This Entrepreneurship Connections is an opportunity to share exciting updates, celebrate local impact, and connect with the entrepreneurs, partners, and community members who make Reno County’s entrepreneurial ecosystem stronger.

StartUp South Hutch, an Entrepreneurship Workshop Series presented by StartUp Hutch, is coming to South Hutchinson, Kansas, on Thursday, May 21, at South Hutch Community Building.

If marketing your business feels scattered, inconsistent, or like a constant guessing game, this workshop will help you refocus.

Forged Automotive LLC has secured a $150,000 NetWork Kansas loan, made possible through matching funds from First National Bank, to launch a new full-service automotive repair and maintenance shop. Founded by Hutchinson native Elijah Crist, Forged Automotive LLC is preparing to launch at 800 South Main Street.

In April, we welcome Anna Crable, owner of a Farmers Insurance agency and co-owner of White Oak Real Estate Group. Anna has built her career around serving individuals, families, and fellow business owners through some of life’s biggest decisions.

StartUp Hutch has been awarded a $15,000 grant from the Hutchinson Community Foundation’s Fund for Reno County to support its Rural Business Resilience & Expansion Microgrant Initiative in rural Reno County.

StartUp Arlington, an Entrepreneurship Workshop Series presented by StartUp Hutch, is coming to Arlington, Kansas, on Tuesday, April 21, at Carolyn’s Essenhaus. The workshop is designed for rural and small-town residents who are interested in starting a business or strengthening an existing one.

In March, we welcome Shane Iwashige, an entrepreneur, business owner, and community leader who knows firsthand the challenges and rewards of building something from the ground up.

StartUp Hutch has been awarded a $50,000 grant from the Hutchinson Community Foundation to launch a new Housing Entrepreneurship Program aimed at strengthening the local contractor and skilled trades pipeline to support housing development in Hutchinson and Reno County.

We’re excited to share StartUp Hutch’s first-ever Annual Report! Inside, you’ll see the impact entrepreneurs are making across Reno County, the programs supporting them, and the partnerships helping our ecosystem grow.

Whether you're thinking about starting a business or looking to strengthen one you already run, this workshop is for you. Learn about the resources available through StartUp Hutch, explore the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, and discover how small businesses shape our local economy.

The February event will feature Laura Meyer-Dick of First Kansas Bancshares, the parent company of First National Bank of Hutchinson, as the guest speaker. Laura Meyer-Dick is a fourth-generation community banker and vice president of First Kansas Bancshares.

These young entrepreneurs will pitch their businesses to a panel of judges and participate in a tradeshow to show off their innovative ideas.

In January, we’re excited to welcome Brad Pryor of Pryor Investments as our featured speaker. Brad is a successful franchise owner with several Papa John’s locations across Kansas, and he also brings extensive experience in property management.

Aspiring entrepreneurs can gain valuable skills and insights through the Ice House Entrepreneurship Program, an eight-week in-person course hosted by StartUp Hutch and NetWork Kansas.

StartUp Hutch's new Executive Director, Graham Klemme, recently joined the BW Morning Show to share his vision for supporting entrepreneurs in Reno County.

StartUp Hutch's new Executive Director, Graham Klemme, recently joined the BW Morning Show to share his vision for supporting entrepreneurs in Reno County.

StartUp Hutch has named Graham Klemme as its new Executive Director.

StartUp Hutch announces an upcoming leadership transition and two exciting job opportunities.

Hiatt Enterprises, the parent company of All Pro Plumbing, Heating & Air, has secured a $50,000 loan from the StartUp Hutch Fund.