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• BizTalk with Bill Roy Podcast Episode 294: Remembering Bill Roy

  27-01-2023 13:00
  Episode 294 of "BizTalk with Bill Roy" has been cathartic for the Wichita Business Journal news staff. At least it has been for me.Our editor and friend, Bill Roy, died last Sunday at the age of 61, of complications from ALS — a neurodegenerative disease that we saw first-hand take its toll on his body, but not his mind nor spirit.It's been a long week. We've heard from friends and well-wishers, and Shelby Kellerman and Daniel McCoy's wonderful story on Bill's Wichita business legacy had t
  
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• Wichita groups work to connect veterans with employment opportunities

  11-04-2024 21:28
  There's an untapped workforce in Wichita, and a few organizations are trying to let businesses know about it.
  
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• With 3 new tenants already in place, Wichita nonprofit set to acquire another South Broadway building

  11-04-2024 21:25
  The property used to be the longtime home of the Slape & Howard law firm prior to its move to the Delano District.
  
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• KDOT to hold open house for discussion, updates on K-96 improvements

  11-04-2024 19:38
  The project will expand the highway from four to six lanes between I-135 and 21st Street, reconfigure seven interchanges and add new on/off ramps at Woodlawn, Rock Road and Webb Road.
  
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• Wichita-based Emprise Bank plans $7.3M office renovation for new Kansas City HQ

  11-04-2024 17:35
  The Emprise Bank renovation in Kansas City could spur broader commercial and residential development in the Crossroads Art District.
  
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• Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers' growth leads to top-10 placement on Yelp list

  10-04-2024 21:42
  The company has previously said it wants to hit 800 locations by 2026.
  
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• Wichita roofing company grows into Arizona, Florida and other locations

  10-04-2024 20:24
  The company ranked first in WBJ's 2024 largest roofing companies list.
  
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• Despite some concerns about price, Wichita City Council approves nonprofit's purchase of former emergency shelter

  10-04-2024 20:03
  Proceeds from the purchase are set to go toward the city’s ongoing efforts to fund the development of a multi-agency center to address homelessness in Wichita.
  
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• Spirit AeroSystems replaces senior vice president of quality

  10-04-2024 18:38
  Spirit AeroSystems' new senior VP has the same last name as his predecessor.
  
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• Former Spirit AeroSystems CEO headed to Connecticut aviation company

  10-04-2024 16:58
  The Spirit AeroSystems president and CEO who resigned in September during turmoil at the company has landed a new job.
  
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• Spirit AeroSystems' interim CEO made $3M a month for 3 months in 2023

  10-04-2024 15:17
  Securities and Exchange Commission filings detail what interim Spirit AeroSystems CEO Patrick Shanahan and former CEO Tom Gentile earned in 2023.
  
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• Genesis Health Clubs continues acquisition spree with The Sandbox in Derby, KC

  09-04-2024 20:54
  The two-story Derby venue has eight sand volleyball courts, five pickleball courts, a yard game area and restaurant and bar.
  
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• 82-acre east Wichita estate known as the 'House on the Hill' sells for $6.6 million in auction

  09-04-2024 20:40
  The property, located near K-96, includes a Greek Revival-style mansion, large pond and its own log cabin.
  
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• Gene Haas Foundation donates $1M to WSU Tech for new machinists center

  09-04-2024 20:03
  The grant is the largest single donation to WSU Tech,
  
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• Coffee shop born in Valley Center now has high-profile downtown Wichita space

  09-04-2024 19:08
  Buffalo Brew Coffee Co. has grown to four Wichita-area locations, along with a mobile coffee truck it utilizes for events.
  
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• Four Wichita-made Cessna planes gets a makeover

  09-04-2024 18:27
  The new interior designs will be unveiled during the 2024 Sun 'n' Fun event in Florida.
  
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• Investment firm with Wichita leaders lands 9-figure deal with social media megastars Dude Perfect

  09-04-2024 14:18
  It's the first deal for Highmount Capital, which is co-headquartered in Wichita and New York. Its Wichita-based co-founder helped start the private investment firm after time at Koch Disruptive Technologies.
  
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• What the launch timeline now looks like for a big northeast Wichita pickleball project

  08-04-2024 21:20
  Aug. 1 had been the previous opening date target for the project off K-96, but that's been pushed back.
  
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• Kansas' million-dollar club is getting less exclusive. Here's how many joined the ranks

  08-04-2024 19:59
  The stock market's pandemic recovery and soaring salaries fueled by the turnover tsunami led to a surge in million-dollar earners. Here's how many joined the $1 million club in Kansas.
  
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• Union Rescue Mission promotes from within for CEO

  08-04-2024 19:45
  The nonprofit helps men overcome homelessness, poverty, addiction and other challenges through evangelical Christian ministry.
  
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• Report: Spirit AeroSystems' 737 fuselages must pass Boeing scrutiny

  08-04-2024 18:43
  A report published Friday also shows Boeing's outgoing CEO made $33 million last year but left some on the table.
  
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• Corporate Challenge 'a fun way for us to spend time together,' local exec says

  05-04-2024 21:55
  As the 2024 Corporate Challenge nears, hear from a Wichita executive on how they lean into the annual competition.
  
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• Intrust Bank wealth leader discusses what's shifted in securities brokerage industry

  05-04-2024 21:17
  "This whole idea of the fiduciary — that is really great that it's becoming more of a prevalence within other broker-dealers," Troy Jordan said. "It's something we're comfortable with, because it's just who we've been through all that timeframe."
  
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• McPherson workers at a plastics plant turn down union representation

  05-04-2024 20:35
  There's been several instances of union activity in the Wichita area in recent months. Here's the latest.
  
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• Introducing the Wichita Business Journal's 2024 40 Under 40: The full list

  05-04-2024 19:00
  The WBJ will honor its 27th 40 Under 40 class on June 13.
  
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• Cox Business announces vice president replacement as Mark Tucker retires

  05-04-2024 16:23
  The position oversees markets in Arkansas, Oklahoma and Kansas.
  
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• Boeing to pay Alaska Airlines $160M in compensation for door plug incident

  05-04-2024 15:59
  Boeing's payment to Alaska Airlines is said to be the first in a series of payments.
  
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• Report: Airbus, Boeing look to have a well-timed buyout of Spirit plants

  05-04-2024 15:42
  The two top worldwide aircraft manufacturers are in talks with Wichita's largest employer about who will get what — and when it will happen.
  
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• Ten Minutes With ... Telly McGaha, WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement

  05-04-2024 12:00
  McGaha stepped into the role following the retirement of Elizabeth King, who served in the position for 33 years.
  
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• BizTalk 358: Wichita Biomedical Campus and the activity around it

  05-04-2024 12:00
  A groundbreaking for the Wichita Biomedical Campus is expected later this spring.
  
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