurship, and education from insiders

• Connect with a powerful cross-sector network of change makers

• Discover how to support hidden homeless aspiring entrepreneurs in KC's Northeast through donations

💛 Support the Cause

This event is free to attend, but we welcome donations to support:

• Our CMX Connect KC programming

• Embrace Your Shine, a local nonprofit helping hidden homeless entrepreneurs access the tools and support they need to thrive

🔗 Donation Link

🤝 Partners & Sponsors

Thanks to our incredible community supporters
Startland News • KCK Chamber • Kansas City AI Club • Keystone Innovation Lab • Bloomerang • NetHunt CRM • QuickBooks • Bevy • Deal Potential

🔗 RSVP Today – Be part of the conversation that’s re-shaping and co-creating KC's future as the epicenter of global innovation.