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05AugAugust 5, 2020

As COVID-19 Pauses Legal World, KC’s Stenovate Uses Pandemic for Strategic Launch

Stenovate launched its platform for court reporters mid-pandemic. The timing might be ideal — and serve as proof there’s no wrong time to start a business.

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27JulJuly 27, 2020

Ruby Jean’s Juicery Lifted by Community Support as COVID-19 Pauses 2 Locations

The coronavirus pandemic has been challenging but also eye-opening for Chris Goode of Ruby Jean’s Juicery.

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22JulJuly 22, 2020

The Path Less Traveled: How Urban Hikes KC Founder Re-Imagined Her Business

Lisa Peña of Urban Hikes KC wasn't sure how to start a business. But Block Knowledge and other KC business resources helped make it happen.

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21JulJuly 21, 2020

Mom’s Secret Barbecue Sauce Inspires KC Entrepreneur’s Next Business during COVID-19

Serial entrepreneur Earstin Sanders started a new business during COVID-19. His Kansas City venture shares a special sauce and a passion for helping the community.

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14JulJuly 14, 2020

Conquering the Pitch: ‘Batman and Robin’ KC Tech Duo Thwart ‘No’ on Funding Journey

See how the dynamic duo behind KC-based The Vendors Assistant app were able to conquer the pitch on the path to project funding.

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25JunJune 25, 2020

‘Fresh Eyes’ Inspires Will Brown Interior’s Clever COVID Pivot, Focus on Feng Shui

COVID-19 gave Will Brown Interiors more than a pandemic pivot: The business owner also got clarity, greater purpose and a new business channel.

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27AprApril 27, 2018

Where to Go in Kansas City to Build, Invent and Create

Kansas City is full of makerspaces and workshops to help you make your idea a profitable business venture.

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