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A formal degree in crypto? KC Futures DAO spearheads globe-spanning blockchain education collaboration

By Tommy Felts / December 12, 2024

A trend-setting new partnership between Kansas City blockchain visionaries, local digital innovation advocates and global thought leaders at the University of Nicosia of Cyprus could bank tech-forward thinkers a new degree of expertise: think a master’s in crypto. The opportunity comes as the KC Futures DAO, KC Digital Drive (KCDD) and the University of Nicosia…

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This startup comes with baggage: How one entrepreneur zipped away a classic travel pain

By Tommy Felts / December 10, 2024

Editor’s note: The following story was produced through a paid partnership with MOSourceLink, which boasts a mission to help entrepreneurs and small businesses across the state of Missouri grow and succeed by providing free, easy access to the help they need — when they need it. Amber Walderier’s entrepreneurial journey began with an unexpected inspiration:…

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Generator Studio promotes trio of longtime employees to premiere design firm’s ownership team

By Tommy Felts / December 10, 2024

Three new additions to the ownership structure at Crossroads-based Generator Studio — the first such change in the studio’s 15-year history — each helped transform the very landscape of Kansas City,  said co-founder Mike Kress. “They fully capture the spirit of Generator,” he continued, announcing that veteran team members Peter Baird, Christina Franklin, and Andrew…

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Former Hallmark, Crayola exec joins Reconciliation Services, shifting focus to equity of personal well-being

By Tommy Felts / December 10, 2024

A nearly 20-year corporate veteran has joined one of the most prominent nonprofit operations on Kansas City’s east side — marking another new chapter for Troost-based Reconciliation Services as Kristen Harris starts work as its new COO. “This role is an incredible opportunity to combine my passion for community impact with innovative leadership,” Harris said.…

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Super Dispatch names new CEO as one of KC’s top startups looks to next stage of growth

By Tommy Felts / December 10, 2024

A new CEO for one of Kansas City’s best known tech startups is expected to lead the charge as auto transport platform Super Dispatch continues its transformation, said founder Bek Abdullayev, who moves into a new executive chairman role. The company on Tuesday announced Matt Bradley has assumed the CEO position at Super Dispatch, taking…

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