Archive for the ‘Kansas City’ Category

Auto strike bad for ad industry

Monday, September 24th, 2007

For those following the news, GM workers went on strike this morning. [via] I won't go into a deep discussion about the good / bad of unions, but I personally don't think the UAW is relevant in today's business world, but thats for another day. Theres economist and plenty of ...

Technology speakers to get radio air time

Friday, August 3rd, 2007

KCUR, the local Kansas City NPR station, is looking for technology speakers for upcoming shows. The topics will focus on recent developments and technology that has been in the news recently. They're looking for a variety of technologists with a variety of expertise areas. Interested? Drop me a line and maybe you ...

Look Good, Do Better with Interwoven Threads

Tuesday, July 17th, 2007

Interwoven Threads was formed to inspire a culture of social change through a better business model. With a simple shirt as the catalyst, we hope to change the world. As Interwoven Threads grows, the opportunities for the better consumer to help those in need will increase. clothing that connects our style, ...

Would you add a brand as a MySpace friend?

Wednesday, April 25th, 2007

Interesting discussion around MySpace 'Friending' being a new form of advertising on MarketingVox. I'm not a huge MySpace user, but created an account a year or so ago to learn about it (and have created a Facebook and other accounts). I added Boulevard Beer, a Kansas City based brewing company as a ...

Chipotle Billboard – Meat Au Naturale

Thursday, April 19th, 2007

Did you want antibiotics with your lunch? We didn't think so. - All meats served in Kansas City are naturally raised - This is a follow-up post to my other Chipotle billboard post: Chipotle Billboard - Antibiotics - chicken not as dangerous to eat as before. I like this billboard because it expresses ...

It’s Spring in KC: Get Outside and Enjoy

Monday, March 12th, 2007

Officially Spring doesn't kick off until March 21st, but hopefully you were able to make it outside this past weekend. And if not, be sure to set aside some time in the upcoming week, with temps projected to be in the mid 70s Tuesday and Wednesday here in Kansas City. If you ...

Favorite KC Coffee Spot?

Thursday, March 8th, 2007

Via the Kansas City Business Journal, vote for your favorite Kansas City Coffeehouse. My favorites? Homer's Coffee House in Overland Park JP Wine Bar and Coffee House in the Crossroads Coincidently, stop by JP's for our Friday coffee morning with the advertising crew. Your favorites? Let me know, and I'll check them out. Technorati Tags: ...

Waldo Fire Update from Fireman Rob

Monday, March 5th, 2007

We had our friends Rob and Jessi over for dinner recently and we were captivated by Rob's story about the February 16th fire in Waldo, MO. One of the buildings that was destroyed was built in the 1920s, and I guess was once home to vaudeville shows. Waldo is an eclectic ...

Chipotle Billboard – Antibiotics – chicken not as dangerous to eat as before

Friday, March 2nd, 2007

Get Antibiotics from your doctor, not your chicken. - Now serving naturally raised chicken in KC - There have been a few billboards around town that have gotten my attention, so you will probably see future topics on outdoor ads as I'm able to capture a decent picture while driving (don't try ...

Pandora Founder visits Barkley and holds KC get-together

Wednesday, February 21st, 2007

Tim Westergren, Chief Strategy Officer & Founder of Pandora, stopped by to visit Barkley today, and will be holding a Kansas City get-together at the Screenland Theatre in the Crossroads tonight at 7 PM. Check out the Pandora blog for details. If you haven't heard of Pandora, it is a ...