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Regnier student venture contest returns Friday with virtual finalist pitches, real-world prize money
When the Regnier Venture Creation Challenge returns Friday, the competition’s newly virtual format will still reflect its commitment to fostering innovation in early entrepreneurs, said Bryan C. Boots. “The virtual RVCC will look different from what we’ve done in the past, but it will nonetheless provide an opportunity for practicing entrepreneurship, for gaining feedback on…
Former Kansas governor: Time to disrupt is now — starting with cyber attacks on remote workers, government
Editor’s note: The following is part of Startland News’ ongoing coverage of the impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) on Kansas City’s entrepreneur community, as well as how innovation is helping to drive a new normal in the ecosystem. Click here to follow related stories as they develop. As the Kansas City region recovers from the impact of a global…
‘I think I’m gonna make it’: How a pizza pivot could keep Fattyhead Keto Crust bringing in the dough through pandemic
Editor’s note: The following is part of Startland News’ ongoing coverage of the impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) on Kansas City’s entrepreneur community, as well as how innovation is helping to drive a new normal in the ecosystem. Click here to follow related stories as they develop. The new decade brought promise for Laura Manivong as an early stage…
LEANLAB secures $460K to help schools buy devices, WiFi hotspots for students sidelined by COVID-19
Editor’s note: The following is part of Startland News’ ongoing coverage of the impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) on Kansas City’s entrepreneur community, as well as how innovation is helping to drive a new normal in the ecosystem. Click here to follow related stories as they develop. Kansas City’s digital divide will soon be narrower thanks to a LEANLAB…
It isn’t just free money: PPP loan funds come with strings attached
Editor’s note: The opinions expressed in this commentary are the authors’ alone. Kirstin P. Salzman, Jessica Zeratsky and Kyle Gilster are partners at Husch Blackwell. This op-ed is sponsored by the Husch Blackwell law firm, which has offices in Kansas City and across the nation, and intended to provide additional insight into the Pacheck Protection Program (PPP) and its extension this week….
