Funding

MTC just awarded $2.6M in investments; three KC tech startups earn state backing

By Tommy Felts / August 6, 2024

As Advoteck works to bring its app to market later this year, an equity investment from the Missouri Technology Corporation is expected to help the Kansas City-based startup expand its reach nationwide in the fight against cyber crime. MTC on Tuesday announced $2.6 million in investments across seven Missouri companies — primarily focused on fostering…

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Just funded: Meet the newest Digital Sandbox KC startups (and see what they’re building now)

By Tommy Felts / July 9, 2024

Digital Sandbox KC this week announced five new startups joining its program that will receive crucial support, mentorship and up to $20,000 in project funding to accelerate their innovative projects.  “We are delighted to bring these cutting-edge startups into the Sandbox, connecting them with the necessary support and resources to advance their innovative projects,” said…

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Wichita investors propel startup helping underserved schools, nonprofits boost workforce

By Tommy Felts / June 20, 2024

Startland News’ Startup Road Trip series explores innovative and uncommon ideas finding success in rural America and Midwestern startup hubs outside the Kansas City metro.  [divide] WICHITA — A more than $500,000 oversubscribed round from accredited investors — mostly Wichita backers — is just one milestone in tech startup KaaS’ plans for $1 million in 2024 investments,…

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Another point for Utopia: Small businesses score cash prizes in Access to Money competition

By Tommy Felts / June 4, 2024

Patricia McCreary is on a mission to show that Kansas City leads the way on senior and disabled care, she shared. Winning the established business category of the SCORE Access to Money pitch competition puts her one step closer, McCreary added. She founded Margaret’s Place — an adult daycare, senior recreation and wellness center —…

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Novel secures $15M round in bid to get tech founders the capital to turn their visions into reality 

By Tommy Felts / May 29, 2024

A fresh injection of capital is expected to help Overland Park-based Novel — helmed by two of Kansas City’s most seasoned tech founders — revolutionize growth for SaaS startups using its Capital Intelligence platform. “The tech founder’s journey is often fueled by passion but also filled with obstacles,” said Carlos Antequera, CEO and co-founder of…

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