What’s a local dollar really worth? Made in KC launches study to find hard value behind ‘shop local’ mantra
“Shop local” used to be a throwaway term for the owners of Made in KC. “We didn’t really know the true value of shopping locally. Spoiler alert: We still don’t know,” said Tyler Enders, co-founder of the local retailer and meca for makers looking to establish a distribution footprint. Now, Made in KC is cracking…
Read MoreNickel & Suede: With two stores closed, even Inc.’s ‘most successful’ companies must flex courage amid 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. Being named one of Inc. Magazine’s 250 most successful companies in…
Read MoreAltCap: COVID-19 relief effort sees $30M+ in funding asks in first 72 hours of launch
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 Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation is a financial supporter of Startland…
Read MoreTeens already sick of Tik Tok videos? CommunityAmerica launching 100 virtual innovation internships
Editor’s note: The following story is sponsored by CommunityAmerica Credit Union, a partner of STARTLAND, the parent organization of Startland News. Click here to apply for CommunityAmerica’s virtual innovation internships. Applications close Sunday, April 5. The arrival of COVID-19 isn’t simply keeping young adults home from school, said Anita Newton. It’s denying them opportunities and…
Read MoreJason Grill on election innovation: No one wants to waste time, votes, or health security at polling places right now
Though Kansas Democrats’ transition to mail-in ballots for the coming primary is itself increasingly important because of COVID-19 and social distancing concerns, the initiative — when paired with Ranked Choice Voting — will eliminate “wasted votes” and empower voters, said Jason Grill. “It’s just a better way. It’s innovative. It’s something that more people are…
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