Here’s a look at the local companies that raised the most funding in 2022 and how Kansas City compares to similar markets.

The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation is amplifying its search efforts for its next CEO with the help of Chicago-based Spencer Stuart, an executive search, board and leadership advisory services firm. The Kauffman Foundation’s previous CEO Wendy Guillies retired in the fall after serving in the role since 2015. Her tenure spanned more than 20 years at the entrepreneurship- and education-focused foundation. Its initiatives have included removing barriers to entrepreneurship, in-depth research detailing…

The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation is amplifying its search efforts for its next CEO with the help of Chicago-based Spencer Stuart, an executive search, board and leadership advisory services firm. The Kauffman Foundation’s previous CEO Wendy Guillies retired in the fall after serving in the role since 2015. Her tenure spanned more than 20 years at the entrepreneurship- and education-focused foundation. Its initiatives have included removing barriers to entrepreneurship, in-depth research detailing…

Gary Fish always has felt like an underdog, coming from a small town and building his tech companies in Kansas City rather than on the coasts. But the entrepreneur grew into what a former employee called "a visionary" because early on he saw cybersecurity's potential — and executed like crazy, making himself and his people millions.

The Porter House KC is opening a spot for local entrepreneurs to test and showcase their retail concepts and fail fast. The idea for the Kansas City retail space at 811 E. 31st St. has been in the works for years, but the entrepreneurial resource organization faced multiple roadblocks, from permitting to finding a contractor willing to do the work. The pandemic also delayed wrapping up renovations. The project was a complete gut and included adding a new roof, electrical and plumbing, among other…

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