Entrepreneurship Speaker Series: Unveiling the Entrepreneurial Journey with Andrew Jordan/Emma Ball

Schedule

Wed Nov 19 2025 at 10:00 am to 11:00 am

UTC-06:00

Location

3950 Newman Road, Plaster Hall Room 107, Joplin, MO 64801 | Joplin, MO

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Are you ready to be inspired, motivated, and equipped with the tools you need to succeed as an entrepreneur? Look no further than the Entrepreneurship Speaker Series at Missouri Southern State University.
This event brings together visionaries, innovators, and industry leaders from diverse backgrounds to share their journeys, insights, and expertise with our vibrant community of students, faculty, and aspiring entrepreneurs. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, an aspiring startup founder, or simply curious about the world of entrepreneurship, our Speaker Series offers something for everyone. Join us as we learn about Jordan CPA and hear the entrepreneurial journey from Andrew Jordan and Emma Ball.
Andrew Jordan is a CPA and co-owner of Jordan CPA Services, where he specializes in tax planning, bookkeeping, and fractional CFO services for growing businesses. He regularly speaks on topics like tax strategy, corporate governance, and the role of AI in accounting.
Andrew was named one of Joplin Business Journal’s 15 Under 40 and is a graduate of the AICPA Leadership Academy. Outside of work, he’s a proud husband to Sarah and dad to three wonderful kids — Evelyn, Theo, and Lillian — who inspire and energize him every day.
Emma Ball is the Chief Operations Officer at Jordan CPA Services and a 40 Under 40 honoree by the Joplin Business Journal. With a background that spans both corporate and small business roles, she leads with creativity, clarity, and a heart for people.
She’s the founder of the Hip Handmade Market, a beloved local craft fair, and speaks regularly on topics like small business taxes, project management, and personal growth. Emma is also a proud mom to Douglas and Isabella, a role that grounds and inspires everything she does.
Date: Wednesday, November 19th, 2025
Time: 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Location: 3950 Newman Rd., Joplin Missouri 64801
Missouri Southern State University, Plaster School of Business
Cornell Auditorium
This event is open to the public and also offered virtually.
Cost: No charge
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