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  • SPN interviews Michael Ferrari of SmartyPig

    So SPN recently had the opportunity to chat with Michael Ferrari of SmartyPig.  We first came across SmartyPig on Twitter, and then connected with them “in person” at this year’s Highlight Midwest. Now, after hearing more about the company’s expansion into Australia, and in the spirit of celebrating regional successes, we connected with with Michael…

  • SPN interviews Impromptu Studio – coworking in Des Moines

    We received quite a bit of positive feedback and buzz regarding last weeks post about the coworking initiative here in Omaha. Thanks to everyone for your kind words of encouragement! It reminded us that a few weeks ago, Silicon Prairie News was in Des Moines and had the chance to interview Daniel Shipton of Impromptu…

  • SPN interviews Andrew Hyde of TechStars

    Recently, Silicon Prairie News got a chance to connect with Andrew Hyde.  Hyde is the founder of four companies including: Startup Weekend, Endoze Design and VC Wear. He is an entrepreneur, avid community organizer and designer based in Boulder where he works for TechStars. [audio:https://spnewsnjt.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/andrewdhyde.mp3] Hyde just returned from Athens where the first International Startup…

  • SPN interviews Amy and Marty Wolff of WatchMeMelt.com

    You might recognize  from when they were on season three of NBC’s the Biggest Loser. Shortly after the show ended, the two married, and moved back to the Omaha area to start a fitness company. Not long after, they connected with entrepreneur Brian Kenny, CEO and founder of the weight loss social network, WatchMeMelt.com. Kenny…

  • SPN interviews Greg Chambers and Brian Smith of Mad Gringo

    So after hearing lots of buzz about this company called “Mad Gringo“, SPN had to investigate… After sending a note to learn more, we found out that “Mad Gringo” is the voice in your head that rises up three days into your vacation and tells you to stay on vacation. Find a way to stay…

  • SPN interviews Amy Morin of PlaiderPillar

    SPN caught up with PlaiderPillar’s Amy Morin to see what she’s been working on these days. Amy’s work in the creative design scene is amazing!  She was involved with the successful Omaha Fashion Week event a few months back, as well as doing some creative work all around town.  Take a look at some of…

  • SPN Interviews Eric Downs of DownsDesign

    SPN had the opportunity to interview Eric Downs, the man behind DownsDesign Studios. Eric is the man behind many creative things going on in Omaha including the BarCamp Omaha site, Joe Frost’s GivingReturns and more. Take a look at the clip and shoot Eric a note to find out more about what he’s up to!

  • Bo Fishback of the Kauffman Foundation at Highlight Midwest

    Here’s a clip that SPN did with Bo Fishback, VP of Entrepreneurship for the Kauffman Foundation.  Bo was the moderator during Highlight Midwest’s panel discussion and asked some very poignant and timely questions of the panel. Fishback’s role at the Foundation include developing and advancing transformative programs that strengthen entrepreneurial engagement in the economy and…

  • SPN interviews Bozell

    SPN Interviews Bozell from Silicon Prairie News on Vimeo. We had the opportunity to dine with Sylvia France and Will Flavell of Bozell yesterday and talk more about the Big Omaha Conference. Sylvia & Will are doing some amazing things in Omaha around social media, entrepreneurship and innovation and we’re happy to continue working with…

  • SPN interviews DOCCENTER team

    We had the opporutnity to interview DOCCENTER, fresh from their return presenting at the DEMO Conference.  For those of you unfamiliar with DEMO, the Conference attracts “the most-insightful media, the most-critical venture capitalists, the most-respected technology business development professionals, the most-connected corporate IT professionals, and the most-promising new technology companies in the world.” The interview with Todd…