When more than 600 attendees gathered this week in Kansas City for the second ESHIP Summit, they each came with their own ecosystems, businesses, local governments and support networks in... Read more
...to be the Silicon Valley of Latin America.” Here in Kansas City, a familiar message is ringing true: “We want Kansas City to be America’s most entrepreneurial city.” A strong... Read more
...intense curriculum and then an optional Liftoff and Playground program that teaches soft skills and an apprenticeship placement. The program places students across Kansas City in businesses from startup to... Read more
...Kansas City is fortunate to have you. Finally, thank you, Kansas City, for the opportunity to share your incredible stories. Startland — and its parent organization, the Kansas City Startup... Read more
...Securities and Exchange Commission’s equity crowdfunding regulations, the Kansas City-based tech startup’s OPO has already amassed more than $173,000 of its $1.07 million funding goal. Joshua Montgomery, Mycroft The aim... Read more
...Network. Today there are 39 affiliate programs in the CAPS Network, representing 83 school districts across 12 states. Kansas City recently played host to this group of pioneering educators when... Read more
...of a recognition to support entrepreneurs, said Drew Solomon, senior vice president of business development at the Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City. The City of Kansas City, Missouri, the... Read more
...and EnCorps45 Iron Man Award — Rick Usher, assistant city manager for small business and entrepreneurship, City of Kansas City, Missouri Utility Infielder Award — Elisa Waldman, the Small Business... Read more
Kansas City has a new fund targeting Midwest startups. The Enterprise Center in Johnson County is leading a bi-state initiative that’s working to capitalize the $5 million Fountain Innovation Fund.... Read more
...Anita Newton, who also serves as chief innovation officer at CommunityAmerica Credit Union, have presented product concepts each year since. Open Call is part of Walmart’s initiative to purchase an... Read more