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Crema co-founder Dan Linhart: Effective company culture is more than just beer on tap

By Tommy Felts / October 4, 2016

Editor’s note: The opinions expressed in the commentary are the author’s alone.  Collaborating with a team is the most rewarding aspect of my work. There is just something awesome about doing great work with individuals that are diverse in skill and perspective and are aligned with the purpose behind the endeavor. Getting to that point,…

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Angel investment trends with the Angel Capital Association’s Marianne Hudson

By Tommy Felts / September 29, 2016

Editor’s note: The opinions expressed in the commentary are the author’s alone.  Kansas City is known for the Royals, great barbecue and recently-acquired tech firm EyeVerify. But it is also home to the headquarters of the Angel Capital Association . From its inception, the Overland Park-based Angel Capital Association has been led by executive director…

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Juan Campos offers ‘growth-hacking’ tips for small businesses’ Instagram

By Tommy Felts / September 21, 2016

Editor’s note: The opinions expressed in this commentary are the author’s alone. Two years ago, my business hit a plateau in social media audience growth. I didn’t know how to grow my exposure and was spending thousands of dollars each year on social media managers. The thesis was solid: social media growth would bring more…

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‘5 things on my desk’ with ShotTracker co-founder Davyeon Ross

By Tommy Felts / September 19, 2016

Startland News and the Kansas City Star have partnered to publish content as part of the Star’s new special section, “Spirit.” This story was originally published in the Star’s Sept. 18 Sunday edition. Kansas City doesn’t need an NBA team for it to stand out in the world of basketball. Working with partners like Golden…

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Coty Beasley: Digital divides threaten Kansas City’s future

By Tommy Felts / September 8, 2016

Editor’s note: On a daily basis, Coty Beasley translates the jargon-filled world of technology for clients. The Words that Frustrate (WTF) series aims to offer readers some clarity in an industry dominated by techies’ confusing argot. The opinions expressed in this commentary are the author’s alone. By reading this article, you may be one of…

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