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Lean Lab rebrands to reflect its evolution within education innovation

By Tommy Felts / May 8, 2018

The Lean Lab has announced a rebranding effort to better reflect and differentiate it from other groups in education innovation, said co-founder Katie Boody. Unveiling a new look in late April, the Kansas City-based organization is now LEANLAB Education, which Boody hopes will better communicate its mission, she said. “We know the nature of our…

H3 win at Regnier challenge puts Roy Scott $20K closer to his slice of $3B edtech market

By Tommy Felts / May 8, 2018

The oversized novelty checks are piling up at H3 Enterprises’ headquarters in the Crossroads. Founder Roy Scott secured another $20,000 in prize money Friday, winning top honors in the Regnier Venture Creation Challenge. “We are continuing to grow and preparing to launch our new technology in schools across the country,” he said in social media…

Fund Me, KC: WISE IoT tech aims to lower energy bills, decrease carbon footprint

By Tommy Felts / May 7, 2018

Editor’s note: Startland News is continuing its “Fund Me, KC” feature to highlight area entrepreneurial efforts to accelerate businesses or projects. If you or your startup is running a crowdfunding campaign, let us know by contacting news@startlandnews.com. Today’s featured campaign is from Kansas City-based Wise Power Inc. Who are you? My name is Kevin Williams…

Wonder Shops and Flats set to bring Blip Roasters, Bike Walk KC, medical group to Troost

By Tommy Felts / May 4, 2018

Wonder what’s in the works at 30th and Troost? This weekend’s Wanderfest provides the opportunity for a sneak peek at a long-awaited development in one of Kansas City’s in-progress revitalization corridors. The Wonder Shops and Flats serves as a key stop during Sunday’s festivities, which showcase maker and creative work in the Tower East neighborhood.…

Farmobile lawsuit claims dismissed, CEO says ‘Truth won out and justice was served’

By Tommy Felts / May 4, 2018

A more than two-year legal dispute over trade secrets has hit a milestone, Farmobile announced Friday, as a federal judge dismissed all claims against the Leawood-based farm data firm. “We welcome the court’s decision. Truth won out and justice was served,” said Jason Tatge, CEO of Farmobile. “Farmobile takes great pride in the development of…