KC Greats

Jordan Williams is a local designer that is delivering exciting style to us with his company, Keefe Cravat. Jordan is a homegrown entrepreneur with a few influences from outside KC as well. Check out this week's show to hear how he's built his business so far and where he's going in the future. Enjoy!

Jordan on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-d-williams-75b80b76/

https://keefecravat.com/

Swell Spark is the local company behind great experience based businesses like Breakout KC and Blade & Timber. Matt Baysinger, their CEO, grew up in the area and has grown the business nationally from KC.

Matt on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewbaysinger/

Nicholas Segura sat down with me for this week's show. Our discussion is about his journey here in KC and how businesses are missing the opportunity in culture specific marketing. I learned a ton during our conversation, I hope you enjoy it as well!

Nicholas on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholassegura/

Segura Marketing: https://segura.marketing/

If you're a foodie or whiskey drinker in KC, you probably already know who Ryan Maybee is. If you don't, you probably should. I had the privilege to sit down with Ryan, the owner of multiple hospitality related businesses here in town to talk about his journey and why he's still here in KC, even after making a name for himself nationwide. Enjoy!

Ryan on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-maybee-a709109/

J Rieger & Co.: https://jriegerco.com/

The Rieger: https://theriegerkc.com/

Manifesto: http://www.manifestokc.com/

Welcome back to KC Greats! We kick off the third season learning about The Global Orphan Project. This non-profit is based here in KC and making great impact on the lives of orphans and children at risk of being orphaned in the U.S. and overseas. Enjoy!

https://goproject.org

https://www.facebook.com/theglobalorphanproject/?ref=br_rs

https://www.linkedin.com/in/trace-thurlby-0102a47/

Notes Coming Soon!

Major Baisden isn’t a KC native, but he’s settled in quite nicely! Since moving here for work almost 15 years ago, he’s accomplished a lot, and now he’s created a new entertainment option for us a new professional wrestling league. That sounds simple, but he’s taking that business in a unique direction. Check it out to see what he’s doing!

Major on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mbaisden/

NWL site: http://fightkc.com/

Tannin Wine Bar & Kitchen: http://tanninwinebar.com/

38 The Spot / NWL: http://www.kshb.com/nwl-news

Mutual Musicians Foundation: https://www.facebook.com/MMFInternational

Martini Corner: http://www.martinicorner.com/

Tower Tavern: http://towertavernkc.com/

A few years ago, Shiv Gupta started a side project making BBQ rubs and spice blends in his basement. Now, it's a full grown business, possibly growing into something bigger. Take a listen to appreciate someone building a side project into a profitable business, just like any one of us could do.

Midwest Best: http://www.midwestbest.net/

Planter’s Seed & Spice: https://www.plantersseed.com/

American Royal: http://www.americanroyal.com/

Blend Tech: http://www.blendtechinc.com/

Southeast Enterprises: http://www.southeastenterprises.org/

Joe’s Kansas City BBQ: https://www.joeskc.com/

Josh Chrans is part of a unique group here in town called Kansas City Techno. Together, they promote their love for multiple styles of dance music here in KC. They bring national and international stars in their genre to Kansas City for their audience, as well as playing their own mixes locally. Don’t just succumb to believing the stereotypes, I think you’ll be surprised!

Kansas City Techno: http://www.kansascitytechno.com/

FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/137403727066/

Niche on Broadway: https://www.facebook.com/nicheonbroadway/

Uptown Arts Bar: http://www.uptownartsbar.com/

Josey Records: http://joseyrecords.com/jrm/kansas-city/

Wesley Hamilton works harder than you do. Harder than I do. Harder than just about anyone you'll meet. Plus, he does it with an infectious smile and a world-beater attitude. Don't miss this one!

Wesley on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamweshamilton/

Wesley's Foundation: http://www.disabledbutnotreally.org/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamweshamilton

Crossfit Lee's Summit: http://www.crossfitls.com/