Startland News Staff
Sometimes we share credit. The “Staff Writer” byline appears on stories reported, written, or edited collaboratively by members of the Startland News team — especially for quick hits and breaking news.
Recent Stories by Startland News Staff
Startup World Cup opens bracket (and $1M prize) to KC startups; regional tournament this fall at CPKC Stadium
Ten Kansas City finalists are expected to compete this September for a spot in the world’s largest startup conference and pitch competition — pitting Heartland innovation against founders from more than 100 regions around the globe.
West Bottoms developer signs NYC-based Australian cafe concept as first retail tenant in planned cultural hub
Kansas City’s historic West Bottoms is expected to gain a nationally recognized restaurant brand as SomeraRoad works to reestablish the riverside neighborhood as a cultural, culinary, and community destination, the developer said.
Just funded: 8 tech products get Digital Sandbox KC boost to strengthen KC’s innovation economy
Project funding and extended resources are expected to help more than a half-dozen emerging startups — including six in the digital health space — whose innovative technology concepts are forging the future of entrepreneurship in Kansas City, said Maria Meyers.
Patterson Fellows launches as an extension of its founder’s entrepreneurial foundation
A new fellowship for selected founders is designed to identify, support, and accelerate high-impact entrepreneurs developing innovative solutions to challenges faced in rural communities — backed by a $300,000 investment in each entrepreneur over three years by the Patterson Family Foundation.
Populous execs behind World Cup venues, Royals ballpark earn EY Entrepreneur of the Year award
Two leaders from a renowned Kansas City-based, global sports architecture firm are being lauded for their innovation, growth and an entrepreneurial vision that’s creating lasting impact within their industry and community.
Library’s small biz pitch competition returning with Kauffman backing, cash prizes
The pitch event is now accepting applications for another “Shark Tank-style” gathering. Founder Zoe Mays said the previous competition's $5,000 grand prize was a game changer for Scream Queens, her vegan ice cream business.
Tech on the ballot: Legislation tracking, analytics startup acquires Hello Citizen
A Missouri-built voter tech platform with a foundation in Kansas City on Tuesday announced the acquisition of a fellow St. Louis startup — in a bid to reach even more municipal-level governments and expand the company’s suite of tools.
Cross-border collaboration expanding Growth Mentoring with Joel Barrett at the helm
A just-announced partnership is expected to deepen mentorship, business support and entrepreneurial resources across the Kansas City region.
Seeing through the static: KC developer launches visual snow simulator after his own symptoms were dismissed
A Kansas City-based software developer and podcast host suspected he had a rare neurological condition, interviewed an expert to learn more, then built a communication tool after his own doctor dismissed his symptoms.
Alma Mader adding chicken-and-beer concept to expanded Southwest Boulevard taproom
A new space at Alma Mader Brewing marks the next phase of evolution for the local brewery following years of steady growth and national recognition — transforming the vision for its original taproom with a Czech-inspired tank beer service and a new food concept from one of Kansas City’s best-known chefs.