Matt Nunnally

Dive into the latest Table of Experts discussion from the Kansas City Business Journal, featuring insights from Lever1's CEO, Erica Brune on enhancing employee retention for small businesses. Stay ahead of the curve with actionable tips to help you keep improving your employee retention: https://lnkd.in/gVAz8__C #HR #Payroll #Recruitment #Lever1 #SmallBusinessWeek

22

1 Comment

🌟 Exciting news! Check out our latest video on how the GROWKS loan program is supporting Kansas businesses. Learn how these strategic investments are driving growth and creating opportunities. Watch now and join the conversation: t.ly/GO_gp #kseship #GROWKS

15

Early bird registration pricing ends on Thursday, August 1st for our InterFace Kansas City Retail conference. This networking event will be held on August 22nd, hosted at The InterContinental Kansas City. TOPICS TO BE DISCUSSED: Economic Outlook: Panelists will delve into economic factors shaping retail property values and investment activity in Kansas City. Valuations and Investment Trends: Where are current valuations and what is the forecast for retail property values in Kansas City? Occupancy Rates and Rent Rates: How have occupancy rates and rental rates trended in the last year and what is the expectation for the next 12 months? Leasing Dynamics in KC Retail Space: Leading Kansas City retail brokers will share insights into demand and activity in the market. New & Growing Retailers: Which retailers and restaurants are seeking space in Kansas City? Tenant Preferences and Landlord Strategies: How are landlords and tenants changing tactics to meet evolving consumer demand in Kansas City? Evolution of Tenant Mixes: How are tenant mixes changing to draw more consumers more frequently? What are the strategies for entertainment retail and food & beverage tenants? Retail Real Estate Opportunities in KC Submarkets: Where is the greatest potential for growth in retail real estate in Kansas City? Which submarkets should we watch and what factors will determine growth? Learn more about the challenges and opportunities shaping the dynamic Kansas City retail market. And connect with the decision-makers buying, selling, financing, and brokering deals, as well as those spearheading development, redevelopment, and leasing initiatives in Kansas City. Register Here: https://cvent.me/25MmZ1 #InterFaceKansasCityRetail #retail #commercialrealestate #cre

1

Ready to take the first step towards your entrepreneurial goals? Come home to Kansas! From financial funding programs like GROWKS to networking portals like NetWork Kansas, our state has a robust array of resources ready to make your business dreams a reality. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gE4srfjn #LoveKansas #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness

18

The downward trend in small business employment continued last month, with leisure and hospitality seeing the largest change. Of the states tracked, Wisconsin was the only one to see an increase, adding 300 jobs month-over-month. See what the latest numbers show for your region and stay up to date with the Intuit QuickBooks Small Business Index on our interactive dashboard: https://intuit.me/3VhWHpA

4

Want to stay connected to the pulse of Kansas City’s business community? The KC Leaders Podcast is your connection to the city’s top innovators, business owners, and leaders! Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, Google, or our website to stay informed: https://lnkd.in/g2dHh8C4 #podcast #businesspodcast #kansascity #businessadvice

1

During May it is Pet Month in the U.S. 🐶 😺 🐦 🐊 Reviewing many of the key Supermarket chains/Retail Media Networks [Target, Walmart, H-E-B, Hy-Vee, Inc., Kroger, and Giant Eagle, Inc.] it seems there is a huge opportunity missed for most. Typically most marketing and advertising activity is centred around major key events, new product launches, and stimulating sales holistically. Stats show that the U.S. pet care market size reached USD $89.05 billion in 2023. So being Pet Month, it’s an opportune time for Retailers and Brands, to engage Pet owners. Target and Walmart are the only two that reference Pet Month. Target has a great page utilising UCG demonstrating product placement [link in comments below]. However, there are so many more surprise, unique, personalised, and repeatable, customer engagement opportunities. Think quizzes [onsite] and sweepstakes [onsite and offsite driven] as just two examples, to inform product discovery and data capture for personalised experiences during and after purchase. I just loved the experience Pet Culture [when they were around here in Australia], provided onsite, and throughout email comms….all addressing the Pet. See an example in the comments below. Anyone seen any good examples of Retailers promoting Pet Month? #retailmedia #commercemedia #marketing #advertising #innovation

30

6 Comments

Based on first-hand experiences with their clients, here are five strategies Commerce Bank's market leaders recommend for setting up a business for long-term financial success. (Sponsored Content by Commerce for Business)

2

This is a reminder of 2 things: 1. You should NEVER comingle your personal and business finances. 2. Partner with the right CFO to make sure you understand your businesses and their structures. https://lnkd.in/gwZ_q2ns

10

Ready for a challenge? Let's play! Jennifer's favorite places in Topeka are true local treasures. Guess all three for a chance to win a $15 gift card to one of these spots! Steps to Enter: ✅ Like our page ✅ Share your guess in the comments below. Good luck! 🌟 #TeamCompass #LocalFavorites #GuessToWin #WeAreYourCompass #Topeka

4

2 Comments

$1,300,000 saved for our client on fulfillment costs and additional expenses. Check out the short story below. If you're responsible for large scale projects and think you may be over-paying or want to discuss alternative strategies to save costs, feel free to DM. #brandedmerchandise #promotionalproducts #procurement #marketing #humanresources #premiums #customproducts #swag #customapparel #corporateapparel #corporategifting #personalization #customize #indirectspend #indirectprocurement #directprocurement #brand #brandmarketing #sourcing #fulfillment #indirectsourcing #ecommerce #webstores #companystore #packaging #brandguidelines #directspend #POS #POP #print #displays #experientialmarketing #influencermarketing BAMKO

27

The SCORE St. Louis team gathered various business resources for you to sort through. Varying topics such as: New Member Resources, Client Resources, Starting a New Business, Business Plans, and Chapter Roster Experience. Learn more: https://bit.ly/40xHfpO #MentorsToolbox #MentorsToolkit #MemberResources

2

Auto loan fraud is at an all-time high, with scammers using increasingly sophisticated methods to steal millions. Recently, three individuals in St. Louis were apprehended for their involvement in a fraudulent vehicle loan scheme, which resulted in a $348,000 loss for lenders. Read here: https://lnkd.in/g_hgU8kB But there’s good news! Simplici is at the forefront of the fight against fraud. Our advanced biometric account origination and e-signature technology eliminate outdated paperwork and streamline the entire process. This ensures a seamless customer experience and provides lenders and dealers with a significant competitive advantage. With Simplici, lenders are armed with cutting-edge tools and real-time insights to stay one step ahead of fraud. Let’s join forces to create a fraud-free future in auto finance. Reach out to Jim Delaney to learn more. #AutoLoanFraud #FraudPrevention #SimpliciDefense #Lenders #ProtectYourBusiness #StayAheadOfFraud #Biometrics #IdentityVerification #Onboarding #DigitalSignature

8

Hy-Vee is taking the whole store digital. And like it or not, you’re going with it. This is going to usher in a whole new era of retail. They’re the latest grocer to announce a digital shelf. This comes behind Walmart’s announcement last month. Joining Schnick’s, Whole Foods, and Good Food Holdings. I’ve said it before, but digital shelf has been missing link. It will be the nucleus for: -Real time pricing changes. -Geo-targeted sales and promotions. -Dynamic pricing for short dated items. -Item location for drivers and shoppers. -Location targeting of shoppers by marketers. -Push button promotion for brands and marketers. It will connect brands digitally directly to the store shelf. It will enable them to do some of the things we do in Retail Media every day. But on a much larger scale. Get ready. We’re going digital. Quickly. —— 🔹 We increase velocity in Whole Foods, Walmart, Target, Walgreens, CVS, Kroger, Sam's, COSTCO, and lots of other cool retailers. 🔹 We grow brands on Amazon. #cpg #cpggrowth #retailgrowth #retailvelocity #omnichannel #retail #amazonagency #retailmedia #shoppermarketing #instacart

20

16 Comments

We’re excited to announce that we have been awarded the State Apprenticeship Expansion, Equity, and Innovation (SAEEI) Grant by the Kansas Department of Commerce . This grant underscores our decade-long commitment to bridging the gap between IT talent and industry needs. 🚀 Here’s what this means for our community: 🔗 For Employers: Access to Skilled Talent: Enhanced training programs ensure apprentices meet your tech needs. Customized Training Solutions: Tailored modules for efficient upskilling. Cost-Effective Recruitment: Reduce hiring costs with a skilled talent pool ready to go. 🔗 For Apprentices: Cutting-Edge Training: State-of-the-art programs prepare you with skills that matter. Industry-Relevant Certifications: Boost your employability with recognized certifications. Real-World Experience: Hands-on projects to apply your skills in practical settings. 🗣️ From Neelima Parasker, our President & CEO: “This grant reassures us that our efforts and work we have been doing for almost the past decade to connect IT skilled resources to employers is supported by the state of KS. We have funds to help launch 50 individuals into tech careers with this grant and for that we are targeting at least 15 Employers in KS to partner.We are looking forward to using the SAEEI grant to foster significant growth in the tech sector, driving economic development and enhancing workforce readiness across Kansas.” Discover how our apprenticeship programs can accelerate careers and enhance workforce readiness. Interested in participating or partnering? Email us at apprenticeships@snapit.solutions. 🔗 Learn more and get involved: https://lnkd.in/gwNDJiNx 🌐 #SnapITSolutions #TechnologyEducation #WorkforceDevelopment #SAEEIGrant

27