In Service

The Companion Animal Market is a huge sector of the US economy and has an important impact to the Kansas City area. For 2009, it’s estimated that $45.4 billion will be spent on our pets in the U.S.

Think non-traditional retailers haven’t noticed the trends? Think again. Big name companies including Paul Mitchell, Omaha Steaks, Origins, Harley Davidson and Old Navy are now offering lines of pet products ranging from dog shampoo, pet attire, and name-brand toys to gourmet treats and food.

Unstoppable, Rock Solid Growth

It was announced recently that a Kansas City, Kansas based Hard Rock Hotel and Casino was selected as part of the approval of legalized gaming in Kansas. This new Hard Rock location will be part of the Kansas Speedway complex.

While not everyone agrees with the strategy or the tactic of theoretically “state owned” gaming, this area will only continue its burgeoning growth as a very popular Midwest tourist and visitor destination.

The focus is on the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. I truly believe that we “ain’t seen nothin’ yet.” I don’t think we can even fathom how great this will be for the Kansas region, for the Kansas City metro and for tourism. The market force of powerful brands is literally unstoppable.

Day 6: The Spirit of the Black Hills

There’s just something about this area that inspires.
It inspires people to do their best, to make good use of what they’ve been given and to meet the challenges and opportunities with a quiet grace.
I wonder where that comes from. Someone mentioned to me that people “up North” have a more stoic nature and take the […]

Day 5: More Than Motorcycles

STURGIS, S.D.
Sturgis seems to be going through an identity crisis. Everybody knows that this sleepy little town of 6,500 in the Black Hills plays host to nearly 500,000 bikers (many riding Harley-Davidsons) each August for the Sturgis Rally (the 2008 version was the 68th).
But that’s just for 10 days each year.
The rest of the time, […]