Opinion

Networking guru Alana Muller’s tips on having a successful GEW

By Tommy Felts / November 11, 2016

Opinions expressed in this commentary are the author’s alone.    With Global Entrepreneurship Week just around the corner, seems like a great time to dust off a few key networking tips for entrepreneurs. But, first, let’s begin by answering the question, why should entrepreneurs care about networking? Some of you are probably thinking, “I don’t…

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Melissa Roberts on what the Kansas budget crunch means for area startups

By Tommy Felts / November 8, 2016

The opinions expressed in the commentary are the author’s alone.    Kansas is in the midst of a budget crunch of epic proportions — and we all know how and why we got here and who led the charge. We’ve finally reached the moment when all of our dirty jeans’ pockets have been turned out,…

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Grant Gooding delivers 8 key ingredients to a killer pitch

By Tommy Felts / November 8, 2016

Editor’s note: The opinions expressed in this commentary are the author’s alone. Check out more from Grant Gooding here. Recently I worked with some startups for LaunchKC and several folks asked me if I had my pitch “system” written down. I hadn’t, so I thought it was time I did. To be fair, you will…

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The WTF Series: Compute Midwest inspires with floating trains, NASA’s plans

By Tommy Felts / November 3, 2016

On a daily basis, Ben Kittrell translates the jargon-filled world of technology for clients of his tech consultancy. The Words that Frustrate (WTF) series aims to offer readers some clarity in an industry dominated by techies’ confusing argot. On Wednesday, Compute Midwest brought world-class innovators to the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts in Kansas…

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Chris Brown: Non-compete alternatives KC business leaders should consider

By Tommy Felts / October 10, 2016

Editor’s note: Opinions expressed in this commentary are the author’s alone. This article is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice. Readers with legal questions should consult an attorney. In addition to reducing risk and protecting employers, non-compete agreements can have community-wide benefits. But recent research by organizations including the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation…

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