Buhler-based IdeaTek will receive $13.71 million from four Connectivity Emergency Response Grants (CERG) awarded by the state in response to the novel coronavirus to extend its fiber-optic network to unserved and underserved areas in parts of more than a dozen area counties.
How Do We Produce Our Monthly Tech Talks?
Our tech talk on 9/22 presented a new series of logistical AV challenge. Switching to a digital encoder and YouTube Live created a richer and more diverse show.
Member News: Kansas Global Trade Services
Groover Labs coworking community member Kansas Global Trade Services is working with local startup companies in a pilot program to increase exports and diversify the Wichita-area economy. The program is called the Wichita Export Accelerator Program and could help mitigate future economic downturns.
Groover Labs Presents Greenfield Robotics
We're excited to announce Clint Brauer and Steven Gentner of Greenfield Robotics as the next guests in our ongoing speaker series on Thursday, October 15, at 4:30 p.m. Greenfield Robotics develops robots that enable farmers to implement carbon farming on a global scale, and without agrichemicals.
Groover Labs Presents Jennifer Akers, Data Scientist
Today we’re announcing the second speaker for our monthly speaker series at Groover Labs. On Tuesday, September 22, at 4:30 p.m., data scientist Jennifer Akers will talk about the emerging field of data science and the important role data scientists play in retail, fintech, logistics and more.
More About Our Hybrid Virtual and In-person Event Model
We’re going to be living in the Covid-19 world for quite a while, and we can’t just put our community activities on hold. This is a way for us to reach out to people who want to network and participate in an event from home while also creating a place where people can gather safely.
Thinking About De-Densifying Your Office?
De-densify is the new word in real estate. Businesses who once paid large sums to fit as many employees as possible into an office are looking for ways to reduce the number of workers in their buildings to meet social distancing guidelines. Some are turning to coworking as a solution.
Adventures in 3D printing: Learning the basics
Maggie Gilmore, our community associate and the first person you see when you come to Groover Labs, has spent time learning more about 3D printing. She’s writing about the experience on our forum and on our blog.
SBA busy helping with relief programs
The U.S. Small Business Administration and banks are providing assistance to businesses during the public health crisis. Read the guidelines for various programs to see if your business qualifies for help.
Be safe: Wear a mask and if you can, sew a mask
Co-founder Tracy Hoover writes about sewing fabric face masks for her family, friends and others, offering information she found while researching patterns and materials. It’s a great time to dust off your machine.