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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Contributors Innovation and inspiration in KC Ben Paynter shares his experiences living and working in Kansas City
Tidbits People and places in Kansas City gaining recognition the world over
WORKING Professionals from around the world come to Kansas City to live their dream
living The Kansas City metro is a network of lively, unique neighborhoods
FACES OF AMERICA’S CREATIVE CROSSROADS Up close with 34 Kansas City creatives
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CONTRIBUTORS
2013/2014 Edition
group publisher, anthem publishing, inc., robin atkins
PAUL ANDREWS
editor-in-chief, pete dulin
Andrews, a Kansas City-based photographer, also runs a
executive ediTOR, LIFESTYLE, katie van luchene
creative services company in the River Market along with
ASSOCIATE editor, business, kathyrn jones
his wife, Sonya, and he teaches photography at a local
ASSOCIATE editor, lifestyle, Ericka Cherry
college. paulandrewsphotography.com
web editor, andrew schiller art director, dana allison-hill SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER, scott oswalt Contributing writer, Susan Fotovich McCabe, ben paynter
CAMERON GEE Based in the Crossroads Arts District in KC, photographer Cameron Gee explores his craft through both commercial and personal work. Holding his images to a minimal aesthetic
contributing Photographers, Paul Andrews, Roy Inman, Aaron Lindberg, Cameron Gee, Kim Golding Editorial Interns, jennifer brown, jill powers, Alex sher, Allison kohn
in an attempt to slow people down in our fast-paced digital
Senior Account Executive, jessica bokath
world, Cameron offers a glimpse of a genuine version
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of his subjects, as opposed to a constructed persona.
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chief financial officer, ed place
health, consumer products, commercial development,
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biosciences, architecture and children with special needs.
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KIM GOLDING
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Golding is a KC-based freelance photographer. Prior
controller, stuart youngs
to working at Hallmark Cards, she had a studio in Los
corporate accountant, SHANNON SIMMONS
Angeles and shot photos for a variety of publications
ACCOUNTING manager, bob rogers
and personalities. She was educated at Plymouth College
a/p analyst, deana hicks
of Art and Design in England.
CIRCULATION MANAGER, ANNMARIE WILLS executive assistant, Brooke thome
AARON LINDBERG Photographer Aaron Lindberg is a wannabe surfer, sarcasm aficionado and drummer. He loves his family and tacos. aaronlindberg.com
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LANDLOCKED AND LANDMARKED From its historic buildings to its most creative innovations, Kansas City architecture is a unique part of the city’s culture. It has been said that KC is home to more boulevards than Paris, and although there’s no Eiffel Tower in the skyline, there are plenty of iconic landmarks worthy of attention.
KAUFFMAN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS:
BUILDING KANSAS CITY
TThe world-renowned Kauffman Center is home to the Kansas City Ballet, the Kansas City Symphony and the Lyric Opera of Kansas City. Designed by architect Moshe Safdie and funded by $300 million in private investments, it hosts performers from around the world. It features advanced acoustic design, distinctive aesthetics,
story by ALLISON KOHN | photo by PAUL ANDREWS
state-of-the-art technology and two performance halls, which is why it is being considered for the distinction of eighth wonder of the world.
Two of Kansas City’s largest architecture and engineering firms have established
GE Advanced Technology and Research Centre in Qatar.
The KCP&L skyscraper is an iconic part of the city’s
themselves as national leaders.
skyline. The art deco building was constructed in 1930.
POPULOUS BURNS & MCDONNELL
Originally, this building was known for its flickering
Iconic architectural feats such as the new
Burns & McDonnell, an architecture,
Yankee Stadium in New York, London’s 2012
engineering and environmental consulting
Olympic Stadium and the Stadium Australia
company, is located on Ward Parkway near
in Sydney all share Midwestern roots, thanks
the Country Club Plaza. The firm boasts more
to Kansas City-based architecture and design
than 20 specialized services, such as air quality
firm, Populous.
control, aviation and transportation. Two Stanford University graduates, Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell, chose Kansas
The independent company is a product of HOK and LOBB, two large architecture firms that specialized in sports arenas. The firm, which moved its headquarters to
engineering consulting firm in 1898. In its
the River Market in 2005, works on some of
infancy, Burns & McDonnell focused on pro-
the world’s largest projects: arenas, ballparks,
viding clean water and other resources to
stadiums, convention
growing municipalities in the Midwest.
centers, fair grounds and equestrian grounds,
Now, 115 years later, the company employs
to name a few.
One of the firm’s most notable attributes is
floodlights and prismatic glass panels, which lit up nearby downtown streets.
KANSAS CITY STAR PRINTING PLANT: This press pavilion prints The Kansas City Star, Kansas City’s daily newspaper. The building is made mostly of steel and glass and features advanced printing methods
City, Mo., as the headquarters for their
more than 3,000 people.
POWER AND LIGHT BUILDING:
centers,
training
Populous has also distinguished itself in the industry on a global scale—the firm can lay
that have been recognized by a North American Color Quality Award.
UNION STATION: This station, categorized by its Beaux Arts style, was only the second of its kind when its construction was completed in 1913. Originally built as the central train station for the city, Union Station has since been restored and is now home to Science City, visiting museum exhibits, restaurants, offices, a 3-D movie screen and Amtrak.
JC NICHOLS MEMORIAL FOUNTAIN: Arguably the most-photographed landmark in the city, the
its dedication to its employees. In fact, for more
claim to designs on almost every continent.
than 25 years, Burns and McDonnell has been
resources: Populous populous.com, Burns &
Club Plaza. The fountain was erected in Paris in 1910 by
100 percent employee-owned.
McDonnell burnsmcd.com, Union Station
sculptor Henri Grebor. It was later moved to the United
JC Nichols Memorial Fountain is located on the Country
Some of the company’s recent projects
unionstation.org, Kauffman Center for the
include the Grand and State Red Line
Performing Arts kauffmancenter.org, Kansas
Subway Station Renovation for the Chicago
City Power & Light kcpl.com, The Kansas
Department of Transportation and the
City Star kansascity.com.
States and officially named as the JC Nichols Memorial Fountain, in honor of commercial real estate visionary Jesse Clyde Nichols, in 1960.
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A DENIM REVOLUTION Matt Baldwin’s craftsmanship has created a
with her spring/summer 2009 collection, Laricks signed on for the reality show.
jeans moment in the Midwest and on the
After winning the first season of
national scene. The quality, tailoring and
“Fashion Star,” Saks Fifth Avenue,
timelessness of Baldwin Denim ensures
TIDBITS FASHION
and charmeuse curtains
H & M and Macy’s purchased
dyed by local
her capsule collections,
this moment is going to last a
artisan Joscelyn
which featured her
long time. From Kansas
aesthetic.
Citian Jason Sudeikis to Olivia Wilde to Jay-Z,
Himes—who has
This
custom dyed pieces
aesthetic melds the
celebrities across the
classic structures of
nation have been
menswear with more
spotted in Baldwin
feminine silhouettes.
Denim. GQ named
Laricks designs have
Matt Baldwin one of
also been featured on
the top menswear
television, appearing on NBC’s “The Today
designers in the nation, but proof of his popularity
Show” and HBO’s “True
is in the appearance of Baldwin
Blood.” Laricks premiered her women’s wear collection last
Denim on the streets of Kansas City and the recognizable KC hat in local coffee shops,
September, selling exclusively at Saks in
like The Roasterie. Baldwin also designed the
the spring.
uniforms for local Mexican eatery Port
Recently, Laricks returned home to accept
Fonda, which diners take notice of between
the Impression Award at the Rock the Block
bites of mole.
Fashion Show. Rock the Block celebrates local
Baldwin Denim was born out of Matt
boutiques with an opportunity for owners to
Baldwin’s passion for good design and
show off their wares. The Impression Award
quality textiles. After working in his shop,
recognizes local achievement in fashion,
Standard Style, Baldwin used his knowledge
art and design. Laricks was presented
of the fashion industry to fill the need for a
with the second Impression Award,
revival of quality denim in the Midwest.
which is fitting for a young, local fashion
Baldwin Denim is a celebration of a historically
innovator garnering nationally acclaim while
American material and the styles of today’s
embracing her Midwestern roots.
LIFE LIVED ARTFULLY
or down depending on where the day takes
A renowned artist, Peregrine
the individual. Baldwin denim is perfectly
Honig was the youngest living
molded to not wear the individual but allow
artist to be included by the Whitney
the individual to wear the jeans.
Museum of American Art in a
Karan—signal Honig’s eye for art. Since 2002, Honig has also served as the artistic director for the West 18th Street Fashion Show. For many years, she has sent Birdies fashions down the runway. The West 18th Street Fashion Show is an annual fashion show held on West 18th Street in Kansas City’s Crossroads Arts District. Event organizers and a select panel choose 18 designers to send their designs down the runway each year, showing a plethora of local design, styling, makeup and modeling talent. 18th Street is the perfect host to this June event with its eclectic and vibrant art scene. Boutiques like Birdies and Peggy Noland bring in customers with their inspired window displays. YJ’s Snack Bar serves as a street side café from which people watch the street in between sips of coffee. Galleries abound around the area and the way they fill up with a varied crowd on First support of the arts in Kansas City. Adding character to the art scene in Kansas City, Honig engages in the local
permanent collection after the museum
KANSAS CITY’S FASHION STAR
for Vera Wang and Donna
Fridays showcase the
culture. Men’s and women’s collections are full of staple pieces meant to be dressed up
dip
community through the
purchased a set of her prints. Recently, she was a finalist on season one of the Bravo
Kansas native Kara Laricks has caused a
series “Work of Art.” In Kansas City,
big stir on the fashion scene since winning the
Honig continues to produce magnificent
first season of NBC’s “Fashion Star.” Once
art through her curatorial work with co-owner
a fourth grade teacher in the Shawnee Mission
Danielle Meister at Birdies Panties and Swim
School District, Laricks dreamt of taking
Boutique. Described as “an intimate apparel
her passion for design to the Big Apple. After
apothecary and swimwear boutique,” Birdies
graduating from San Francisco’s Academy
is a local shop focused on providing selections
of Art University and closing the Mercedes
tailored to many different body types. The
Benz Fashion Week graduate fashion show
hand-painted wallpaper, Victorian doors
art that she creates. resources: Baldwin Denim baldwindenim.com,
Kara Laricks karalaricks.com, Peregrine Honig birdiespanties.com
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continue to serve the community through helping with the Cross-Lines Community Outreach Program, which helps to feed those in poverty. On-field and off, the
KC CONNECTION TO WORLD SOCCER
Chiefs are always working.
GETTING IN THE SWING The Royals continue to be an integral part of Kansas City with an impressive run for a
story by ALEX SHER | photo by GARY ROHMAN
post-season spot since the All-Star break. The dynamic team continues to be actively
One of the highlights of Kansas City’s
In addition to this, The Sporting Club
involved in the community with charity
summer sports agenda is the 2013 Lamar
Training Center was dedicated on July 13,
work, including one of their annual events, the
Hunt U.S. Open Cup, which celebrated
2007. Located in Kansas City’s historic Swope
Broadcast Auction. This features an auction of
its centennial anniversary in 2013. Local
Park, the training center includes more
MLS team Sporting KC was the proud
than 7,800 square feet of facility
champion of last year’s Open Cup, triumphing
space and four soccer fields.
over the Seattle Sounders at Sporting Park in
The 7,000 square-foot main
Kansas City, Kan.
structure includes a large
exclusive Royals experiences such as enjoying lunch with Royals legends George John
Brett, Wathan,
For the first time, the 18th consecutive
locker room and lounge
Jason Kendall
MLS All-Star Game was held July 31 at
for players, treatment
and
Sporting Park. The MLS All-Stars competed
areas, a cardio and
your friends.
against AS Roma from Italy, marking the
weight training room
first time an Italian team has played in
and
the All-star Game. The game also brought
laundry facilities. In the
international players like U.S. men’s star
first six months of operation,
Michael Bradley and Italian forward
the center won two awards
Francesco Totti to the area.
for its construction and benefit to
equipment
of
RACING WITH NASCAR
and
NASCAR is still a crowd favorite at the Kansas
the community.
Speedway. The GRAND-AM Road
LOCAL SOCCER SCENE The Blue Valley Soccer Club offers
five
Racing Series makes its debut this year at
ARROWHEAD PRIDE
the Kansas Speedway. On a larger scale, the
youth the opportunity to play soccer in the
This year, the Kansas City Chiefs gained
Nationwide and Sprint Cup Series continue
Kansas City area. The home training facility
new general manager, John Dorsey, who
to attract fans each October as the forerunners
for this club is the Overland Park Soccer Complex. It includes recreational and premier leagues for both boys and
girls.
Teams
previously worked
the
compete closely in points. Additionally,
Green Bay Packers and
NASCAR has been involved in charity
former Eagles coach,
work and has raised $1.2 million for people
Andy
with
Reid.
public, and
The
impacted by autism at its “Speeding for a
the
Cure” charity event.
are open to children
team, is hoping
in
that this change
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through
12,
pre-K and
the more advanced
in
their
resources: Sporting Kansas City sportingkc.com,
re-
Blue Valley Soccer Club sportingbvsoccer.org,
cent draft picks,
Kansas City Chiefs kcchiefs.com, Kansas
open to children in
will improve their
City Royals kansascity.royals.mlb.com, Kansas
grades two through 12.
game. The Chiefs also
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and
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PHILANTHROPIC KANSAS CITY story by ALEX SHER | photo by PAUL ANDREWS “Be the change you want to see in the world,” could be the motto of the Kansas City community. More than 70 percent of Kansas City households regularly donate cash and more than 400,700 Kansas City citizens volunteer their time frequently, creating a positive, welcoming environment. The United Nations NGOs have recognized this, awarding Kansas City the title of
MEDIAN SALARIES:
most positive community in the world in 2011. This positive energy also leads to a community full of projects that thrive on people’s generosity. Sixty-nine percent of the $2 billion dollars donated annually by Kansas City goes directly to supporting the Kansas City community. Also, citizens can volunteer at and receive help from more than 7,500 nonprofits in the city that support everything from hunger to interfaith relations to childcare and more. Based on these statistics, it
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is easy to see Kansas Citians have a passion for helping people.
KANSAS CITY RANKINGS KC RANKED AMONG LOWEST AVERAGE APARTMENT RENTING COSTS At $695 per month on average, the KC area ranked among the lowest average apartment rent costs compared to 79 other major metro areas. KC Business Journal, April 2013.
KC, A MOST ROMANTIC CITY Kansas City has been named a “Top 10 Romantic City” for its performance venues, museums, shopping areas and eclectic eateries, making it a “cosmopolitan playground perfect for lovers to explore.” Livability.com, February 2013
KC RANKED SIXTH BEST CITY IN AMERICA TO RAISE A FAMILY KC checks in at No. 6 on list of top 10 cities in America to raise a family. KC was selected for its low cost of living and ample park space. The list was compiled by Movoto Real Estate, June 2013.
KC RANKED THIRD MOST CHARITABLE COMMUNITY KC ranks No. 3 among the nation’s 30 most philanthropic communities, according to a June 2013 list compiled by Charity Navigator. KC achieved this ranking through frugal charity CEO compensation and high revenue growth.
KANSAS CITY RECOGNIZED FOR ABUNDANCE OF CULTURE Kansas City ranked No. 7 on Homes.com’s list of the “Top 10 Culture Cities” in the U.S. for its significant influence on history, arts and literature. The Kauffman Center for Performing Arts, The Nelson-Atkins Museum, the American Jazz Museum and the American Royal all contributed to Kansas City’s placement, out-ranking cities including New York, Portland and Nashville. Homes.com. November 2012.
KC NAMED AS ONE OF “AMERICA’S BEST CITIES FOR HIPSTERS Home to a lively music scene, eclectic art district and flourishing night life, Travel + Leisure names KC one of “America’s Best Cities for Hipsters.” KC ranked No. 20 on the list, outranking cities like Las Vegas (21) and Miami (28). Travel + Leisure, April 2012.
KC RANKS NO. 3 ON FORBES’ LIST OF “10 BEST CITIES TO BUY A HOME” KC boasts a modest median list price and a large pool of options that makes this city rank No. 3 on Forbes’ 2012 list of “10 Best Cities to Buy a Home.”
KANSAS CITY RANKS AMONG “AMERICA’S 50 BEST CITIES” Kansas City ranks No. 15 among “America’s 50 Best Cities” thanks to its “unique blend of technology, arts and history.” Bloomberg Businessweek evaluated 100 of America’s largest cities based on leisure attributes, educational attributes, economic factors and more to generate the top 50 cities in America. Kansas City out-ranked cities including Los Angeles, Chicago and Dallas. Bloomberg Businessweek, September 2012
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AVERAGE PRICES
LOS ANGELES
DALLAS
NONE
25¢ - $1.40/mile
16¢/mile
Parking at the airport
$56
$75
$54
Ribeye steak dinner
$10
$29.85
$23.50
$7
$9
$11
$30
$75
$45
KANSAS CITY COST OF LIVING Tolls in the metro
10-mile cab ride Haircut Manicure
$13
$15
$16
All numbers compiled from research by KC Options staff.
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KC AREA LAKES & PARKS story by JENNIFER BROWN
BLUE SPRINGS LAKE Blue Springs, Mo. Fishermen can cast their lines into Blue
SHAWNEE MISSION PARK AND LAKE
event raises money for the Cystic Fibrosis
Shawnee, Kan.
runs and 5Ks.
Springs Lake, which is full of hybrid striped
The 1,250-acre park contains recreation-
bass, bluegill, largemouth bass, carp and
al facilities, such as softball fields and tennis
catfish. Swimmers and boaters will find what
courts, as well as a swimming beach and an
they are looking for on the beach and in the
archery range to add a little variety to
Kansas City’s Midwestern location and
marina. Locations for picnicking and camping
a fitness regime. A 150-acre lake offers
geography makes it a great place to bike. In
are also available.
fishing and boating, accessible by personal
Johnson County, Mill Creek Streamway Park
and rented boats during the summer.
features a paved trail that follows the creek
ENGLISH LANDING PARK Parkville, Mo. This beautiful park includes a paved scenic trail along the river with an incredible view, which is perfect for the avid runner. Boating,
JOIN ONE OF KC’S ACTIVE GROUPS BIKEWALKKC
BIKING TRAILS PROMISE ADVENTURE
from the scenic Kaw River. Longview Lake Trail is paved, and another popular trail, Little Blue Trace Trail, is crushed gravel. Outside of Kansas City, the Katy Trail provides a 185-mile adventure from Sedalia, Mo., to St. Louis, Mo.
softball and soccer are also popular sports
This rent-a-bike program allows riders to
in the area facilitated by the body of water and
get a street view of the city while engaging
fields in the park. The park also features the
in exercise. Planned bicycle routes help
historic 1898 Waddell A-Truss footbridge,
people stay safe while encouraging them
Check out Big Balls Kickball, an adult
one of only two of these types of bridges
to incorporate bicycling into active lifestyles.
league playing a classic, schoolyard game.
still standing.
The bikes can be found at various locations
The Kansas City Flying Disc Club offers
throughout the city.
the opportunity to learn and compete in the
HERITAGE LAKE AND PARK
DO SOMETHING DIFFERENT
sport of disc golf. For a more dangerous
KANSAS CITY AQUATICS CLUB
thrill, try roller derby. Two teams skate
At 1,160 acres, this park is expansive
In Olathe, Kan., this club offers swimmers
on a flat track and, using physical force,
enough to bolster a family’s active life. The lake
of all ages and fitness levels an exercise
push their players to the front, a thrilling
is 45-acres and features fishing and wind
program underwater. This program offers
spectacle both fun to play and watch in a
surfing for a day of watersports. Plus, for
swimming lessons, events
family-friendly setting. The Kansas City
Overland Park, Kan.
sports on dry land, there is an island shelter
and competitions.
Roller Warriors, an all-female team, and the Cowtown Butchers, an all-male team,
for picnickers; softball, soccer and
KC TRACK CLUB
football fields and jogging trail.
JACOMO LAKE AND MARINA
are two local roller derby teams bent on taking down the competition.
Individual or group runs and
Blue Springs, Mo.
walks that this
resources: Blue Springs Lake & Jacomo
group offers are
Lake and Marina jacksongov.org, English
long distance and
Landing Park parkvillemo.gov, Heritage Lake
also includes Missouri Town 1855 for
do not take place on
and Park & Shawnee Mission Park and Lake
the historian. Extensive trails around the
tracks. The club’s main event
jcprd.com, BikeWalkKC bikewalkkc.org, Kansas
lake make it ideal for keeping active by hiking,
is Brew to Brew, a 43-mile race from
City Aquatics Club kcaquatics.org, Kansas
camping and picnicking.
Kansas City, Mo., to Lawrence, Kan. The
City Track Club kctrack.org
The 970-acre lake offers boating and a marina for water lovers, but it
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KC TECHNOLOGY story by PETE DULIN
GOOGLE FIBER
a phone. EyeVerify negotiated a worldwide
including intelligent data capture, integration
Google Fiber’s debut in Kansas City
exclusive license to a patent developed by
technology and more. Perceptive helps
shines a spotlight on the city’s existing
University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC)
companies to streamline their processes,
technology scene and its potential for
scientists and West Virginia University.
reduce costs from paperwork and improve
growth. The superfast service boosts the
Another startup, RareWire, creates
customer service within a wide range of
city’s prominence in Silicon Prairie and across
apps on iOS and Android mobile devices
industries. The company has become so
the U.S. Also, it provides a competitive
through the use of its App Creation Studio.
successful in its field that it was acquired
advantage and benefits to local startups,
The company has created apps for Boulevard
as a business unit of Lexmark International.
homes, businesses and organizations as the
Brewing Company, The Atlantic, retailer
Garmin is known for the application of
service has plans to expand across the metro
Forever 21 and Graphic Design USA.
its GPS technology in products and apps that help the world navigate, be it aviation,
to nearby suburbs like fast-growing Olathe,
INDUSTRY LEADERS
Kan. over the next two years.
marine, fitness, outdoor recreation or tracking.
“Google Fiber gives us a leg up on other
At the other end of the spectrum, established
The company develops some of the coolest
regions,” says Tim McKee, Olathe Chamber
companies like Perceptive Software, Garmin,
products on the planet––such as Vector, a
of Commerce CEO. “Omaha, St. Louis,
Sprint and Cerner, are industry leaders in
high-precision, pedal-based power meter,
Denver, Tulsa, Oklahoma City—They don’t
their respective fields. These companies began
designed for cyclists by cyclists.
have this and it may be quite some time
in Kansas City and have grown into the
before they do, which makes Kansas City
mature companies they are today.
Cerner’s software and products help health care facilities around the world
Sprint continues to innovate and lead
improve pharmaceuticals, medical devices
with its array of products and services for
and other fields. Cerner’s success landed
businesses and consumers that extend beyond
the company on Forbes 2013 Top 10
mobile phones. For example, Sprint Velocity is
Most Innovative Companies in the U.S.
Google Fiber has fueled local tech
an emerging vehicle technology that provides
list (Cerner is ranked 13th in the world).
startups and initiatives including the
Internet access and helps drivers concentrate
The company recently entered an agreement
development of the Kansas City Startup Village
on driving. A June 2013 Forbes article states,
to purchase approximately 237 acres in
(#KCSV). The village is an entrepreneur-led,
“Sprint is becoming a leading player in the
south Kansas City. The expanded campus,
organic,
helping
vehicle communications market by offering
if constructed, would potentially house
bolster the Kansas City entrepreneurial and
more than just the wireless connection. It
12,000-15,000
startup community.
has also developed expertise in navigation,
upon full build-out.
that much more attractive.”
KANSAS CITY STARTUP VILLAGE
grassroots
initiative
additional
associates
EyeVerify is one of two-dozen startups
managing complicated vendor ecosystems
that are residents of the Village. Led by
and adapting communications applications
resources: Sprint sprint.com, Kansas City
Founder and CEO Toby Rush, EyeVerify
to the driving environment.”
Startup Village kcstartupvillage.org, Perceptive
is focused on eye vein biometrics that
Perceptive Software builds process and
can deliver fingerprint level accuracy from
content management software for business
Software
perceptivesoftware.com,
Garmin
garmin.com, Cerner cerner.com
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TIDBITS CULINARY
KANSAS CITY’S CULINARY CULTURE story by ERICKA CHERRY
SOMETHING’S COOKING IN THE WEST BOTTOMS Now that the age of caring about the
SOUTHERN WITH A TWIST
origin of food is again upon us, Local Pig
Chef
Shanita
potato biscuit recipe, and it needed tweaking, but it was still pretty good. McAfee, What do you hope to do
Charcuterie is quickly becoming a Kansas
Magnolia’s Contemporary Southern
City favorite and, with an article in the
Bistro owner, brings the cooking of the
the New York Times, a point of interest on
South to a Midwestern audience. As with
I want to finish our cookbook. We are
the national radar. Alex Pope has created
any great chef, her distinct style has been
also working on a line of ice creams. And
not only a successful butcher shop, but
crafted by not only culinary school, but
packaged food, I would love to figure out
also a space where customers can appreciate
also her life experiences. As a talented
a way to get our food into grocery stores.
the preparation of their meat. Pope offers
chef on the burgeoning local food scene,
butchering classes where customers take
Chef McAfee aspires to do much more
a hands-on approach to learning how to
with Magnolia’s than can even fit in the
break down an animal into usable cuts.
Southern restaurant.
with Magnolia’s in the future?
Manifesto, Kansas City’s speakeasy-style
Weekly or biweekly butcher boxes—in
bar in The Rieger Hotel Grill & Exchange, is Where do you find inspiration for creating
five-, seven- or 10-pound boxes—come filled with items such as roasts, burgers
new dishes?
serving up classically-inspired cocktails with fresh ingredients, and it’s gaining a
and sausages and a varied selection of
Everywhere. I have phases, I think a lot
lot of attention. The New York Times,
stocks, spice blends and fresh herbs that
of chefs do. In terms of Southern food, I
Esquire and Nightclub & Bar Magazine have
complement the cuts. For instant
think Southern cuisine is the foundation of
all taken notice, but what has allowed for
American food. It combines African
its success is the national and local interest
and Native American cuisines
in classic cocktails. The cocktails on the
to create traditional dishes
menu in the 48-seat bar are labor intensive,
gratification, Local Pig has hit the street in mobile form with the Pigwich
as
all the more rewarding for taste buds,
menu items like the
the food of America. My
and the menu changes with the seasons
1/3-pound burger,
approach when I cook is
and is sectioned by alcohol type, such as
hefty cheese steak
historical. I go back in history
gin and vodka.
food truck. Tempting
and
savory
banh
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PROFILE NATE ORR
Social Media Club of Kansas City The Social Media Club of Kansas City is the local chapter of the international Social Media Club. Creating an environment of education, networking and sharing, SMCKC presents multiple events throughout the year, including special screenings of social media-related movies, VIP tickets to local events and discounted
KC’S SOCIAL MEDIA CONNECTION
rates for conferences and summits. In addition, SMCKC recently won an
outstanding
chapter
award.
SMCKC meets the first Friday of every month for breakfast with a side of engaging industry discussion.
story by ERICKA CHERRY
Nate Orr sits behind his desk at Spencer Fane Britt & Browne, a local law firm in
mind. Spencer Fane embraces its use among employees in order to increase visibility.
professionals – and it has gotten exponentially
downtown Kansas City. His window frames
“Building client relationships is crucial
better since I returned to KC 15 years ago,”
the city’s skyline on a rainy day, making his
in this industry. People learn about lawyers
Orr says. “Kansas City offers almost every
office all the more impressive. On this day,
through personal interactions. Beyond
amenity of any larger city. It is large enough
we sit down to talk about Orr’s position at the
personal interactions, we encourage our
to offer an array of social and professional
firm, social media law, young professionals in
lawyers to keep their LinkedIn profiles
outlets but small enough for one to make
Kansas City and Orr’s experience living and
up-to-date, so potential clients can get the
an immediate impact.”
working here.
next best view of their skills,” Orr says.
The presence of young professionals in
“Over the years, my role at the firm has
Beyond its LinkedIn usage, Spencer Fane is
Kansas City, in turn, keeps big business
evolved into one that specializes in develop-
also one of the leading law firms on the topic
here. Spencer Fane’s downtown location
ing and managing client relationships,” Orr
of social media law. The team aids companies
is up the street from the Crossroads Arts
says. “My practice focuses on ensuring that
in setting internal policies on employee usage
District, an independently-developing arts
each of those clients receives efficient and
of social media outlets. Spencer Fane attorneys
scene teeming with hot, new restaurants,
effective results across a broad spectrum of
are sought-after speakers on social media law,
galleries and shops. It’s the homegrown
practice areas. Many of our clients think of
as they closely follow the latest developments
culture in which Nate Orr and Spencer
me as the quarterback for their relationship
in the social media world.
Fane thrive.
with the firm.” In terms of developing client relationships, social media is also a topic not far from Orr’s 26
“I think this is a great town for young
Orr conducts this work in Kansas City,
resources: Spencer Fane Britt & Browne
which provides a rich environment for young
spencerfane.com, Social Media Club of KC
professionals like himself to grow.
socialmediaclubkc.ning.com
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EATING URBAVOROUSLY story by ERICKA CHERRY
Farming in traditionally urban areas has never tasted better Growing up in a suburb can be a formative experience for some people and becomes a defining part of a person’s identity. URBAVORE
fertile land supports BADSEED’s thriving Friday night markets at its location on McGee Street in downtown Kansas City.
Farmer and BADSEED Market Owner Brooke Salvaggio is familiar with this idea.
“BADSEED Friday Night Farmers’ Market is truly the funkiest market in town. We are home to a gregarious gang of growers
“I grew up in the Midwestern suburbs. My whole life was
who produce everything—heirloom vegetables, free-range eggs,
dominated by big green lawns, big cars, processed food and
grass-fed meats, raw honey, artisan cheese, rustic bread and
commercialism,” Salvaggio says. “When I was 18, I
chestnuts and pecans,” Salvaggio says.
traveled the world in search of something more
Kansas City has steadily embraced organic
meaningful. As a means of supporting my travels,
farming and its practitioners. As Salvaggio
I volunteered on organic farms in exchange
points out, there are more than 200 farms focused
for room and board. That opened my eyes to
on sustainability within a 100-mile radius and 60
small scale agriculture, homegrown food
farms and gardens in the metropolitan area.
and the idea of working the land as a means
“I would like BADSEED to expand into
of survival.”
a year-round market. For URBAVORE, we
This knowledge compelled Salvaggio to
are in the process of expanding our orchards
open an organic market in Kansas City to serve
and specialty crops. We will soon offer organic
an urban area where brick and pavement is much
apples, peaches, pears, strawberries, blueberries
more prevalent than abundant crops of fresh fruits and
and asparagus from our farm,” Salvaggio says.
vegetables. Salvaggio, along with fellow farmer, Daniel Heryer, established 2.5-acre BADSEED farm in South Kansas City. Now, Salvaggio and Heryer operate the BADSEED farm on a lush 13.5-acre property east of the Country Club Plaza. This
Heirloom Tomato Stacks with Blue Cheese & Purple Ruffles Basil
With such carefully grown ingredients available throughout the metro, good, healthful food permeates restaurants and kitchens throughout the city. resources: BADSEED badseedkc.com
DIRECTIONS:
richness of fine chocolate) and lastly, an Ivory
Take four (strikingly different) varieties of
Egg (a dainty, pear-shaped tomato with blushing
heirloom tomatoes and cut them into thick
cream-colored flesh and a light angelic flavor). I
This seasonal dish is easy
slices. Then, build stacks by sandwiching
drizzle the finished masterpiece with a little extra
and decadent beyond all
(high-quality) blue cheese and purple ruffles
virgin olive oil, a sprinkling of Sicilian sea-salt
basil between each layer.
and a painfully decadent balsamic reduction. To
comprehension. Heirloom bedazzle
I make mine four layers high with a nice big
make balsamic reduction, bring 1 1/2 cups balsamic
area farmers’ markets in
pink beefsteak as my base (try a Brandywine or
vinegar to a boil. Then, turn down the heat and
tomatoes
will
July and August. For a stellar
a Mortgage Lifter), followed by a Green Zebra
simmer until it has reduced about halfway. Add
selection, hit up the BADSEED
(a lime green beauty with yellow stripes and a
1/4 to 1/2 cup brown sugar and continue to
Farmers’ Market on Friday evenings or Brookside
tangy refreshing flavor), then a Purple Calabash
simmer until it becomes syrupy. Yum!
Community Market on Saturday mornings.
(a ruby-purple, superbly ribbed tomato with the
Compliments of Farmer Brooke of BADSEED
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PUSHING THE BAR interview by PETE DULIN
Kansas City is home to independently-owned
| photos by AARON LINDBERG
out there and push new ideas and approaches
there was the time period where everyone was
to digital media.
trying to figure out what do we do here?
work for national and local clients and share
RON ARENS, Digital Art Director,
GP: Because we were all independently
an uncommon bond as part of a tight-knit ad
Hallmark Digital: The community is
owned, we were able to pivot where a lot
community. Five professionals shared insight
tight-knit. Everyone knows each other, is
of the holding companies couldn’t. We’ve
about working in the local market.
supportive and we all share the work. It is
hired people from holding companies
What sets Kansas City’s digital and social
also less competitive and we all recognize
and their constant response is, “I’m so
media ad agencies apart from other markets?
that each of us benefits from camaraderie.
glad I’m here. Before, I felt like I was
advertising agencies that specialize in digital and social media. These agencies produce
working for a company that was building
GEOFF
PICKERING, Senior Vice
GP: It’s important to keep opening up the
hammers and selling solutions.” We have
President, Managing Director of Social
apex to get more people in [the industry]
more flexibility to offer up something that
Media, Barkley: Kansas City is the largest
because we kept robbing from each other.
actually works.
independent ad agency community in the
We couldn’t grow. We had to create an
United States. That’s huge. And that makes
environment to bring in more people
RM: People talk about how KC is not a
a difference as far as jumping around between
with
opportunities. Since then,
major metropolitan market like it is on the
agencies for salary reasons or for a new
we’ve all grown and gotten bigger clients.
coast, but I think that’s an advantage that
more
opportunity at another job.
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other cities don’t have. There’s a cultural
RAMSEY MOHSEN, Director of Social
mindset in the middle of the map. People
TONY WELCH, Creative Services Direc-
Media, DEG: In the industries of PR, ad-
believe there’s nothing amazing happening
tor, T2 Studios: Kansas City has a thriving
vertising and digital, all had a collision
in this part of the country, but we know
digital media community. We fly a bit under
over the past ten years. The agencies here
that’s not the case. We have a fundamentally
the radar and, therefore, feel free to explore
in town have understood quickly––How
different mindset in the sense of hard work,
new ideas and technology a bit more liberally
do you react to this? How should we better
being good people at heart and doing right
than other markets. We’re not afraid to get
offer our services for clients? In the 2000s,
by our clients.
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EDUCATION IN ACTION story by PETE DULIN
President Schulz
| photos by KIM GOLDING & ROY INMAN
Chancellor Leo Morton of the University
UMKC faculty, students and alumni have
of Missouri-Kansas City and President Kirk
launched exciting, successful entrepreneurial
Schulz of Kansas State University reflect on
ventures in Kansas City and around the world.
how each university caters to the dynamic
UMKC’s Innovation Center is a significant
needs of both students and companies in a
resource for community entrepreneurs,
marketplace seeking to hire prepared, talented
through programs such as KC SourceLink,
graduates and working professionals with
Whiteboard to Boardroom and Digital
up-to-date skills in highly competitive fields.
Sandbox KC. We are called to serve not just our students,
How does your university distinguish itself
but the community as a whole. Our Hospital
in the educational marketplace?
Hill Campus provides millions of dollars worth of uncompensated care annually to
PRESIDENT SCHULZ: At Kansas State
underserved and uninsured people and
University’s Olathe campus, professionals
focuses much research on addressing health
can conveniently continue their education
care service gaps in both urban and rural
for high-demand careers in biosciences and
areas. Class projects in our Department of
biotechnology, often while working with
Architecture, Urban Planning and Design
industry scientists. Many graduate degree
address real-world redevelopment needs
programs offered at K-State Olathe are
in the urban core. Our performing arts
especially suited for those working at
programs offer hundreds of hours of free,
companies in the Kansas City Animal
cultural programming to the community. The
Health Corridor.
Musical Bridges program at our Conservatory
Students not living in the Kansas City
of Music and Dance provides training to
area can receive a top-tier education
exceptional, young musicians whose families
through our distance education programs,
cannot not afford private instruction, thus
including our doctoral program in personal
opening the door to professional careers.
financial planning—the first online program of its kind in the nation. Fortune 500 companies seek our graduates
How is your university’s cost faring compared to the marketplace?
because they know K-Staters have hands-on experience, industry knowledge and a strong
MORTON: This year, we were the only
work ethic, all before they receive a diploma.
university in the Kansas City area to
New this year, our online professional MBA
make the Princeton Review Top 75 list
program is ideal for working professionals
of Best Value universities in the U.S. for two
who want to take their career to the
consecutive years. Our enrollment is growing,
next level.
and that indicates that the marketplace is recognizing the value we offer.
CHANCELLOR MORTON: Two things
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that set UMKC apart are our entrepreneurial
SCHULZ: Our students graduate with a
focus and our commitment to community
highly valuable degree and are thoroughly
engagement. Our Henry W. Bloch School
prepared to enter the workforce.
of Management is globally renowned for
We make higher education accessible
its entrepreneurship programs, both in
through financial assistance. More than
the traditional business realm, as well as
$200 million of financial assistance, including
for our leadership in social entrepreneurship in
$18.8 million in scholarships, is distributed
the nonprofit sector.
to K-State students every year. We are a
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program site for First Scholars, a national
Clinics, Truman Medical Center, St. Luke’s
program aimed at increasing graduation
Hospital, Research Medical Center and the
rates among first-generation students.
Veterans Affairs Hospital–ensuring that
The Suder Foundation awarded the university
our medical education curriculum remains
$850,000 to cover student scholarships and
strictly relevant to real world demands.
WORKING HIGHER EDUCATION
start-up costs to launch the program. What do employers seek from your graduates? How is the university aligning education with the needs of companies seeking
MORTON: They need professionals with
well-prepared graduates as new hires?
the skills to adapt to changing conditions
Chancellor Morton
and changing demands as business needs
SCHULZ: Our College of Business Adminis-
continually evolve. That’s a big focus of
tration’s Business Executive Mentor program
UMKC’s new General Education Core
matches undergraduate students with business
Curriculum. We’re teaching facts and
mentors and companies seeking our graduates.
knowledge, but we’re also teaching problem
Additionally, our professional development
solving by getting people to approach a
program enhances students’ education
situation from a variety of angles and points
and marketability in preparation, excellence
of view. Employers also appreciate that our
and enrichment.
students benefit from experiential learning
K-State’s office of corporate engagement
opportunities under real-world conditions.
helps companies partner with campus researchers, recruit new employees and
SCHULZ: Kansas State University partners
develop their current employees’ skills with
with companies specifically seeking our
educational development. The Olathe
students because of the hands-on experience
campus is home to many research centers
they receive while still in school. Students in
and institutes, including the College of
the College of Engineering have interned
Human Ecology’s Sensory Analysis Center
at companies such as Google Inc. and
and the U.S.-China Center for Animal
Microsoft Corp.
Health. Groundbreaking research takes place every day on our campus through
How are you preparing students to compete
these collaborations.
in an international marketplace?
MORTON: UMKC faculty in our individual
MORTON: A diverse urban campus like
academic units work closely with leaders in
ours is the best preparation for participating
their professions. The continuing education
in the global economy. UMKC is home to
program for attorneys, for example, is a
more than 1,200 international students and
joint project of the Kansas City Metropolitan
scholars from 73 countries. Students who
Bar Association and the UMKC School of
enroll at UMKC are immersed in a diverse
Law. The UMKC School of Education presents
cultural milieu.
continuing education and certification programs on site in local school districts,
SCHULZ: K-State recruits international
and students work in the real-world teaching
students to add diversity to the campus
environment as part of their instruction.
and prepare students for the marketplace.
The Executive Education program at the
Our collaborations range from research
Bloch School creates custom curriculum
to exchanges. K-State is also the first U.S.
programs for specific companies, such as
educational partner of the Australian-
Cerner, Garmin and H&R Block. And all of
American Fulbright Commission.
the faculty in our School of Medicine hold
resources: University of Missouri-Kansas
joint appointments with and in our affiliated
City umkc.edu, Kansas State University
hospitals—Children’s Mercy Hospital and
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NELSON-ATKINS MUSEUM OF ART:
YOUNG FRIENDS OF ART story by ERICKA CHERRY
| photos by PAUL ANDREWS
The Nelson-Atkins’ Young Friends of
every year. We started with the Crossroads,
arts organizations and more established
Art is one of the most established young
and we have branched out into these other
organizations. Like bringing Quixotic Fusion
professional groups in Kansas City. Founded
areas around it. In other places across the
[an aerobatic performing arts group] to the
in 1965, the mission of Young Friends of Art
United States, it is just one area.
Nelson-Akins Sculpture Garden.
meet new people through events that support
ELIZABETH ARNOLD (Private tutor):
KC: Kansas City is very accessible, because
arts and culture in the local community. Every
In some cities, you have strong corporate
it doesn’t feel like you have to be of a certain
second Friday of the month, the group gets
support and a lot of grassroots support and
status or background to go to anything
together at the Nelson-Atkins to view art,
nobody in the middle. I’ve found that at
that has to do with the arts. Variety
enjoy drink specials and mingle with other
different levels there is balanced support
makes it accessible.
YFA members.
of the arts in KC.
What’s your impression of Kansas City’s
Talk a little about the accessibility of art in
downtown while the Kauffman Center for
arts scene?
Kansas City. What’s its current outreach?
the Performing Arts was being built. He
How can it extend?
pointed out the structure and asked what
is to help professionals in their 20s and 30s
JV: One time, I was driving with a client
JAMES VIGLIATURO (Health care
it was. I told him, and he said, “When
consultant): It’s a pretty rich arts culture.
NMJ: There are a lot of activities here. I
the main building you are constructing
It has always felt like a place where a lot of
brought in some friends from out of town
downtown is an arts center that says a
local artists have stayed in the city or returned.
during the Chinese New Year, and it felt like
lot about a city.”
Artistically, it’s pretty vibrant.
there were a thousand people in the museum. They were blown away. They are from
NATALIE
MCALLISTER-JACKSON
Europe, and they were completely impressed
(Communications professional): I think it’s
that there were that many people here willing
LEAH VOMHOF (School improvement
a pretty tight-knit arts community. In a lot
to come out to the museum on a Friday night.
specialist): I think, whether it is kids or
of cities, it can get pretty competitive, but I
young adults, fine arts create different pathways
ANDREA GANIER (Senior account
in your brain. Even if it is not what you are
manager at a software company): One
going to do with your life, it makes you
KRISTINA CARLSON (Photographer):
thing that is helping accessibility is that
think differently about the projects you are
It’s really thriving. We seem to only grow
there are so many partnerships between
working on.
get the sense here that it is very facilitative.
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AG: There’s a reason so many tech companies
EA: I think the legacy is the infrastructure and
put a lot of thought into the design of their
the investment that has been made. It will
office space, because they know people are
help the arts community grow even more.
WORKING YOUNG FRIENDS OF ART
visually stimulated by creative pieces.
NMJ: It’s really impressive how much it EA: So much of my professional life is
is growing and how quickly. In the last 15
mediated through digital interfaces. When I
years, we got an addition to the Nelson
come to the Nelson, I experience things that
[Bloch Building] and the creation of the
are not pixel-based and are often tangible.
Kauffman Center.
Art is important to our humanity. If you are in a place where the arts are not supported,
KK: We’ve always had a really good
it is stifling to the community.
stronghold nationwide. I’ve always felt
NMJ: My mother is an artist, so I was
like we have been in the top five art centers
dragged around here as a kid, too. For me,
across the nation.
it’s a way to stay connected to the arts side.
KK: For the young professional, it enriches their life. Being part of the community
I am involved with a lot of other professional
makes you feel like you are working toward
JV: The thing that I like about it a lot is that
organizations, but this organization is my
something beyond your job.
there are so many things that you could say
passion group.
are artistic or creative around here. There
NMJ: Art is a barrier for a lot of people.
are so many opportunities to immerse yourself
AG: The collection here is so broad and
Kansas City allows people to see that it is
in art in this city. It permeates the community.
so deep. It’s one of the best in the United
not a culture or status thing. It’s a human thing.
States. There’s such a feeling of community
NMJ: It’s almost atmospheric. When you
here. On any given Saturday, you’ll see people
LV: We in our professional lives think about
think about the art deco buildings downtown,
doing Tai Chi on the lawn or playing
different things all day long. Engaging in
even those are beautiful buildings. Then, we
Frisbee. It doesn’t matter if everyone who
the arts is a break for your brain.
have the murals all over town. Literally,
walks through the door understands every
everywhere you look there is art. And the
piece. It belongs to all of us.
What do you think the legacy of art has
fountains. You can’t not look at art in
been in Kansas City, and what do you
Kansas City.
JV: I had a bench where I used to read. It
think it will be?
feels very lived in here. What makes the Nelson so special to you?
AG: I think with all the talent that is
NMJ: At other museums, you feel like here
burgeoning right now that we are only
LV: I came here when I was little and took art
is the art and here is the viewer, but here, I
going to see really great things. It’s a really
classes and was tortured by my mother by
agree, there is that lived-in quality.
great time to buy art, because something
walking through the galleries, so I thought.
you may buy now because you love it may
Now, being in education, I realize that not a
resources: Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
belong to the next great artist.
lot of parents do that with their children.
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HARD ACT TO FOLLOW: CHEF MICHAEL SMITH story by PETE DULIN
Chef Michael Smith peels shrimp faster
Smith’s tapas restaurant Extra Virgin and
into a meal for the staff, a soup, sauce or
than anyone he knows. He peels 10 pounds
flagship restaurant Michael Smith draw
daily special so there’s no waste.”
of shrimp in seven minutes. He has honed
adventurous diners to Kansas City’s
that speed and skill since the age of 12 when
Crossroads Arts District.
he began working in a seafood restaurant kitchen managed by his mother.
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When not in the kitchen, he checks wine and liquor orders as they come in and helps to seat
His day begins at 8 a.m. in the office.
guests. He meets wine sales representatives up
“First thing, I check the bank account, email
to a dozen times a week to taste product
Chef Smith has come a long way since the
and online news about the Denver Broncos,”
and hear their latest pitch. A farmer drops
early 1980s when he answered a want ad
he says. He noshes on a strawberry tart,
by with two stuffed bags of spring onions
for Chateau Pyrenees, a French restaurant
when in season, and drinks espresso while
that will make their way onto a menu.
in Denver. Smith began his professional
skimming The Kansas City Star and The
Mundane details, even distributing
culinary career there, studying under mentor
New York Times. “Then I’ll spend 15 to 20
clean towels daily to his kitchen team,
Chef Jean Pierre Lelievre.
minutes dealing with paperwork and mail.”
have an underlying purpose. “They only
Smith worked in top restaurants in southern
Afterward, Smith cooks and assists
get so many. Otherwise, they’ll use them up
France and Chicago during the early stages
with prep work until noon. He says, “I
quickly,” Smith says. Laundry is a cost
of his career. He came to Kansas City in
cook 99 percent of wine dinners and
hidden to diners that Smith manages as a
1994 as the executive and corporate chef
special event dinners. The sous chefs
business owner. “You can always tell a
at The American Restaurant. While there,
and kitchen staff work their stations. I’ll
novice cook from an experienced one.
he earned a James Beard Foundation award
check the walk-in cooler and find unused
The young ones always use up their towels
in 1999 for Best Chef in the Midwest. Today,
or leftover ingredients and make them
and aren’t prepared for dinner service.”
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Between 2 and 4 p.m., Smith peruses cookbooks that might inspire menu ideas or he checks email on his laptop. Dinner service begins at 5 p.m., when he expedites orders, visits tables, help his cooks with prep or de-bones chicken thighs that will be stuffed with chorizo and fig and cooked as medallions in a wood-fired oven. “At 5 p.m., the show is on. No matter how you feel, you put on a smile and take care of the customer,” Smith says. “You’re always on socially. Your name is on the door. Some people want to see and meet the chef running the restaurant. 99 percent of the time, it’s awesome.” His day winds down anywhere between 11 p.m. and midnight, except for Wednesday nights when he ceases work at 8 p.m. to have dinner with his children.
KANSAS CITY’S AWARD-WINNING CHEFS Kansas City is home to numerous James Beard
“Running a restaurant involves brains and brawn. It’s a physical job,” Smith says. The creativity of preparing cuisine that pleases guests is offset by the labor. “You work all day
Foundation award-winning chefs––an impressive feat and testament to the city’s culinary talent. In addition to Chef Michael Smith, fellow James Beard Award winners include:
long. It’s rare to have down time. There’s always plenty to do.” Smith emphasizes that the work is fun too. He’s eating and tasting food throughout the day. When he falls into a creative rut, he’ll explore a cooking technique or cuisine. Recently, he launched “Big Night,” a prix fixe Italian tasting menu served every Wednesday night. This special prompts him to focus on learning how to make different pastas by hand and teach the method to his cooks. He says, “It’s fun to learn a new process.” Even for a top-ranked veteran chef, managing a restaurant is demanding. “It’s hard to run a business and be creative at the same time,” Smith says. In the case of Chef Michael Smith and the consistently delicious food prepared at his two
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GLOBAL DEMAND FOR INFRASTRUCTURE FUELS BL ACK & VEATCH’S EXPANSION story by SUSAN FOTOVICH MCCABE
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With trillions of dollars needed globally to
and in its prominent industry rankings
Company statistics speak volumes. In
address the infrastructure demands of a world
in Engineering News-Record. According
December 2011, Black & Veatch had
population that has surpassed 7 billion people,
to Black & Veatch Chief Administrative
8,900 professionals worldwide. Today,
there perhaps is no better time to be in an
Officer Jim Lewis, the company’s plan is to
that number has surpassed 10,000 – a 13
industry that addresses energy, water,
grow at a double-digit rate annually while
percent increase in 20 months. In the
communications and security. It’s no
it further expands its presence around the
summer of 2013 alone, Black & Veatch
wonder Black & Veatch continues to garner
world. All of this, says Lewis, will create
hosted nearly 100 college interns.
loyalty and attract new professionals to
more career opportunities for a diverse
its workforce.
set of professionals.
Black & Veatch’s growth stems from the increasing demand for mobile devices and
The Kansas City area company, founded
“We achieved record-setting performance in
instant communications. It is based on the
in 1915, is a leading global engineering,
2012, have continued that strong momentum
desire for more energy to fuel a growing
consulting and construction provider that
this year and project continued growth in
global economy; and in the ever important
specializes in what the company refers to
the years ahead,” Lewis says. “As global needs
need for access to clean water. These global
as “Critical Human Infrastructure™.”
for the energy, water, telecommunications and
trends have led the company to also expand
The global demand for the services it
security services that we provide increases
its construction and procurement business
provides is evident from the company’s
rapidly, we will continue to expand our
that has grown to nearly one-third of its
place on Forbes “500 Largest Private
capabilities to meet the complex challenges
revenue and created a 33 percent increase in
Companies in the United States” list
our clients face.”
construction and procurement staff since 2011.
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Black & Veatch was part of a consortium
and emerging markets. The company has
for the construction of the T-BAR Well field
expanded into the Gulf Cooperation Council
project that can deliver up to 20 million
region and further into India, a move
gallons of water per day to Midland, Texas.
related to the growing demand for water
This fast-track project was completed in
reuse, power and oil and gas work.
less than 12 months to provide needed water supplies to the drought- stricken region.
“In emerging market countries, when you put in a power plant or water system,
The company is currently working on
it dramatically improves the lives of its
a major engineering, procurement and
citizens,” Lewis says. “In fact, we hired one
construction air quality control retrofit
young engineer who was born in Kenya and
project at the Columbia Energy Center in
graduated from a local university. She told
Wisconsin, co-owned and operated by
us she was attracted to Black & Veatch for
Wisconsin Power and Light Company
this very reason.”
WORKING BLACK & VEATCH
Opening doors for the next generation Black & Veatch Gives Opportunities to Young Professionals As Black & Veatch continues to grow its global presence and workforce, young
(WPL). This work will further reduce
Black & Veatch’s Mission, “Building a
professionals will play a critical role in
emissions from WPL’s largest coal-fired
World of Difference,” often attracts talented
the company’s future. According to Black &
power plant.
professionals to the company, Lewis says.
Veatch’s Director of Global Talent Acquisition,
Black & Veatch is providing its PRICO
In the coming years, Black & Veatch
Chris Gould, young professionals are
technology for Exmar on the world’s first
expects to grow through the addition of
important to both Black & Veatch and the
floating LNG liquefaction, regasification
engineers, technicians, construction, project
industry as a whole.
and storage unit. The facility will be a
controls and procurement jobs, as well as
Gould cites significant growth in the areas
non-propelled barge moored to a jetty,
its the various business support functions
of energy, water, telecommunications and
supplied with natural gas by pipeline from
required to meet its clients’ expectations.
projects that require skills in engineering,
an onshore field in Colombia. The unit will
Lewis, who has been with the Kansas City
science, technology and construction.
company for 39 years, says professionals
Growing at a fast pace across all continents
The company has also delivered eight
enjoy the company’s stock ownership plan,
of the world, the need to develop the human
onshore LNG facilities in China with
its commitment to the communities around
infrastructure
an additional 10 projects underway
the world and its efforts to educate a future
necessary
throughout the country. These LNG
generation of engineering and technical
people to live
facilities are used to fuel natural gas
professionals. Its company professionals
is
transportation vehicles.
participate in efforts such as Engineers
advancing
without Borders, Project Lead the Way and
the need for
First Robotics.
a steady flow
then deliver the LNG to world markets.
In a city near Beijing, the company’s work can be seen at the Bazhou LNG facility for the production of natural gas for the Hebei
“As
we
grow,
our
professionals
for
rapidly
of talent entering
Huaqi Natural Gas Company, Ltd. Partnering
reap the benefits of the value we have
with Chemtex, Black & Veatch designed
created here through their ownership in
and built the facility that provides LNG for
the company,” Lewis says. “When you
chance to train and grow with our current
city buses, trucks and fueling stations.
combine our growth with our mission and
professionals at Black & Veatch, as well as
commitment to the community, it’s a very
to contribute immediately,” Gould says.
response to its clients’ needs to address
exciting time to work at Black & Veatch.”
“They play a critical role in the day-to-day
a growing population in both developed
resources: Black & Veatch bv.com
function of our organization.”
Black & Veatch’s global presence is in
the industry. “Young
professionals
are
given
a
Gould says Black & Veatch recruits from a set of core colleges and universities that specialize in engineering and construction and through pre-college efforts, like Project Lead the Way and First Robotics. With the right skill set, he says, today’s youth will have the opportunity to grow and develop long and interesting careers around the globe.
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ARTIST AT WORK DOWNTOWN story by ERICKA CHERRY
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Ben Lee, creative manager by day and illustrator by night, is a downtown dweller, and he loves it. Lee grew up in Maryland, where he was drawn to the entertainment industry and pop culture. “I was attracted to anime when I was growing up, so that’s where my style really began to develop,” Lee says. “My style is animated now with urban and anime influences. Really, my influences constantly grow.” Lee’s work within marketing and advertising forms the basis of his creative personality. His goal is to create stories and experiences through his work, both in marketing and the world of animation. In his professional life, Lee strikes a balance between practicality and creativity, a juxtaposition he also finds in his home in the Westside neighborhood, just west of the Crossroads Arts District downtown. After graduating from The Kansas City Art Institute, Lee decided to remain in Kansas City. The Westside neighborhood—around 17th and Summit—is a source of inspiration for Lee. Westside Local, a farm-to-table restaurant, is a source of creative energy in terms of food innovation. Little Freshie takes the childhood treat of snow cones to the next level with natural, homemade flavors, such as blackberry lavender. The Calico Beard & Mercantile, a salon complete with a mercantile of handmade and vintage goods, and Utilitarian Workshop, a design studio and retail co-op, are equally creative in their industries. Besides the shops, Lee finds the Westside to be a great place to take a walk on a beautiful day. “I also like the West Bottoms, which people tend to forget about since it is not conventional, pretty and inviting,” Lee says. “The buildings down there are just beautiful, and their age really gives the area a lot of character.” Downtown Kansas City is also filled with a plethora of historic landmarks and one-of-a-kind attractions, monuments and hideaways. Lee takes particular joy in one iconic figure. “I love the cow monument off of the 12th Street Bridge. I don’t know why it is there, but I just love that it is,” Lee says. Once a memorial to the stockyards, the cow, like so many other local landmarks downtown, is cherished for its history and for the new memories made. resources: The Westside Local thewestsidelocal.com, Little Freshie littlefreshie.com, Calico Beard & Mercantile thecalicobeard.com, Utilitarian Workshop utilitarianworkshop.com Brought to you by KCADC & Anthem Publishing
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Ben Lee’s KC Favorites THE SHIP A Kansas City tavern opened after the repeal of prohibition, The Ship is now an event space that is more than meets the eye upon entering.
MANIFESTO The old-school lounge in the basement of The Rieger Hotel Grill & Exchange, which is a KC favorite for its cocktails using seasonal and local ingredients.
WEST 18TH ST. FASHION SHOW KC’s premier fashion event showcases the clothing, makeup, hair and modeling prowess of local designers.
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story by JILL POWERS
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With so many sights to see, places to go
any other. Book a summer celebration for
its technology features are sure to make your
and ways to get downtown, it’s hard to
up to 450 guests and enjoy private cabanas,
experience a memorable one. In addition to
list them all, but here are a few you won’t
a DJ, KC Live! catering and raised decks
all this, The Sprint Center also ranked
want to miss.
for sunbathing. With the swim-up bar,
number three on concert and Pollstar
you never have to leave the water to get
Magazine’s America’s Busiest Arenas list.
ALAMO DRAFTHOUSE
your favorite cocktails. Bring a smaller
Get the most out of your movie
group of friends to the Jones’ weekly
viewing experience with
Nightlife takes on a new meaning in
summer events.
the Power & Light District, with more
Alamo Drafthouse in downtown’s
POWER & LIGHT DISTRICT
KC STREET CAR
Power
the
visit interesting. The “living room” space
Founded 16 years
long-awaited Kansas City
features plush, outdoor seating, Kansas
ago in Austin, Texas,
Street Car is scheduled to hit
City’s largest outdoor video screen and a
this theater chain has
the streets. This new addition
great view of the stage, which has been
to KC’s public transportation
host to acts like Ryan Lewis & Macklemore
&
Light
In
District.
grown from a simple, single-screen
startup
summer
2015,
than 40 restaurants and bars to keep your
options will connect Union Station
and KC’s Rock the Block Fashion show.
business to a cinematic hot
and Crown Center to the River Market
Bar- and club-wise, The Hotel Nightclub
spot for fans and professionals alike. Enjoy a
area, with about a 4-mile round trip
casual meal and a cold beer during the film.
span. The Crossroads, Power &
See an old-school favorite in a Drafthouse
Light and Central Business
Film School screening. And don’t miss events
districts will also be on
like Quote-Alongs, HeckleVision and chick
the route, and more
flicks during Girlie Night.
than 10 million yearly
a glass of
visitors, employers and
champagne
residents will benefit
and
PBR
Big
Sky
brings
the
COSENTINO’S Lifestyle dietary needs, including vegan and gluten-free, are easy to satisfy with all
from
the
parking, the store can cater to any lifestyle.
music environment. Mosaic Lounge is the perfect place
streetcar’s
services.
of Cosentino’s grocery options. With online shopping, delivery and free underground
provides a high-energy
for
Midwest back to
SPRINT CENTER The
Sprint
Center
downtown KC. hosts
Also, Cosentino’s caters events, complete
concerts almost every week with artists
with balloons and floral arrangements.
for all tastes, from country to pop to classic rock. Catch a college basketball game,
resources: Alamo Drafthouse drafthouse.com,
wrestling match or other favorite sporting
Cosentino’s cosentinos.com, The Jones
The Jones Pool is a rooftop oasis with
event. The Center’s luxurious seating—
Pool thejoneskc.com, KC Street Car
a view and swimming experience unlike
enough for 19,000 plus 72 suites—and
kcstreetcar.com, Sprint Center sprintcenter.com
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THE PLAZA MAGIC story by ERICKA CHERRY
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For many Kansas Citians, the Plaza holds a special place in their hearts. The Country Club Plaza, built using Spanish architectural
a view, too, as the restaurant has a large patio with a view facing local landmark Brush Creek.
style in 1922, was the first open-air shopping district in the
“I discovered an amazing appetizer there recently, Asian Pig
nation designed with the car in mind. Over the years, it has
Wings, with a sake soy glaze, cilantro and sambal that I definitely
gathered a lot of history and a lot of memories, but for Rob
recommend,” Schroeder says.
Schroeder, the Plaza is home.
The Plaza isn’t all about food. Since 1922, it has been a premium
“I’ve lived in the Hemingway condo building on the Plaza now for
shopping destination. Standard Style, denim designer Matt
more than 10 years. It’s a great location. We also have a fantastic rooftop
Baldwin’s original boutique, includes pieces from lines such as
deck for entertaining,” Schroeder says. “What I love about living on the
rag & bone, Marc by Marc Jacobs and, of course, Baldwin Denim,
Plaza is the convenience of being able to walk out my front door and
worn by the likes of Jay-Z and Jason Sudeikis. Kate Spade New
across the bridge over Brush Creek to go out for dinner, drinks, shopping
York is also, fittingly, open on the Plaza, as Kate Spade is a native of
or to see a movie, and I never have to worry about parking my car, which
Kansas City. Popular chains such as H&M, Anthropologie and
especially comes in handy when the Plaza hosts big events.”
J. Crew also call the Country Club Plaza home.
With traditional American food at The Classic Cup, delectable
Cinemark Palace on the Plaza provides a rich movie-going experience.
steaks at Plaza III and new favorites like Mexican-inspired Zócalo, it is
Unity Temple, a spiritual center across the street, hosts talks from
easy to find something new to try at the Plaza daily.
people like Chef Ina Garten and Caroline Kennedy.
Gram & Dun is the latest of the nightly hot spots for those wishing to eat and drink delicious food and cocktails and enjoy
With all of this happening on the Plaza on a near daily basis, it’s easy to see why Schroeder and others call it home.
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Plaza Events to Put on Your Calendar Besides permanent shops and restaurants, the Country Club Plaza hosts multiple popular events.
WATERFIRE Torchbearers ride along Brush Creek as the October sun sets over Kansas City and light wood in the braziers float gently atop the water. When the process is completed, an awe-inspiring sight awaits the viewer— the illusion of a creek lit on fire. Local musicians and dancers perform, completing the breathtaking, autumnal sight.
THE PLAZA ART FAIR More than 240 artists, 27 Plaza restaurant booths and three live music stages make up this event. Each autumn, the streets of the Country Club Plaza become the “halls” of an outdoor art gallery. In a town where art is integral to the culture, this is an event not to be missed.
KCP&L PLAZA LIGHTS On Thanksgiving evening, the buildings of the Plaza are lit—by a local celebrity, such as Eric Stonestreet, who plays Cam on “Modern Family”—for the holiday season. The one-of-a-kind event ushers in the season with holiday parties and shopping on the Plaza. The lights shine each evening from 5 p.m. to 3 a.m. through the second week of January. resources:
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Kansas
City
waterfirekc.com, Plaza Art Fair and KCP&L Plaza Lights countryclubplaza.com
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HOURS IN THE
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FRIDAY 7 p.m.
GRÜNAUER
landmarks and hidden gems, such as the
10 p.m.
MANIFESTO
Western Auto Building and Union Station.
A cold, gentle rain falls over the city this
After trying to locate each spot in my mind,
After walking from gallery to gallery
evening. Tonight, the best way to prepare for
I pass a live light installation and pause at the
along the rainy streets, I stop in Manifesto,
First Friday, a monthly gallery walk held
end of the hall in front of the figurative
the basement bar in The Rieger Hotel Grill &
year-round in the Crossroads Art District, is
sculptures of E.S. Schubert, which are
Exchange, to warm up. Imagine a speakeasy
with the rich, Austrian dishes of Grünauer.
precise and animated. Downstairs, Michael
for the modern age. Seasonal cocktails are
Many other people have had the same idea,
Young is exhibiting his colorful, intricate and
listed on the menu in delicious detail. I am
so I settle into a spot at the beautiful bar and
culturally relevant pieces. “Trouble in the Pet
torn between the Cranberry Cobbler—
enjoy a citrusy Stiegl Radler, a grapefruit-
Shop” is a layered peek into a chaotic pet shop
Ransom Old Tom Gin, Alvear Amontillado
flavored, Austrian beer, a surefire cure for the
that requires a good, long look to catch
Sherry, lemon, orange, cranberry, honey and
chill in the air. Once seated in the dining room,
every detail. In the back room, Michael’s
cinnamon—and Ward & Precinct—Buffalo
I take in the rustic grandeur of the Freight
enthusiastic son, Ian, exhibits his paintings,
Trace Bourbon, lemon, orange, homemade
House, a historic railroad building converted
which are playable versions of classic board
grenadine and Angostura Bitters. This dimly
into restaurant space. For the ultimate
games. “Mouse Trappings” and “Operating
lit, intimate watering hole is the perfect
comfort, I order the Schnitzel a la Grünauer, a
Table” are Ian’s hyper-colorful take on the
place to wind down after First Friday.
breaded and pan sautéed pork cutlet stuffed
games Mouse Trap and Operation.
with creamed spinach, served with mashed potatoes. By the end, I am satisfyingly full, but I still take a moment to consider the apfel strudel mit schlag, a traditional apple strudel with marinated raisins and fresh whipped cream.
9 p.m. GLIMPSE FLASH ART SPACE Glimpse Flash Art Space, a peek into the art scene in Lawrence, Kan., has made its way up to Kansas City this Friday to share
8 p.m.
its offerings. When I enter, a band belts
TODD WEINER GALLERY
behind them hangs a horse made entirely of
out folksy tunes next to the entrance and
I hit the pavement in the Crossroads and end
keys from computer keyboards. The perimeter
up at the Todd Weiner Gallery. Upstairs,
of the gallery is a mix of paintings including
various local artists are spread between
the fairytale-like works of Paul Flinders.
numerous rooms. Weaving through the
“Say Yes,” one of Flinder’s creatures, faces
doors, I discover local artist Brad Ultican’s
the viewer with its mouth wide open, as
graphite drawings
if he is embracing the title’s maxim. Yuri
of
local
Zupancic created a piece at which it is also hard not to stare—an embellished microchip.
SATURDAY 10 a.m.
MILDRED’S COFFEEHOUSE After a night spent visiting gallery after
Finally, Wink eyewear
gallery, I refuel at Mildred’s Coffeehouse.
ends
collective
The laid-back vibe sets the right tone for
with
a day exploring the Crossroads at a
many well-designed
more relaxed pace. I enjoy a latte and a
frames and a great
made-from-scratch cinnamon roll. Groups
staff. By the end,
of young adults and several parents with
they convince me
happy, small children occupy small tables and
that I just might
couches in the cozy café.
the
exhibition
need
glasses,
if
only to own one of
their
attractive
spectacle designs.
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12 p.m.
BLACK BAMBOO
Brussels sprouts. Childhood’s most hated side is turned into a decadent, buttery
Black Bamboo is a home furnishings store
concoction at Pizzabella. Adorned with
selling a vast array of Asian antiques mixed
pancetta, red cranberries, almonds and
with modern furniture and accessories. Good
vinaigrette, this dish certainly gets my
design lives here, and it’s just the place to
appetite going. I order a classic Margherita
complete a particular vision. The owners’
pizza—tomato, garlic and fresh mozzarella—
frequent trips to China and Southeast Asia provide a collection of goods that cannot be found anywhere else. Pieces by North American artisans round out an eclectic selection from which to pick up a great gift for a close friend or the right lamp for an empty side table. Featured in Architectural Digest, Better Homes and Gardens and Elle Décor, Black Bamboo is full of interesting pieces, which its staff is glad to show off.
for a classic Italian treat.
3 p.m. CHRISTOPHER ELBOW ARTISAN CHOCOLATES A flavorful meal should naturally end with chocolate. I head over to Christopher Elbow’s storefront, Kansas City’s Wonka Factory. Clean lines and white counters show off the beautiful chocolate selection. Behind the counter, yellow, red, green
1 p.m.
and purple-hued chocolates stand out
HAMMERPRESS
way to start with chocolate filled with
in artistic beauty. Fleur de Sel is a delicious
After I pick up a gift at Black Bamboo, I
caramel and French grey sea salt. For the
need a card to go with it. Kansas City’s
adventurous palate, lavender caramel in a
Hammerpress carries artfully designed
purple shell is a surprisingly delicious flavor
and printed cards. While there, I
combination and the seasonal rosemary
ponder Hammerpress’s posters, art
caramel, dressed in bright green, excites
prints and paper goods, and consider
the senses. Fair warning: I went in for
buying way more than I came for.
one piece and left with an entire box.
Hammerpress has done great work for local businesses, such as Little Freshie, a soda fountain and espresso bar in the Westside neighborhood, and Pizzabella, an artisanal pizzeria in the heart of the Crossroads. I jot down a note to remind me that I want to order Hammerpress business cards in the future, because their intriguing die-cut edges, bright colors and old-fashioned fonts are too hard to resist.
2 p.m. PIZZABELLA With that much shopping done
4 p.m. RETRO INFERNO With a full stomach, two floors and 10,000 square feet of classic 20th century furnishings and collectibles does not seem quite as daunting as I head into Rod Parks’ home furnishing store, Retro Inferno. It bursts at the seams with mid-century modern
furnishings.
Groovy,
domed
lamps and red chairs hearken back to a different time. Hard to miss is the giant “Inferno” sign, which Parks acquired from an old, local club.
since breakfast, I decide that lunch is in order. A big slice of wood-fired pizza made with fresh ingredients is the specialty
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at Pizzabella, and it sounds pretty darn good
resources: Black Bamboo black-bamboo.com,
to me. I enjoy a cold drink while perusing
Hammerpress hammerpress.net, Pizzabella
the menu. Whatever the season, the opening
pizzabellakc.com, Christopher Elbow Artisan
act of my Pizzabella meal must be the
Chocolates elbowchocolates.com
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FACES OF THE CROSSROADS story by ERICKA CHERRY
ROD PARKS Rod
Parks,
How do people decorate owner
with these pieces without going over the top?
of Retro Inferno, has made a life out of his
were
home goods. When did Retro Inferno open, and what is the idea behind it?
designed
for cooking? I think Thai food is enjoyable to prepare
The era in they
passion for well-designed
What makes Thai food a fulfilling medium
and eat because it is so unlike any other type
in
of cuisine. Although the surrounding countries
does not necessarily
of China, India, Burma, Laos, Malaysia and
determine their beauty;
Vietnam influence Thai cooking, it is
it is their solid design
completely different from American and
that makes them beautiful.
European cuisines. It’s also so healthy and
Good design really works in any
Retro Inferno opened in June 1998 on
environment. Mid-century modern pieces
17th and Main and on Grand Boulevard in
can be used as accent pieces and pops of
2004. It started when I became obsessed
color to great effect.
light and spicy for spice lovers. What was the inspiration for LuLu’s colorful decor?
with mid-century modern furniture design.
My husband and I wanted to express What do you love about the Crossroads?
2010 Bangkok. In Thailand, there are no
to the point where I had a warehouse full
When I came to the area, there were a lot
zoning laws, so industry, markets and
of it. I began to wonder whether or not I
of people doing interesting things. At the
residential areas are all neighbors. We
could make a living out of my love for this
time, you could buy a ton of space for
wanted the environment to be welcoming and
particular type of design. I had been travel-
cheap, so a lot of artists were attracted.
laid-back.
ing quite a bit; I had been to New York and
They really turned it into a burgeoning
L.A., so I had seen many of these types of
scene and the popular destination that it
stores gaining success.
is today. I really felt like I belonged
I started accumulating tons of this furniture
What is the appeal of the mid-century modern look?
lightness. It was created in a period of
yourself at home?
in this neighborhood, in terms
Italian, American,
of art and design, which is
Mexican, Japa-
why I have never left.
The appeal is very much the same as when it was first made. It has this exuberance and
What do you cook for
nese and, of course, Thai.
MALISA MONYAKULA
optimism, and that really shows in the
Owner of Lulu’s Thai
design. People are very attracted to
Noodle Shop, Monyakula
that. The pieces have also stood the test
is passionate about the
of time, which makes them continue to
food she creates and her
work with modern designs.
restaurant’s atmosphere.
resources: Retro
Inferno
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PEGGY NOLAND Fashion designer Peggy
I
thought,
Noland has a vision for
“There
clothing all her own. With
no
her
eye-catching,
local
is
but
a splash worldwide. Discuss how fashion and art can
What should aspiring PR/marketing
work,”
gurus know about the communications
it
world in KC?
to
presence, Noland is making
with the public.
way
this is going
storefronts and international
to engaging and effectively communicating
did
and ended up
We have some of the most talented,
being a sculpture
creative and hardworking professionals
that
me
right here in Kansas City. Additionally,
forward. The HUGE SALE
people don’t realize how many great national
Sometimes they do, sometimes they don’t.
installation is the most interesting to me. It
brands are based right here in KC, including
I think it’s dependent on the intention of the
has more content for me than the other ones.
Lee Jeans, Hallmark, Sprint and more.
intermingle.
pushed
creator, and the ideas of the wearer. I have clothing that I consider art, because it was
There are endless opportunities to grow
BROOKE FAIRCHILD
made by an artist. I have other clothing
in the communication field here, whether
As a young professional working in
that I don’t consider art because it was
the
made for money.
Fairchild represents the strong presence
communications
world,
Brooke
of young professionals found in the Where are some of your favorite places to go in the Crossroads? I loved West 18th Street before I had a
Crossroads, creating an environment of entrepreneurship and growing enterprise in the area of innovation.
shop there. My dad would take me there
non-profit. What do you enjoy about working in the Crossroads? All the little shops and great restaurants. It’s nice to be able to get out of the office, stroll down the street and be inspired by all the
Tell me about your position at Crossroads,
when I was a teenager, and I always felt like I was being let in on a secret. These
you’re looking for an agency, corporation or
Barkley’s public relations firm.
days I hope it’s not still a secret to people,
local shops, artists and entrepreneurs doing what they love in Kansas City.
As account supervisor at Crossroads, I
because I want them to come and visit us,
manage a lot of the day-to-
but I hope it still holds that appeal.
day contact with clients
Where is your favorite place the
and work to provide What or who is inspiring you right now?
strategic
My friend Seth Bogard’s artwork is always
and
eat
in
Crossroads?
Drink? Shop?
counsel
That
reputation
really
is
a
so inspirational to me. His store is called
management
Wacky Wacko. I am always amazed by
brands across a
question!
those artists who can stay true to their
wide variety of
Pizzabella and
vision and find a way to make a living
communication
Extra
from their work. Or, those who don’t care
channels.
for
places Why is the firm
what they do and have enough confidence to put it into the world.
named Crossroads?
District. We were also looking for a name
that stands out to you at the moment?
that represents what we do. With the
to
eat
drinks, I love the atmosphere of Tannin [Wine Bar]. And my favorite
located in the Crossroads Arts
Do you have a favorite installation or one
Virgin
in the area. For
Well, for one, we are Your storefront installations are incredible.
tough
are my favorite
if they make a living or not but are true to
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to
shops
are
Christopher
Elbow
Chocolates and Cellar Rat for wine.
The big green hand is my favorite, because it
convergence of traditional communication
was the first time I explored that medium. I felt
and social media, many brands can find
resources: Peggy Noland peggynoland.com,
very proud of what we had done. At each step
themselves at a crossroads when it comes
Crossroads PR crossroads.us
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ER HEATH
UP IN THE CLOUDS story by ERICKA CHERRY
H
AA VI ST
| photo by CAMERON GEE
O
skyline salon is a new york salon with crossroads swagger Bumble and bumble’s downtown salon
Grand Boulevard and the expansive space,
love vintage and thrift stores, and women
in New York is impressive. With great
Skyline is arranged so customers enter and
who possess the ability to mix new and
views of the city and an open floor plan,
exit in separate doors to avoid traffic. Each
old pieces perfectly. I love to take that
it’s easy to feel like a million bucks before
station has KC’s skyline depicted on the top in
idea and adapt it to hair.”
hair styling even begins. Sound good?
wood created by Utilitarian Workshop. And in
Haavisto acknowledges the transformative
Look no further than Skyline Salon, Kansas
a brilliant departure from typical shampooing
power of a good haircut, as many stylists do,
City’s own downtown salon.
stations, Skyline projects muted, old movies
but she also recognizes that what she does
As Skyline’s co-owner and former employee
on the wall before the stations so customers
is also a mix of not only old and new, but
of bumble and bumble, Carmen Gramajo,
have something to watch while they get their
also art and science.
explains it, Skyline was a collaboration
hair washed.
between a group of friends who wanted to create a destination salon.
“Styling and coloring can be creative,
“The culture we create is what sets Skyline
but cutting hair is basically geometry
apart from other salons,” Gramajo says. “If
and coloring is chemistry,” Haavisto
“Our landlord thought we were crazy
we don’t feel confident that someone will
says. “How people operate is also a mix.
for putting the salon on the fourth floor
fit nicely into our culture, it doesn’t matter
Some people are more creative and artful
[of the historic Firestone building], but
how much experience they have.”
in their approach, but I prefer the more
we wanted to give customers a great view
One member of the Skyline culture is
of Kansas City. We knew if we could get
Heather Haavisto. She was raised in the
Skyline Salon is a luxurious, downtown
people in, we could do great work and
suburbs of Sacramento but yearned for
salon with an artistic vision that speaks
feature Kansas City,” Gramajo says.
the creativity and excitement of bigger
to the creative spirit of its location, the
cities and urban areas.
Crossroads Art District.
The design of Skyline Salon is remarkable. It is hard to believe there isn’t a trained designer
“I draw a lot of inspiration from walking
on staff. Besides the view of downtown from
around the city streets,” Haavisto says. “I
technical aspects of cutting hair.”
resources: Skyline Salon skylinesalon.com
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LIVING IN THE ’DOTTE story and photography by PETE DULIN
Kansas City, Kan., located in Wyandotte
For example, Cerner Corp., a major
League Soccer competition to Sporting
County, holds its own as an attractive place
health care software provider, built a new
Park. The Village West development also
to live and work in close proximity to its
$190 million, 660,000-square-foot campus in
houses the popular and active Kansas
larger Kansas City, Mo., counterpart. The city
2012 that will house an anticipated 4,000
Speedway, offering multiple NASCAR
is rich in cultural history, nearby professional
employees. This development will attract
events and other racing, The Legends
sporting events, delicious food and a steadily
further growth in retail, residential and office
Outlets Kansas City
thriving economic climate appealing to both
development in the area.
young professionals and families. “It is my hometown, but its everybody’s
“We have many types of housing
restaurants and
from loft apartments, to multi-family
several
other
hometown. It is that place that we have
apartments, renovated older building
all experienced at one time or another,”
with up-to-date features, townhomes
says Steven Curtis, a photographer and
and, of course, single family
community organizer. “It’s an older working
homes both new and
class community where your neighbors
‘previously loved,’”
wave at you or talk to you over the fence.
says
Where you close off the street for a barbecue
Cindy
or watch the local high school’s Friday night
president
game. A place where neighborhood bars and
CEO of KCK’s
County Park,” notes Cash.
ethnic cafes are mainstream. It’s a place
Chamber
“The park is probably my
about people — all kinds of people with all
Commerce. “We
kinds of ethnic and religious backgrounds. It’s
also have fixer-
a mixing pot of people, cultures and ideas.”
uppers
That hometown feel is complemented
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with stores and
attractions. “There are also four golf in
resident
courses
Wyandotte
County – one private
Cash,
and three public as well as
and
a junior course at Wyandotte
of
for
folks
who want to truly make
favorite place in Wyandotte County other than my own backyard. It has playgrounds, picnic shelters, a marina, a horse
by thriving growth in the area. Sara Lee
their home their own, as well as
riding trail and hiking trails. In the winter,
Corporation, General Motors, Cerner
lots that can be custom built.”
we have discovered that the best sledding
Corporation and Kellogg’s are just a few of
Kansas City has fallen in love with its
hill around is at the park. In the summer,
the innovative companies that have chosen
newest professional sports team, Sporting
boating is a treat on the lake that is stocked
KCK as their home.
KC, as they consistently bring fierce Major
with fish annually.”
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ambassador of the Hill’s history is povitica, a swirled bread delicacy produced by several area companies using treasured family recipes. “Strawberry Hill and Russian Hill have also become a gathering place for artists looking for a great value on a house that may need a little TLC, but can be purchased at a very affordable price and still has charm and
historic
presence,”
Curtis
says.
For indoor activity, shopping and dining
“There are young former suburbanites
options abound at Legends. Many recog-
that want a diverse experience or are
nizable names include the local favorite
driven by their faith to live and work in
Arthur Bryant’s barbecue, Jimmy Buffet’s
these neighborhoods.”
Cheeseburger in Paradise, Granite City
“Our community is culturally diverse and
Food & Brewery, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th,
offers families with children the opportunity
Aéropostale and Cole Haan, among others.
to learn about other cultures in our ever-
For foodies, the city is filled with abundant
shrinking world,” Cash says. “The area has
locally owned places to explore for authentic
many faith-based communities. Plus, we are
Mexican food such as Taqueria Camecuaro,
blessed with both the KU Hospital and
El Camino Real and El Pollo Rey, as well as
Providence Medical Center for health care
numerous barbecue joints.
and many specialty hospitals and clinics.”
“In the last 10 years, the Latino population
Kansas City, Kan.––the first city in the
has increased, creating an abundance of small
world to have Google Fiber service—is
restaurants, bakeries and shops,” says Curtis.
a friendly area that is growing rapidly
“Central Avenue is alive with foot traffic and
without forsaking its charm. “What else I
a willing customer base that will shop several
really like about living in Wyandotte County
times a week. It’s perfect for small mom-and-
is people talk to each other and watch out
pop stores with food service, groceries and
for each other,” Cash says.
TOP DESTINATIONS IN WYANDOTTE CO. Village West is home to many major retail stores, entertainment venues and dining destinations.
NEBRASKA FURNITURE MART CABELA’S GREAT WOLF LODGE SCHLITTERBAHN VACATION VILLAGE HOLLYWOOD CASINO
basic clothing supplies.” KCK is also home to Strawberry Hill, a neighborhood established in the late
resources: Legends Outlets legendsshopping.
19th century by immigrants from Croatia
com, Great Wolf Lodge greatwolf.com, Schlit-
and Slovenia. This very ethnically rich
terbahn Vacation Village schlitterbahn.com/kc,
area preserves and celebrates its culture
Hollywood Casino hollywoodcasinokansas.com,
through a neighborhood association, museum
Community America Ballpark tbonesbaseball.com
KANSAS SPEEDWAY NASCAR, GRAND-AM sports cars racing and more
COMMUNITY AMERICA BALLPARK Home of Kansas City T-Bones Minor League baseball
SPORTING PARK Home of Sporting KC Major League Soccer
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LIVING NORTHLAND
UP NORTH story by Jill POWERS | photos by SCOTT OSWALT
PLATTE COUNTY
communities for young people. For proof,
shopping venue, to Main Street in Parkville,
Some of the best features of the Northland—
just look at the school systems and the
Mo., to Weston, Mo.’s annual Applefest
the region of Kansas City located north of
county’s students. All four school districts,
to the more than one million square feet of
the Missouri River—and the entire Kansas
which offer a range of student-body sizes from
new, light industrial space in Riverside, Mo.,
City area, are enclosed in the borders of
600 to 10,000, are accredited with the highest
there is always something great happening
Platte County. Surrounded on the west and
level of distinction by the State of Missouri.
in Platte County.
south by the Missouri River, Platte County
Each of them has sports, fine arts and ex-
is a prime destination for water-based
tracurricular programs that cultivate
activities, like boating, fishing or a scenic picnic on the bank. The Kansas City International Airport
Clay County is brimming with outdoor
pants. One new program,
and indoor, active and relaxing destinations.
the Northland Young
Smithville Lake is a 7,200-acre lake suitable
Professionals, brings
for almost any outdoor activity a resident
is also located in
together
young
could want. Take the family camping on one
Platte
County,
leaders from Platte
of more than 700 campsites, or rent a shelter.
making
residents
and Clay Counties.
Spend the afternoon on one of the lake’s
only hours away
The many members
disc golf courses. Later, take an evening hike
from any city in the
come
to
through 25 miles of trails. Rent a boat for
country. One of the most attractive aspects of the county, though, is the environment it provides for families and young professionals. Platte County is the ideal place to raise children. In 2012, the KIDS COUNT
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CLAY COUNTY
valuable life skills in partici-
together
form connections and
fishing, head to the beach to swim and
build their professional
finish off the day shooting 18-holes. Clay
networks. Activities include
may be a Midwestern county, but it possesses
presentations from successful
characteristics similar to the east and west.
business professionals from the area,
For instance, for a romantic evening
and volunteer and fundraising teams for
out, Smithville has a perfect restaurant
nonprofit organizations.
destination. Justus Drugstore on Main
Missouri Data Book called Platte County
Besides the schools and programs, Platte
Street provides a fine dining experience
the safest, healthiest and best-educated place
County offers many facets that improve
beyond the average bite. Bon Appetit
for children in the state, and America Promise
family life. From the shopping and dining
called Justus one of the Top Ten Best New
Alliance named it to its list of Top 100
opportunities in Zona Rosa, an outdoor
Romantic Getaways, and Time Magazine
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LIVING NORTHLAND listed it as one of the Top 10 Food Trends. Enjoy the locally grown and raised ingredients in its appetizers, salads and entrées, paired with the perfect wine from the restaurant’s extravagant list. Follow everything up with a sweet dessert. On those days when nothing sounds better than a little retail therapy, Briarcliff Village in Kansas City, five minutes north of downtown, provides an array of shopping experiences. Find the most stylish accessories for yourself or your best friend at Finishings For Her. Get the supplies you need for your latest crafting project from Urban Arts and Crafts. If your home needs a makeover, stop at Nell Hill’s for some design help. A local home décor legend, Nell Hill’s is 16,000 square feet of seemingly never ending arrangements put together by a knowledgeable staff. Besides stores, Briarcliff has restaurants, services and a growing residence life scene built on a foundation of quality. When you need some excitement, Clay County has two fun casino destinations. Harrah’s on Riverboat Drive and Ameristar on Ameristar Drive, both in North Kansas City, are great places to have a good time with your friends. You can have a couple of drinks and maybe win some extra cash, all while staying close to home. Once a year, you can fulfill your craving for communal celebration of historical tradition with the Jesse James Festival in Kearney. Countless other events, including a barbeque, a carnival, little miss and mister pageants and a rodeo, commemorate this rich tradition. With all of these great opportunities for leisure, dining and celebration, Clay County is a great place to live. And with Cerner Coporation in North Kansas City, CEVA Logistics in Kansas City and Liberty and the Ford plant in Claycomo, it is also a great place to work. Clay County is close to the best that Kansas City has to offer while still providing a small town atmosphere.
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LIVING OVERLAND PARK
OVER IN OVERLAND PARK story by ALLISON KOHN
| photo by PAUL ANDREWS
Tucked away from the new, suburban neighborhoods and corporate
movie theater, live entertainment and local bars give the neighborhood
business parks sits downtown Overland Park, a part of the city with a
a growing nightlife, making it difficult not to find something everyone
culture, history and vibe all its own.
loves in downtown Overland Park.
Adam Brahm, marketing director for the Overland Park Township, says downtown Overland Park is best-known for its authentic feel and
The Midwest’s style of eating is often categorized by hearty
the area. Supporting the local merchants is an integral part of the
meals and locally grown produce. Chefs Colby and Megan Garrelts
prospering culture.
opened their restaurant, Rye, with Midwestern cooking and cloth
“People love living here, they love doing business here, they love shopping here,” Brahm says. “We do everything we can eat local, shop local. It’s a thriving community around downtown [Overland Park].”
napkin culture on their minds. Rye, located in Mission Farms in nearby Leawood, delivers its patrons a delicious dining experience. Rye offers menu items with ingredients from local farmers. Most recently, Rye began growing its own produce and spices
The biweekly Farmer’s Market, which runs April through
to further emulate the taste of a home-cooked meal. The menu
November, is a downtown Overland Park favorite. Vendors from
boasts a variety of brunch, lunch and dinner options, which all
across the metro and surrounding areas sell their freshly-grown
showcase Colby and Megan’s distinct cooking style. Rye works
produce and homemade products while shoppers enjoy live music,
to ensure quality and freshness in its food, using only free-range
fresh-squeezed lemonade and other food made from scratch.
Amish chickens and cooking their barbeque on a first-come,
Brahm says the Farmer’s Market has enhanced the local scene.
first-serve basis.
Coupled with the variety of ethnic restaurants, the Culinary
For the adventurous eater, try the crispy livers and gizzards,
Center of Kansas City and other bustling cafés, it’s a prime
made in the house hot sauce and served with a spinach and
destination for local foodies.
lemon salad. For dessert, order one of Rye’s whole pies to go,
Downtown Overland Park’s specialty stores include the Tasteful
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local activity. More than 300 locally-owned businesses draw patrons to
which are made with seasonal ingredients.
Olive, a store that sells oils, vinegars and other gourmet ingredients. The
Megan’s delectable pastries and Colby’s talent as a chef bolster
newly opened Clock Tower Bakery and Café bakes bread, cakes,
Rye’s success. Particularly, Colby’s talent gained national recognition
cinnamon rolls and other pastries daily. The café also serves pizzas and
when The James Beard Foundation awarded him with the Best Chef
soups and features an open kitchen.
Midwest award for 2013.
Brahm says the recently renovated Rio Theater has helped
resources: Overland Park, Kan. opkansas.org, The Tasteful Olive
bolster the area as an entertainment destination as well. The
thetastefulolive.com, Clock Tower Bakery clocktowerbakery.com,
Rio Theater is part of the Fine Arts Group of Kansas City. The
Rye ryekc.com
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Local Business Hotspots Overland Park and Leawood are quickly gaining acclaim for their wide variety of nationally-renowned businesses. Below are a few examples of the biggest brands that have established themselves in the area.
SPRINT The world headquarters of this corporation is located in the heart of Overland Park. At the time of its construction, it was called the largest business complex in the Midwest.
BLACK & VEATCH Forbes Magazine has consistently ranked this engineering and construction management company as one of the largest privately-owned companies in the country. The company was founded in 1915, is employee-owned and worth an estimated $3.3 billion.
AMC MOVIE THEATRES With more than 300 locations around the country, AMC serves approximately 200 million guests a year. Its most recent ventures include the Fork and Screen theaters that allow guests to enjoy a meal and a movie.
WADDELL AND REED FINANCIAL, INC. Founded in 1937, this asset management and financial planning firm is one of the largest of its kind. The firm has received a top ranking from Barron’s Best Fund Families since 2008. Waddell and Reed is also a primary sponsor of the annual Kansas City Marathon. resources: Black & Veatch bv.com, AMC Movie Theatres amctheaters.com, Waddell & Reed waddell.com
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The new beginning in pet therapeutics. Aratana Therapeutics has started on our exciting journey to become a leading provider of unmatched medicines for unmet needs in pets. We’re committed to innovative therapeutic solutions that can give more pets a new beginning. Find out more at www.aratana.com.
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HISTORY FOSTERING PROGRESS “What makes Independence special?
growth. Central to that is Independence’s
People are so proud to live here, and that
downtown area, which is full of history and
makes them incredibly friendly,” says Alex
local business.
development at the Independence Chamber
downtown area includes Clinton’s Soda
of Commerce. “If I see someone out on the
Fountain—where President Truman used to
Square, even if I haven’t met them before, they
work—long-time, local favorite Ophelia’s
will say hello.”
Restaurant, kitchen goods store Gilbert
Independence, Mo., fifteen minutes from
Whitney & Co. and Uptown clothing
downtown, is known for its rich history. For
boutique. With an impressively designed
starters, President Harry S. Truman is from
courthouse at its center, the Square provides
Independence, and it is there that his library
the opportunity to connect with the city’s roots.
and home are open to the public.
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Known as Independence Square, the
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Independence’s events keep variety and
“The historical aspects of Independence
community alive. SantaCaliGon Days, named
are certainly good for this city, and it is
because Independence is the intersection of
truly the foundation of any metropolitan
the Santa Fe, California and Oregon trails,
growth,” Colley says. Independence just so
has showcased handmade home goods since
happens to have a lot of history accessible
1940. Moonlight movies are held in the Square
to the public. The Bingham-Waggoner
during the summertime, as is live music. Plus,
Estate, the home of American Civil War
the Chamber of Commerce recently found a
artist George Caleb Bingham built in 1852,
way to bring the community together to
and Vaile Mansion, built in 1881 for frontier
celebrate the city as a whole.
business tycoon Harvey Vaile, are portals to
resources:
the past. In addition to being great settings
ci.independence.mo.us, Alliant Tech Systems
for public and private events, their old-school
atk.com, Independence School District
architecture serve to inspire the design of today.
isdschools.org, Clinton’s Soda Fountain
City
of
Independence,
Mo.
Independence, with major employers such
clintonssodafountain.com, Ophelia’s Restaurant
as Alliant Tech Systems, the Independence
& Inn opheliasind.com, Gilbert, Whitney &
School District and Centerpoint Medical
Co. gilbertwhitney.net, Uptown Boutique
Center, is experiencing plenty of metropolitan
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STAYING ACTIVE IN LEE’S SUMMIT story by ERICKA CHERRY
Known locally as a family-friendly suburban area, Lee’s Summit is a burgeoning
sells local produce to residents Wednesdays and Saturdays.
social scene. “Our
downtown
“Lee’s Summit, to small businesses, area
is
friendly.
is a secure place to preserve invest-
There’s a real sense of belonging around here.
ments and really prosper as a business,”
In terms of tourism, we bring people in with
McKenna
places like Paradise Park and Powell Gardens,”
entrepreneurs come to Lee’s Summit, helping
Jim McKenna, community brand manager for
the area continue to develop into a city unlike
the Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce, says,
any in the area.
“And they discover the restaurants, events,
In addition to
This
will
ensure
that
the great neighborhoods
such as the St. Patrick’s Day parade, and
in the area, Lee’s Summit is home to
parks and rec offerings.” After that, it’s
University of Central Missouri’s Summit
The Summit Theatre Group supports
hard for them to want to leave.
Center. The university’s main campus is
entertainment, such as plays and musicals
Downtown Lee’s Summit, the quaint
located in Warrensburg, Mo., but with
at the three area high schools, the Lee’s
surrounding neighborhoods and the history
11,000 students attending school at UCM’s
Summit Symphony and community theatre
Summit Center, the campus is
performances, providing further cultural
a thriving, state-of-the-
richness to the area. Lee’s Summit, after a day
art haven for those
of work, is a relaxing place to come home to,
wishing to start or
but with thriving restaurants, entertainment
of Lee’s Summit—which was founded in 1865—factor into the city’s appeal. Restaurants such as Ciao! Bella Italian Ristorante and Henry’s
finish
Tea Room serve as a
Both online and
delicious backdrop to
in-person
the downtown area. Home
are available for
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Room
henrystearoom.com,
dents, making this
University of Central Missouri’s Summit
a convenient way to
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LIVING OTHER CITIES
story by JILL POWERS
PRAIRIE VILLAGE
and visitors with plenty of options for their
Education
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every need.
• Lawrence offers 14 elementary schools, four
• Prairie Village is home to more than
• Great meal opportunities at the Tavern in the
middle schools, two high schools and a virtual
21,000 residents.
Village, Story, and other local restaurants.
option for grades K-12, and multiple
• 64 acres of parks fill the city. • The majority of household
• The R.G. Endres Art Gallery in the Prairie
incomes fall in the $100,000 to $149,999 range.
Village
highly-rated private school options for all ages.
Municipal
• The University of Kansas was founded in
Offices features a different
Lawrence in 1865. Now, about 28,000
artist every month.
students are educated on a campus that has been ranked as one of the most beautiful
LAWRENCE
Businesses and Employment • There are 1,500 businesses
located
in Prairie Village. • 68.1 percent of the population is employed. • More than half of the city’s population, 58 percent,
in the nation.
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Shopping, Dining & Entertainment
• With a population
• Massachusetts Street includes retailers
of more than 88,000,
and restaurants like Brits for British goods
Lawrence has been
and souvenirs, Envy for fashion that’s a
growing for more than
step ahead and Signs of Life for a book,
two decades.
art and coffee fix.
• In the past six years, Lawrence
• Free State Brewing Company on Massa-
has been named a top U.S. college
chusetts Street was named best restaurant in
town by MSNBC and one of the top 10
the city two years in a row. It is a popular
best places to retire by U.S. News and
brewery and its beer is on tap regionally.
Education
World Report.
• If you like to golf, then this is the city for
• Four grade schools, two middle schools and
• Famous names have Lawrence roots: writer
you. Two courses, Alvamar and Eagle Bend,
one high school are open to the city’s students
Langston Hughes and basketball inventor
are located within the city and popular
in the Shawnee Mission Public School District,
James Naismith. KU alums Paul Rudd,
which maintains an excellent national
Jason Sudeikis and Rob Riggle
reputation 30 years running.
also have ties to Lawrence.
is employed in management, business, science and arts occupations.
• Highlawn Montessori is a private school
• Look for KU’s Natural History Museum at KU, geo-caching
for 50 years and has an expanding program
Businesses & Employment
for first through sixth graders.
• Education and health,
that has been teaching preschool children
among its residents.
activities
and
galleries.
life sciences, finances and
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manufacturing are some of
• Prairie Village Shopping Center has
the most popular industries.
both familiar stores, like Jos. A. Bank and
• Among the top employers
Macy’s, and other locally-rooted shops like
are The University of Kansas,
Bag & Baggage and Tiffany Town.
Vangent for information services
• Corinth Square, State Line Road and
and Berry Plastics for manufacturing.
Meadowbrook Shopping Centers are all
• Lawrence has one of the highest percentages
within the city’s reach as well, leaving residents
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to refuel, like Oklahoma Joe’s award-winning
• The Stocksdale Gallery of Art on the campus
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barbecue on Strang Line Road.
of William Jewell features exhibits by students
• Spend your weekend afternoon visiting
and professionals.
• Residents can enjoy 43 parks and 57 miles
the Downtown Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit,
• The Liberty area is home to five golf
of trails within city limits.
featuring new pieces every year.
courses, such as Cardinal Hill Golf Course
• The median age of residents is 33.
• Two lakes within the city limits, Lake
and Shoal Creek Golf Course.
Businesses & Employment
Olathe and Cedar Lake, are great for
• Liberty also boasts dining experiences such
• Olathe District Schools, Johnson County
boating and fishing.
as local pizza joint The Dish, with its deep dish
Government, Farmers Insurance, Olathe
Chicago-style pizza.
Medical Center and Garmin International
LIBERTY
are the city’s top employers, with more than
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ST. JOSEPH
2,000 workers each.
• The median age of residents is 34.
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• Honeywell engineering and manufacturing,
• Liberty has been rated one of the best
• St. Joseph was named “All-America City”
TransAM Trucking and Convergys customer
places to live on lists in various national
by the National Civic League.
service also employ 1,000 or more workers.
publications, such as CNN Money and
• The median age of city residents is 35.
• The most popular industries are retail,
Family Circle.
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manufacturing and transportation, health
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care and construction.
Education
•
• Twenty-nine elementary, schools
KC animal health corridor, Boehringer
Major
employers
include
Liberty
its campus in St. Joseph.
Liberty
• St. Joseph’s largest employers include
School District and
Heartland Health, St. Joseph School District
Hallmark Cards.
and Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc.
eight middle and four high
• Known as playing a pivotal role in the
Hospital,
make
up the city’s public
Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc., recently expanded
school system. •
Olathe
Education
Northwest
High was listed fourth best high school in the state. Olathe North High also
• The St. Joseph School District serves more
District has been updated
than 12,000 students at three high schools,
with
received a bronze award from U.S.
the
most
recent
four middle schools and 16 elementary schools.
technological advances to better
• Missouri Western State University is home to
News and World Report for the 2012-13
prepare students for the professional world.
the Institute for Industrial & Applied Life
school year.
• William Jewell College was listed on Forbes
Sciences, which offers customized animal
• More than nine private school options are
Magazine’s “America’s Best Colleges” in its
health training and degree programs, including
available to kindergarten through twelfth
2012 report.
degrees with a Quality Assurance and Quality
graders, and more than 20 private pre-schools
• Maple Woods Community College is
Control emphasis, as well as additional
are open to the area’s youngest residents.
just 15 minutes away and offers day and
customized cGMP training for the animal
• Olathe is home to MidAmerica Nazarene
evening classes as well as continuing
health industry.
University, which was founded in 1966 and
education classes.
has a student population of about 1,700 in
Shopping, Dining Entertainment
&
• Kansas State University has a campus in
Shopping, Dining & Entertainment
Olathe that provides much of the research
• The Performing Arts
used on the main campus.
Center at the Liberty
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listings,
mansions,
both bachelors and graduate programs.
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• The Liberty School
Center
• St. Joseph offers more than
50
National
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presents a number of
estates and historic
• Olathe is home to more than 20 shopping
plays, concerts, musicals
commercial structures.
centers, Crossroads, Rosebud Plaza and
and other special events
West Village.
and is home to the Liberty
• When you’re finished shopping, there are
Symphony Orchestra and the
plenty of restaurants you can choose from
Liberty Theatre Company.
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Infamous outlaw Jesse James was once a resident. • Visual arts are on display at Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art.
• Festivals such as St. Patrick’s Mexican Fiesta and the Coleman Hawkins Jazz festival celebrate the city’s cultural diversity and continue to draw crowds from the Kansas City metropolitan area to St. Joseph. • The Kansas City Chiefs hold its summer training camp on the campus of Missouri Western State University. • Downtown boutiques such as Mod Podge and The Lucky Tiger complement East Hills Shopping Center, St. Joseph’s recently renovated mall.
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Nazarne University mnu.edu, K-State Olathe olathe.k-state.edu, The Great Mall of the Great
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