Talking Business Now
576 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsGet the inside scoop on how America’s most successful entrepreneurs are transforming their industries. On each episode of Talking Business Now, you'll meet one of your fellow business owners, founders or entrepreneurs who's "been there done that." Along with host Kelly Scanlon, guests delve into a specific challenge they've dealt with, their strategies for handling it and how it changed their company. You'll be inspired by each guest's entrepreneurial journey—and, through their experiences and examples, you'll gain insights into innovative ideas you can put to work immediately to increase productivity, improve processes, expand your market share and generate more revenue. Tune in , , , it’s time to talk business!
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Pure Pursuit Automotive: Reinvents the Car Buying Experience with CEO Glen Dakan
September 11, 2015 16:30 - 28 minutesFrom Navy Pilot to entrepreneur, CEO Glen Dakan is reinventing the way you buy a car. On Smart Companies KC, Mary McKenna filling in for host Kelly Scanlon sits down with Glen to discuss Pure Pursuit Automotive, a boutique sports car dealership that calls the Kansas City Crossroads District home. Discover how Glen’s love of cars, tech, and his attention to customer service is creating a unique experience for car buyers here and across the country. To hear more shows listen to our archives. ...
TV & Film Fashion Facilitated in Flyover Country with Wardy's Brian Toone
September 11, 2015 16:00 - 22 minutesDesigners from New York to Los Angeles are falling in love with fashion design technology developed in “flyover country” On this episode of Smart Companies, host Kelly Scanlon will introduce you to Wardy, founded by CEO Chris Palmer is a technology startup focused on streamlining and connecting the fashion and film industries. Wardy Production Studio launched this spring and is quickly gaining traction with hundreds of veteran, costume design professionals in TV & film on both coasts. Brian...
K.C. Brewmeister John McDonald Brewing Up Big Plans for K.C.'s East Bottoms
September 04, 2015 16:30 - 28 minutesBoulevard Brewing Company’s founder, John McDonald joins Kelly Scanlon on the next episode of Smart Companies-KC. 1n 1989 McDonald put down his carpentry tools to build Kansas City’s Boulevard Brewing Company into Missouri’s 2nd largest brewery. Boulevard enjoys a strong reputation and an enviable market presence in its limited territory, which consists of distribution in 25 states, Washington D.C., and a small amount in some Nordic countries. Get the latest news on Ripple Glass, established ...
Protecting the Rights of Small Business, SBEC President and CEO Karen Kerrigan
September 04, 2015 16:00 - 28 minutesThe Small Business and Entrepreneurship Council is every vigilant in our nation's capital, testifying in congress and sitting on committees to protect the rights of the nation's hundreds of thousands of small business owners. Karen Kerrigan, President and CEO of the SBEC is leading the council into its 20th year as a watchdog for small business owners in America. On this episode listen in as Karen and host Kelly Scanlon discuss a number of proposed laws under consideration that could adversel...
Kansas City Entrepreneurs Extend a Hand Up for Cristo Rey Kansas City
August 28, 2015 16:30 - 25 minutesThe Cristo Rey Network comprises 30 Catholic, college preparatory high schools for underrepresented urban youth. Through rigorous academics, coupled with real world work experience, Cristo Rey students graduate high school prepared for success in college and in life. Joining host Kelly Scanlon on Smart Companies-KC is Ted Koppen, Director of the Corporate Work Study Program at Cristo Rey-Kansas City. Koppen explains how the private school operates, how it’s funded and how each and every stu...
Decorated Marine Veteran Brent Bustamante Kicks Fashion Up a Notch
August 28, 2015 16:00 - 22 minutesAs the song goes, “Cause every girl’s crazy ‘bout a sharp dressed man” and Marine veteran, Brent Bustamante hopes the lyrics ring true for his new business. Luxe Neckwear. With just a few days remaining on his Kickstarter campaign, the much-decorated Sergeant Bustamante explains to host Kelly Scanlon how he tackled the stretches of boredom during his eight tours of duty in Afghanistan, resulting in his unique neckwear line that he is launching here in the states. To listen to more shows hos...
Launch KC - Bringing The Best and The Brightest in Tech with Drew Solomon
August 21, 2015 16:30 - 10 minutesDrew Solomon, vice president of business and job development with the Economic Development Commission joins host Kelly Scanlon this week on Smart Companies KC. This week LaunchKC is announcing the finalists from the 500 entrepreneurs who applied for 10 $50,000 LaunchKC grants. For the past few months, LaunchKC has been looking for the best and brightest to compete to bring their business models to Kansas City. Each eventual grant recipient will receive a $50,000 grant and a network of suppor...
Discovering Your Performance Breakthrough with Mike Goldman
August 21, 2015 16:00 - 27 minutesDid you know that fewer than 30 percent of your employees are truly engaged in the work they do? Your company could be running at less than one-third of its power, but there's something you can do to inject passion into your team. Nationally-recognized speaker, consultant and author, Mike Goldman joins Kelly Scanlon on this week’s Smart Companies Radio. Goldman has spent over 25 years consulting and coaching companies from the local entrepreneur to the Fortune 500. Discover how through the ...
Barbecue That's Good for Your Gut with Entrepreneur Brendon O'Neill
August 14, 2015 16:30 - 28 minutesAre you a Lover of great barbecue sauce but dietary restrictions have forced you to cross it off your list? Entrepreneur Brendon O’Neill, to the rescue. O’Neill who realized gluten was destroying his digestive system wasn’t ready or happy to end his love of barbecue and has developed KC Natural Sauces. KC Natural offers unique sauces for people who suffer from food allergies, autoimmune and inflammatory diseases and for people who simply love good barbecue. KC Natural is available in stores...
Green Means Go for Visionary Leader & Entrepreneur Reggie Chandra
August 14, 2015 16:00 - 30 minutesDiscover how to spend more time working on your business and less time working in it. One of most inspirational CEO’s in the United States according to Esquire Magazine, Reggie Chandra sits down with host Kelly Scanlon on this episode of Smart Companies Radio. Chandra is President and CEO of Rhythm Engineering considered by many to be one of the fastest growing companies in the United States. Rhythm Engineering Solutions operates in 156 cities in 31 states and positively impacts 3,000,000 mo...
Tapping the Potential of North America's Native Grapes
August 10, 2015 13:00 - 26 minutesMost wine lovers are familiar with European varietals such as Cabernet, Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Riesling or Pinot Noir, but these wines come from only one of the world’s many grape species. With its climatic diversity, North America is home to a large number of indigenous grape species whose wine-making potential is untapped. On this episode of Smart Companies KC discover why Vox Vineyards celebrates the remarkable diversity and how they are raising awareness of our native grapes. Vox Vineyard...
Missouri Wines: Worth Another Taste with Vox Vineyard's Jerry Eisterhold
August 07, 2015 16:30 - 26 minutesMost wine lovers are familiar with European varietals such as Cabernet, Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Riesling or Pinot Noir, but these wines come from only one of the world’s many grape species. With its climatic diversity, North America is home to a large number of indigenous grape species whose wine-making potential is untapped. On this episode of Smart Companies KC discover why Vox Vineyards celebrates the remarkable diversity and how they are raising awareness of our native grapes. Vox Vineyar...
Crisis Prevention at Your Business With P-R Guru David Johnson
August 07, 2015 16:00 - 26 minutesIs your company ready to deal with a crisis? Kelly’s guest this week on Smart Companies is David Johnson, CEO and Co-founder of Strategic Vision. Johnson brings over 25 years of public relations and marketing expertise to the fore and has been described by the media as a PR guru. Politically, he worked with the Bob Dole Presidential Campaign and has overseen numerous state and local races throughout the country. He has been quoted in such publications as PR Week, CBS MarketWatch, Wall Street...
Jon Stephens Wearing Many Hats on Both Sides of the State Line
July 31, 2015 16:30 - 28 minutesJoining host Kelly Scanlon on Smart Companies KC is Jon Stephens. He is the Founder & President, Rockhill Strategic and is a 15-plus year veteran of the advertising and marketing industry. He served as the director of marketing and public relations with the Cordish Company, and later the president of the Kansas City Power & Light District. He has served on many local boards focused on civic improvement and helped lead the bi-state, bipartisan bid for KC to host the 2016 Republican National Co...
Will Small Business Gain From Corporate Tax Overhaul? - SBEC's Ray Keeting
July 31, 2015 16:00 - 28 minutesThe Obama Administration and Congress have been at odds for months over a major overhaul of U.S. Corporate tax laws. Everyone seems to agree that something should be done but how will small business owners benefit? Raymond J. Keating who serves as chief economist with the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council (SBE Council), a nonpartisan, nonprofit small-business advocacy group, says corporate tax reform alone won't get the job done and instead insists it has to be comprehensive across...
HipHire.com: The Answer to Your Next Part Time Hire
July 27, 2015 23:00 - 25 minutesDid you know that 30 percent of all Google searches, about 300 million per month are employment related, and that 97 percent of all new jobs created are part-time? How do you find quality applcants to fill those part-time openings? Entrepreneur and founder of HipHire.com Brian Kearns, sits down with host Kelly Scanlon this week on Smart Companies KC to explain how HipHire.com is an online Software as a Service company that confidently connects businesses with quality part time people to inter...
HipHire.com: A New Spin on Part Time Employment
July 24, 2015 16:30 - 24 minutesEntrepreneur and founder of HipHire.com Brian Kearns, sits down with host Kelly Scanlon this week on Smart Companies KC. HipHire is an online Software as a Service company that confidently connects businesses with quality part time people to interview. Think Match.com for part-time jobs. Find out why Kearns is passionate about connecting employers and workers who share a vision of the ideal workplace culture. And learn how and why HipHire is not just another staffing company or temp agency. ...
Mastering the Perfect Pitch for Your Product With SpinGym's Forbes Riley
July 22, 2015 01:00 - 24 minutes"A successful life is a balance of health, wealth and happiness." This is one of Forbes Riley's personal mottos. Riley, the CEO and creator of the SpinGym fitness system visits Kansas City to teach what she calls the invaluable power of mastering the perfect pitch for your product, service, and business as well as for yourself. The 2010 National Fitness Hall of Fame inductee is an award-winning TV host, author, spokesperson and motivational speaker. She sits down to talk with host Mary McKenn...
Mega-Brand Entrepreneur Forbes Riley Shares Her Business Success Secrets
July 17, 2015 16:30 - 24 minutes"A successful life is a balance of health, wealth and happiness." This is one of Forbes Riley's personal mottos. Riley, the CEO and creator of the SpinGym fitness system visits Kansas City to teach what she calls the invaluable power of mastering the perfect pitch for your product, service, and business as well as for yourself. The 2010 National Fitness Hall of Fame inductee is an award-winning TV host, author, spokesperson and motivational speaker. She sits down to talk with host Mary McKe...
From Type A to Type T: Transforming Your Life with Author Marty Stanley
July 17, 2015 16:00 - 26 minutesMany people secretly yearn to be part of a movement that transforms families, communities and workplaces that are healthy, collaborative and empowering - but are afraid – or don't know how – to take the first step. National speaker, sought-after-management consultant and author Marty Stanley talks about taking that step in her new book, "From Type A to Type T: How to Be a Transformational Leader in a Bottom-Line World” which offers practical guidance to achieve personal and professional trans...
The Ups & Downs of a TV Makeover: Behind the Scenes on CNBC's "The Profit"
July 16, 2015 18:00 - 28 minutesBig changes and new opportunities are underway for The Lano Company, a Raymore, Missouri business that makes lanolin-based cosmetics. Miranda Coggins President of The Lano Company was featured on a recent episode of the CNBC reality show The Profit. The show’s star, serial entrepreneur Marcus Lemonis, invested $500,000 in the company for a 20 percent stake. In return, he’s pushing owners Miranda and Layne Coggins to make a series of changes in how Lano operates. That includes revamping Lano...
Changing the Way You Vote in Just 60 Seconds with Matthew Marcus
July 10, 2015 16:30 - 29 minutesFind out all about 1 Minute Candidate…What is it? And how can it help you the next time you’re in the voting booth. The man behind the 1 Minute Candidate explains how political candidates will be able to hammer their message home in 60 seconds minutes before you cast your vote. And you’ll hear more The Kansas City Startup Village (KCSV), an entrepreneur-led community helping to grow and support Kansas City entrepreneurs and the startup ecosystem since 2012. Learn more about your ad choice...
CNBC's The Profit Gives Cosmetics Company a Makeover
July 10, 2015 16:00 - 29 minutesBig changes and new opportunities are underway for The Lano Company, a Raymore, Missouri business that makes lanolin-based cosmetics. Miranda Coggins President of The Lano Company was featured on a recent episode of the CNBC reality show The Profit. The show’s star, serial entrepreneur Marcus Lemonis, invested $500,000 in the company for a 20 percent stake. In return, he’s pushing owners Miranda and Layne Coggins to make a series of changes in how Lano operates. That includes revamping Lano...
Spotlight: Helping High Tech Shine in Kansas City with Andrew Hsu
July 03, 2015 16:30 - 24 minutesSpotlight Analyst Relations matches up-and-coming tech firms with the right industry analysts ensuring the relevant stories are being told and helps distinguish them from their competition. On this episode of Smart Companies KC, Mary McKenna talks with Spotlight's co-founder and managing partner Andrew Hsu. Discover how the right branding creates value for startup tech firms with the right analysts who play a vital role in market opinion and buying decisions. Hsu who co founded Spotlight wit...
From Basement to Brewmeister: New Belgium Brewing CEO Kim Jordan
July 03, 2015 16:00 - 29 minutesOn this episode of Smart Companies Radio with host Kelly Scanlon you’ll meet the CEO and Co Founder of New Belgium Brewing. A dream of her husband, the original brewing company started in the basement of their home. Their goal was to be a $100 million company by 2010. New Belgium hit that a year and a half early and in 2013 the annual revenue was $190 million, making New Belgium the country's third-largest craft brewer. And discover how New Belgium has embraced the CEO's passion for the e...
Getting the Job Done with the Right Tools With James Davis, CEO DSS Distributors
June 26, 2015 16:30 - 27 minutesOn this episode of Smart Companies KC you'll meet James C. Davis, president and CEO of DSS, a veteran-owned small business founded in 1993. The company is a distributor of safety, janitorial and food service supplies and is a leading service provider in janitorial cleaning and are third-party green seal certified housekeepers. DSS is located at 7800 East 24 Highway in Kansas City, Missouri. Customer care and satisfaction are the factors that help make DSS leaders in the industry. Kelly and Ja...
Spicing Things Up With The Spice & Tea Exchange Founder, Clay Freeman
June 26, 2015 16:00 - 24 minutesHost Kelly Scanlon visits with Clay Freeman, Founder of The Spice & Tea Exchange. Freeman opened The Spice & Tea Exchange in 2005 with the hopes of bringing the 18th century spice markets to life and features a one-of-a-kind shopping experience that offers more than 140 spices and over 30 exotic teas. He opened his first location in 2005 in St. Augustine, Florida (Formerly called Old Florida Spice Traders). Since then, The Spice & Tea Exchange has celebrated 40+ store openings in 24 states an...
Full Moon Productions, More Than Just a Scary Good Time in Kansas City
June 24, 2015 14:00 - 27 minutesAmber Arnett-Bequeaith brings 20 plus years of leadership and marketing expertise to Full Moon Productions, serving as Vice-President since 2000. Full Moon Productions is a family entertainment venue that originated the haunt industry in 1975, becoming a national model for celebrating Halloween. Besides Full Moon Productions, Amber also helps oversee operations with Rumely Event Space, Group Real Estate Development, Inc., Authentic Boxing Club, West Bottoms Business District Association and ...
Hauntrepreneur Scares Up Economic Boom in KC's Historic West Bottoms
June 19, 2015 16:30 - 27 minutesAmber Arnett-Bequeaith brings 20 plus years of leadership and marketing expertise to Full Moon ProductionsI Inc., serving as Vice-President since 2000. Her duties at Full Moon include responsibility for daily operations, marketing, advertising, promotions, public relations, recruitment, community service activities, charity liaison, event and creative director and strategic planning. Full Moon Productions is a family entertainment venue that originated the haunt industry in 1975, becoming ...
From the Cell Block to the C Suite With CEO Andrew Medal
June 19, 2015 16:00 - 29 minutesAlthough He doesnt recommend it Andrew Medal in fact highly discourages mistakes that could put you behind bars. He does however share with Smart Companies host Kelly Scanlon that being an entrepreneur paid off during his two years in prison. Discover how his entrepreneurial spirit helped him survive and in fact thrive during his incarceration. Andrew Medal is the founder and CEO at Agent Beta. He's a published author and a regular contributor to Entrepreneur.com. Andrew will explain how ...
Local Source Marketing: Bringing the Farm to Your Table
June 12, 2015 16:30 - 23 minutesIn today’s competitive markets, just being able to produce a good product doesn’t assure you a thriving business. You have to be able to produce a consistently, high quality product and sell it at a price high enough to generate a sustainable profit. You may know everything you need to know on the farm but where do you go from here. On today's Smart Companies KC you'll meet Lesley Graham, Founder of Local Source Marketing. Lesley with years of experience in the food industry specializes in r...
Leadership & Management Success with Best Selling Author David Long
June 12, 2015 16:00 - 29 minutesSpeaker, Author, CEO and “Student of the Game of Business.” David Long joins host Kelly Scanlon on Smart Companies Radio this Friday. Long is Founder/CEO of MyEmployees, a 25 year-old firm in the Top 1% Worldwide in the Employee Engagement and Recognition industry. His firm specializes in helping managers build stronger, more engaging relationships with their team members, while linking the rewards and recognition program to the desired goals of the company. He believes (and lives to his ver...
Branding, Marketing & Content: JNA Advertising Can Help Make it All Happen
June 05, 2015 16:30 - 27 minutesAs a small business owner when do you need an advertising agency and what should you expect? Meet John Nohe, a seasoned veteran in the communications and marketing arena and founder of JNA Advertising, a full-service advertising agency, with clients across the globe. Founded in 2004, JNA is among the top 15 largest agencies in Kansas City and has clients in animal health, retail, aviation, tourism and human health. This past year JNA was honored as one of Kansas City's top 25 companies wi...
Real Management Solutions from Best Selling Author Bruce Tulgan
June 05, 2015 16:00 - 27 minutesJoining host Kelly Scanlon this week on Smart Companies Radio is Bruce L Tulgan. Tulgan is an American writer specializing in business topics. His books include It's Okay to Manage Your Boss, Not Everyone Gets a Trophy, It's Okay to be the Boss, and Managing Generation X. On this episode Kelly and Bruce will discuss his most recent book, “The 27 Challenges Managers Face: Step-by-Step Solutions to (Nearly) All of Your Management Problems”. Discover how the most effective managers use the fu...
Launching & Growing Your Business: Author Scott Duffy Shares Secrets to Success
June 02, 2015 14:00 - 26 minutesWhat is the most important job of an entrepreneur and how do you get started without a lot of money. Scott Duffy the Best-selling author of Launch! joins host Kelly Scanlon to answer those questions. You'll also discover the biggest single mistake to avoid when launching your new business. Scott Duffy is the Founder & CEO of Content.Market. He began his career working for best-selling author and speaker, Tony Robbins, and went on to work for several big media brands like CBS Sportsline, NBC I...
National Award Winning Company Bringing Jobs & Hope to Small Town America
June 01, 2015 13:00 - 28 minutesWhat started out as a creative way to help his parents in their retirement has turned into an international, award winning business. Alan Doan Co-founder along with his sister Sarah Galbraith of Missouri Star Quilt Company talks about the inception of the company in 2008 and how it's grown to where it is today, including the most recent honor. Alan and his sister Sarah were named as the National 2015 Small Business Persons of the year. The award is presented each spring as part of the U.S. Sm...
Small Rural Town Sees New Life Thanks to Missouri Star Quilt Company's Success
May 29, 2015 16:30 - 28 minutesWhat started out as a creative way to help his parents in their retirement has turned into an international, award winning business. Alan Doan Co-founder along with his sister Sarah Galbraith of Missouri Star Quilt Company talks about the inception of the company in 2008 and how it's grown to where it is today, including the most recent honor. Alan and his sister Sarah were named as the National 2015 Small Business Persons of the year. The award is presented each spring as part of the U.S. Sm...
Best-Selling Author Scott Duffy Shares His Blueprint to Launch & Grow a Business
May 29, 2015 16:00 - 26 minutesWhat is the most important job of an entrepreneur and how do you get started without a lot of money. Scott Duffy the Best-selling author of Launch! joins host Kelly Scanlon to answer those questions. You'll also discover the biggest single mistake to avoid when launching your new business. Scott Duffy is the Founder & CEO of Content.Market. He began his career working for best-selling author and speaker, Tony Robbins, and went on to work for several big media brands like CBS Sportsline, NBC ...
HEMP: Addictive, Legal & Still Going Strong After 20 Years with Barnett Helzberg
May 22, 2015 16:30 - 27 minutesThe Helzberg Entrepreneurial Mentoring Program (HEMP) is still helping Kansas City's entrepreneurs build bigger and better companies. HEMP pairs seasoned business owners with the program's mentees translating into an average growth of 43 percent. In the past 20 years HEMP has helped more than 300 local business owners who in turn have generated close to $750 million dollars in economic activity. On this episode of Smart Companies Radio KC, host Kelly Scanlon visits with Barnett Helzberg Jr., ...
Eliminate Roadblocks & Get Things Done with Rick Lepsinger of OnPoint Consulting
May 22, 2015 16:00 - 25 minutesHigh turnover, lack of accountability, resistance to change, poor communication, and poor decision-making are all symptoms of execution failures in your company and cost your company money. Discover how to plug those gaps and improve execution of your company’s strategy. Rick Lepsinger, President of OnPoint Consulting joins host Kelly Scanlon this week on Smart Companies Radio to discuss leadership and organizational effectiveness. Lepsinger has a thirty year track record of success as a hu...
Kansas City's Newest Escape, with Breakout KC's Matt Baysinger & Luke Thompson
May 15, 2015 16:30 - 28 minutesBreakout KC is a brand new interactive entertainment game in downtown Kansas City's River Market. Your goal as a customer is simple: You have 60 minutes to escape from a real life escape room. Crack the codes, solve the riddles, and use your intuition or your gut to make your escape before you run out of time. Breakout KC is the first escape or puzzle room in the Kansas City area and is the work of serial entrepreneurs Matt Baysiner, Luke Thomson and Ryan Henrich. On today's Smart Companies ...
Women Who Changed America with National Women's Hall of Fame CEO Jill Tietjen
May 15, 2015 16:00 - 28 minutesMeet Jill S. Tietjen, P.E., after 38 years in the electric utility industry, Tietjen became the first CEO in the history of the National Women’s Hall of Fame (Seneca Falls, New York) on 1/1/2015. An electrical engineer, she is currently an independent director on two corporate boards. A Past National President of the Society of Women Engineers, and the National Inventors Hall of Fame. She has been to the White House twice to see her nominees receive the National Medal of Technology and Inno...
Watching Your 401(k) Bloom with Blooom CEO Chris Costello
May 11, 2015 14:00 - 27 minutesMeet Chris Costello CEO and Co-Founder of Blooom (yes, three O’s) a company the Wall Street Journal calls, “One of the best online tools for retirement planning”. Bloom is an online investment advisor built exclusively for managing your 401k or other employer sponsored retirement plan. On this episode of Smart Companies Radio with host Kelly Scanlon, Chris will explain how his company is not another advice offering but a DIFY (Do-It-For-You) solution no matter where you work or the size of th...
Forging Change in Communities, with Amy Bretall
May 08, 2015 16:30 - 24 minutesOn Smart Companies KC, host Kelly Scanlon visits with Amy Bretall, an entrepreneur who when she’s not working to grow her business, Arbor Grove LLC, can be found volunteering across the Kansas City community. Bretall left the corporate world in 2014 to start her own company providing community planning, project management and public relations for communities throughout Missouri. Arbor Grove engages in comprehensive, regional, and economic development strategic planning activities that neces...
Quality Professional Investment Management Available to Everyone with Blooom
May 08, 2015 16:00 - 27 minutesMeet Chris Costello CEO and Co-Founder of Blooom (yes, three O’s) a company the Wall Street Journal calls, “One of the best online tools for retirement planning”. Bloom is an online investment advisor built exclusively for managing your 401k or other employer sponsored retirement plan. On this episode of Smart Companies Radio with host Kelly Scanlon, Chris will explain how his company is not another advice offering but a DIFY (Do-It-For-You) solution no matter where you work or the size of th...
Cornerstone Awards to Honor local Companies Contributing to K.C. Growth
May 01, 2015 16:30 - 23 minutesKansas City's entrepreneurial and business community is on fire. On this episode of Smart Companies KC with Host Kelly Scanlon you'll meet one of the people fanning the flames, the new president and CEO of the EDCKC, Bob Langencamp. Langenkamp has worked for the city of Kansas City since 1989 and has been involved in most of the major redevelopment projects undertaken during this period The EDC (Economic Development Corporation) is Kansas City’s primary economic development organization and ...
Doses of Entrepreneurial Dynamite with Author, Speaker & Coach Dixie Gillaspie
May 01, 2015 16:00 - 28 minutes“If you believe that an unlimited life, an unstoppable business, and perpetual happiness are all part of the “impossible dream” you haven’t met Dixie Gillaspie.” A regular contributor to Entrepreneur.com and the Huffington Post, Gillaspie will share her wisdom with host Kelly Scanlon on getting the most out of your mentor. Entrepreneurial pundits insist you should have a mentor when you decide to start a business and Gillaspie will share her steps on getting the most out of yours. Dixie is ...
ABC's SharksTurn a Cold Shoulder to Philanthropic Entrepreneur Empowering Women
April 28, 2015 14:00 - 28 minutesEntrepreneur Liz Bohannon was hoping at least one shark from the popular television show “Shark Tank” would come forward and help finance her company but at the end of the show it wasn’t the case. Bohannon this week sits down with host Kelly Scanlon on Smart Companies Radio to talk about her company Sseko Designs, how it’s nearing profitability in 2015, is putting young women in Uganda, Kenya and Ethiopia through college and is becoming one of the largest employers of women in the region. ...
Get a Return on your Marketing Dollars and Find Out What Really Works
April 24, 2015 16:30 - 28 minutesMichelle Jacobs and Mat Hertig Co-founders of Alight Analytics join host Kelly Scanlon to talk about your marketing dollars. Find out if you’re making the right marketing investments in your company and why Alight Analytics with its unique ChannelMix marketing platform can provide you with the aggregate information you need to boost sales and build your business. To find out more about Alight Analytics visit them online at: https://alightanalytics.com/about-alight-analytics-marketing-firm/ ...
Keeping Your Employees Engaged and Happy on the Job with Leigh Branham
April 24, 2015 16:00 - 28 minutesDo you know what the number one reason is employees quit their jobs? How about seven? Discover what the seven reasons are and what you can do to stop the exodus from your company. Leigh Branham, SPHR and the founder of Keeping the People, Inc. joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss the employment climate in the current economy. Branham is author of three books including,"The 7 Hidden Reasons Employees Leave: How to Recognize the Subtle Signs and Act Before It’s Too Late". They'll discuss the ...