Ingram's Magazine July 2022

JULY 2022 • VOLUME 48, NO. 7

Talk of the Town 7 In the News/Correspondent Business News and Legislative Updates Perspectives 4 ‘We the People ... ‘

President Ronald Reagan in his fare well address includes wisdom every American should embrace. by Joe Sweeney

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9 Between the Lines

When it comes to municipal services, “free” usually means they’re worth

every penny. by Jack Cashill 11 Reflections

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Features 5 Truer Words . . .

College athletics is having another coniption fit, but this one could work to Kansas City’s advantage. by Dennis Boone

Ronald Reagan’s farewell address to the nation more than 30 years ago carries a special significance as we head into a new election season.

Special Reports 21 Corporate Report 100

12 In a Nutshell

Is this a Bear Market rally? Uncertainty continues to hamper the markets. by Ken Herman

15 Filling the VC Void

For a 37th year, dating to its debut by Corporate Report magazine, this list of the region’s 100 fastest-grow ing companies has been a staple of business information for the greater Kansas City region. It’s all about the companies headquartered here that are demonstrating exceptional growth.

Business & Commerce 47 Of Counsel Sarbanes-Oxley at 20:

Access to venture capital, the bane of entrepreneurs everywhere, is especially painful in the Kansas City region. How does that get fixed? By Dennis Boone

What it has meant for business. by William Quick and Toni Ruo

19 The CR100 at 37

53 Wealth Management

This region’s fastest-growing companies reflect an economy where some winners are winning big.

A strategic succession plan should be a top priority for business owners. by Colleen Hayes

21 The 2022 CR100

Meet the region’s 100 fastest-growing enterprises, reflecting business sectors that are setting standards for rapid growth. Among them this year: Banks, construction companies, residential realty agencies and more.

48 Q&A With . . . Jeff Auslander

Dynamic Logistix’s CEO takes the measure of rapid growth. 50 Uncharted Waters

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Banking executives in the Kansas City region cite a litany of problems that could drive interest rates higher, and offer some insights that can help potential commercial clients.

cover photo by Matt Kocourek

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