Did you know that more than 50 percent of Google searches are from mobile devices? Or that your lack of a mobile-friendly website can impact your search rankings? Code Koalas founder Ryan Wyse joins Smart Companies host Kelly Scanlon to share tips on how business owners can avoid letting their technology become stagnant, use mobile applications to enhance their business and project a fresh web presence. The company develops websites,…

The leader of a Kansas City bank is also a leader in industry innovation. In early March, Josh Rowland spoke at the Bank Innovation conference in San Francisco. Rowland, CEO of Lead Bank, used the opportunity to share his vision with attendees. Rowland’s message at the conference was that banks must rethink what the banking landscape looks like. Rowland maintains that there is a misguided belief that innovation can only…

Alight Analytics, a marketing analytics firm based in Kansas City, launched a new product to serve professional sports teams, leagues and other organizations. Sports Marketing Analytics Solution, currently deployed by the NBA and the Memphis Grizzlies basketball franchise, is built on Alight’s exclusive ChannelMix data aggregation platform. The platform gathers data from a brand’s varying social media channels into one view. The streamlined collection allows the brand to more efficiently…

Allen Press, a Lawrence-based commercial printer, announced its acquisition of a Brausse 1050SFi Automatic Diecutter and Foil Stamping Machine—the first of its kind in North America. The machine is one of the most advanced on the market. “We’re thrilled to be the first printer in North America to acquire one for our pressroom,” said Taylor Fulton, senior manager of marketing services at Allen Press. “It’s significant because the machine greatly…

The City of Olathe has announced incentives to preserve and protect downtown storefronts. The grant provides assistance to businesses, offices, retail and food establishments in downtown Olathe for renovating or strengthening exterior facades. Three grants are available annually, contributing up to 50 percent of eligible costs. Grants will not exceed a maximum of $10,000 for a single property. Grant recipients will have one year, starting June 1, 2018, to complete updates…