A Texas-based supply-chain partner has expanded its relationship with DEG, naming the Overland Park company its digital agency of record.  DEG started working with Irving-based Provista four years ago, providing insight and assistance with aspects such as paid media, analytics and creative services. DEG's new role also will include creating a new website and member portal to streamline the user experience and drive awareness and lead generation.  Provista has more than $100 billion in collective…

The Global Entrepreneurship Week kickoff breakfast covered a variety of trends in several industries, from sports fans craving more engaging experiences to the rising dominance of the Latino consumer.  The event featured three panelists who shared what's happening in their respective industries and what the future holds: CiCi Rojas, partner and president of Tico Productions LLC; Clint Robinson, associate vice president and director of state and local government affairs for Black & Veatch; and Mary…

The developer of the $92.6 million Bellmont Promenade project in Shawnee is revising its plan, which will require approval from the Shawnee Planning Commission, the Shawnee Mission Post reports.  Legacy Development told the publication that it plans to introduce changes that take into account feedback from the planning commission and the public. The developer hasn't yet finalized which modifications to make to the 26-acre project, which currently includes 200,000 square feet of retail, commercial,…

After 32 years, Jim Chappell has sold his popular sports-themed restaurant, Chappell's Restaurant and Sports Museum, The Kansas City Star reports.  The North Kansas City restaurant and its sports memorabilia collection are now owned by a group of local investors led by David Block, president of Block & Co. Inc. Realtors. Financial details were not disclosed. Moving forward, California-based Broseph's Restaurant Group will operate the restaurant, which is located at 323 Armour Road. Broseph's was…

Three Kansas City marketing veterans not only are launching a branding and business strategy consultancy, they're launching a coworking space in Kansas City that's tailored for creatives.

The Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce unveiled the Top 10 Small Businesses on Wednesday evening, with the finalists ranging from apparel to transportation to a community bank. Only one will receive the coveted Mr. K Award, which is awarded to a business that not only is driving success, but embraces the business philosophies of entrepreneur and philanthropist Ewing Kauffman.  The Top 10 are part of the chamber's Small Business Celebration, which started 32 years ago as an avenue to shine…