Tag: investing
A majority of Kansas City startups choose to maintain their hometown roots after they raise capital — even when the funds come from outside investors, a recent survey found. Of the companies that raised money in 2013 and 2014, 74 percent of them are still active and headquartered in the City of Fountains, according to…
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Editor’s note: The opinions expressed in this commentary are the author’s alone. The future of Kansas City entrepreneurship and business looks brighter than ever. And I am really excited! That’s because after helping manage the private wealth of some of the area’s most affluent families for more than 30 years, I’m beginning to see a…
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A recent survey of high-net-worth investors in the Kansas City area has found that most could benefit from independent due diligence and improved communication with other investors. The survey — conducted by KCSourceLink and the Alternative Investment Forum spoke with 80 area investors about their activities in early-stage investment. Mark Meyerdirk, founder of the Alternative…
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