December 21, 2012

  • Four points for a productive pitch to investors

    (Guest post written by Mark Hasebroock.) Frequently, we are asked, “What should I present to you when I pitch my business?” I’ve heard and read a number of different ways to pitch and they all have merit. There isn’t one specific right answer. But there are some guidelines. From our standpoint, as capital providers and…

  • New Kauffman CEO McDonnell on DST’s roots, lunches with Mr. K

    Tom McDonnell is making a move from one Kansas City institution to another. In September, McDonnell revealed plans to retire at year’s end from his role as chief executive of DST Systems, and on Dec. 4 the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation announced that McDonnell would become its new president and CEO, effective Jan. 1. McDonnell…

  • Omaha ad agency, VC firm launch “idea incubator” Drop Kick Ventures

    Omaha digital advertising agency Phenomblue and venture capital firm Dundee Venture Capital today unveiled Drop Kick Ventures, an “idea incubator” that aims to commercialize products developed inside creative, marketing and communication agencies. Its model brings together three entities – agencies, investors and entrepreneurs – to launch startups. “We were brainstorming one …

  • Web developer, account manager, studio designer and 76 more

    Every Friday, Silicon Prairie News presents opportunities in the region’s tech, startup and creative community. From a contract job to a co-founder role, these positions …