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April Boyd-Noronha: Q&A offers cyber security insight ahead of Tech on Tap

By Tommy Felts / October 9, 2017

Editor’s note: The opinions expressed in this commentary are the author’s alone. [divide] Cyber security is a topic worthy of constant discussion because the threat landscape, as well as the needed protective measures, are ever-evolving, Kara Lowe said. Lowe, vice president of the KC Tech Council, joined me for a Q&A on the coming Tech…

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April Boyd-Noronha: 9 takeaways from KU’s GenCyber Summer Camp

By Tommy Felts / September 7, 2017

Editor’s note: The opinions expressed in this commentary are the author’s alone. [divide] I’m the product of two retired educators in the Kansas City metro area, so I know that learning is a lifelong process. The summertime, for many educators, is the perfect time for professional development. I applaud the efforts of the University of…

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Denise Kruse: So your startup landed its first big client — now what?

By Tommy Felts / September 5, 2017

Editor’s note: The opinions expressed in this commentary are the author’s alone. [divide] As a startup, it takes hard work to get a potential client through the door. You have to get them to believe in your business model and product or service you’re offering; wow them with your expertise and industry knowledge; and finally, close…

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April Boyd-Noronha: 6 steps to ‘flip the script’ on women in STEM

By Tommy Felts / August 10, 2017

Editor’s note: The opinions expressed in this commentary are the author’s alone. [divide] Next week, my oldest daughter will embark on the next level of her STEM journey — the college level. She has chosen to pursue a major in cybersecurity this fall. As a STEM parent, I’m filled with mixed emotions related to the…

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Affinity Worldwide CEO hopes $1M gift to Kansas City Startup Foundation spurs more community giving

By Tommy Felts / August 6, 2017

Editor’s note: Michael Wrenn previously was the owner of Startland News and its parent organization, the Center for Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Development (CEED). [divide] I’m a big believer in counting blessings and doing my small part to give back. My wife, Becky Cole, CFO of Affinity Worldwide, is of the same mindset. We’ve enjoyed success over…

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