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All in Local Businesses
Cory and Jill Smith are metalSMITH, a business that repurposes discarded items into new home decor, yard art and furniture.
Todd Konkel, owner of Topeka Vendors Market, felt partnering with small businesses to fill space would be a win-win for his recently acquired building near 6th and Adams.
In Topeka, many shared workspaces are truly communities.
Candidates running for president typically lay out their vision for America with lofty goals and plans to pursue these goals once elected. Following the election, often reality sets in as the new president deals with the constraints that come with governing.
Everything in the boutique lives up to its name— FINICKY. Owner Janeen Bailey meticulously hand designs every item in the store, making sure every detail is just right.
For nearly five years, Monica Parsel has worked with Winston Brown Remodeling clients and contractors to reconfigure homes of all sizes for greater functionality and aesthetic appeal.
Despite the 2020 pandemic, the housing industry in Topeka remained strong, sustaining a seventh-year sellers’ market as interest rates dropped sharply.
“It's gratifying when people tell you how much they love their new home or new space. There aren't too many things outside of this industry where you can see what you’ve bought from start to finish."
Topeka’s housing market has remained competitive and shows no signs of slowing down in 2021. A local builder, real estate agent and designer share their perspectives on consumer trends.
“We bring the convenience to you,” Branden said. “All you have to do is drink them.”
Having “built it,” these business owners are taking their services straight to their customers.
Let’s face it, 2020 was a challenge. We spent the majority of it worried, frustrated, angry and a little shell shocked.
Being a part of Milestone Market allows event professionals to have a greater connection to the events community and an opportunity to collaborate with colleagues.
"You can make things be better or you can just be bitter." Cashmere Popcorn is a locally owned business based in Topeka, Kansas. It is a reminder of what makes this a warm and special city.
As we near the end of 2020, I hear a lot of people saying, “I can’t wait for 2020 to be over,” or “this was the worst year ever.” While I agree that 2020 dealt us a pretty lousy hand, it wasn’t all bad.
By working together, micro-businesses boost each other in the community, so that everyone succeeds.
Whether it’s a new kitchen for holiday entertaining, vehicle repair to safely transport children to after-school activities, or free advertising to promote the work of area nonprofits, these three companies demonstrate how desire and resourcefulness can result in transformation.
Three Topeka professionals explain why they left their thriving careers behind to venture outside their comfort zones in pursuit of a new challenge.
