Entrepreneur News

Why "SEO" Matters
Posted on 05/07/2010
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) can help increase your company's visibility by making it easier for clients to find your website via Google and other search engines. SEO involves more than just picking the right key words--it is a targeted process that brings visitors to your site through search results.   more
Aging and Thriving on the Plains Conference
Posted on 03/15/2010
Wichita State University's Regional Institute on Aging is hosting the Aging and Thriving on the Plains conference March 25th and 26th at the Wichita Airport Hilton. This event aims to help rural communities connect with the resources of retired persons by motivating the older citizens of the Kansas plains to share their wisdom, expertise, and energy.   more
Beth Tully Shares Sweet Secrets to Success at the Butler Entrepreneurial Institute Launch
Posted on 03/06/2010
Dozens of people gathered at 7:30 AM on Tuesday, March 2, 2010 to share breakfast, network, and participate in the launch of Butler’s Entrepreneurial Institute. Beth Tully, local entrepreneur and founder of Cocoa Dolce, shared the secrets that helped make her business successful.  more
NetWork Kansas and Small Businesses Benefit from Social NetWorking
Posted on 03/05/2010
NetWork Kansas makes our social media debut and discusses the benefits of social media for small businesses.  more
StartUp Kansas Fall Round 2009 is Open
Posted on 11/06/2009
The application period for the next round of StartUp Kansas is now open and will not close until December 15, 2009.  more
Kansas Bioscience Authority Commits $50 Million to Increase Venture Capital, Accelerate Bioscience Business Growth
Posted on 11/06/2009
The Kansas Bioscience Authority recently announced that they have significantly increased the amount of venture capital available to innovative Kansas bioscience businesses - and to lead the state's economic recovery - approving a commitment to invest $50 million in eight private venture capital funds. The KBA investments will create a powerful magnet for private capital investment from around the country in Kansas bioscience companies.  more
Kansas Bioscience Authority Commits $50 Million to Increase Venture Capital, Accelerate Bioscience Business Growth
Posted on 11/06/2009
The Kansas Bioscience Authority recently announced that they have significantly increased the amount of venture capital available to innovative Kansas bioscience businesses - and to lead the state's economic recovery - approving a commitment to invest $50 million in eight private venture capital funds. The KBA investments will create a powerful magnet for private capital investment from around the country in Kansas bioscience companies.  more
SBA Launches New 100-Percent Guarantee ARC Loan Program to Help Struggling Businesses
Posted on 06/26/2009
Small businesses suffering financial hardship as a result of the slow economy may be eligible to receive temporary relief to keep their doors open and get their cash flow back on track through to a new loan program announced by SBA Administrator Karen G. Mills.  more
Washington County News Recognized by Kansas Press Association
Posted on 06/26/2009
StartUp Kansas' inaugural client, Washington County News, was showered with accolades recently by the Kansas Press Association Awards of Excellence contest for 2009.  more
NetWork Kansas Funding Programs: StartUp Kansas and Entrepreneurship Community Continue Growth
Posted on 06/25/2009
In difficult economic times, funding programs that serve to provide additional risk capital to entrepreneurs in startup and existing businesses in expansion become even more vital.  more
Kiowata Water Some of Best-Tasting in the World
Posted on 05/22/2009
Kiowata Water, a product of the Longford, KS business, was recently awarded the silver medal for bottled water at the Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting.  more
The Pot Rack - Blending Business with Community
A new business is gracing the historic streets of downtown Leavenworth, Kansas.  more
New Entrepreneurshup Certificate Offered by WSU
The Barton School of Business at Wichita State University will offer a new Graduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation in fall 2009. The certificate is an opportunity for individuals in the community to receive advanced study in the field without completing a degree program.  more
Bradford Saw, "Bradford Built", Bradford Conquered
TL Enterprises Builds Promising Future
Anderson County Becomes First to Award E-Community Funding  more
KTEC PIPELINE Applications Open
Applications will be accepted for KTEC PIPELINE fellowships until October 19. Interviews will be conducted in November and December, and entrepreneurs selected for the program will be notified in December.  more