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PR guy, Kansas City advocate, Swedish Fish addict & proud KU alum

Kansas City, MO
Joined January 2012
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It's officially #NFLDraft week.
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As a carpetbagger Kansas City resident for nearly 20 years now, I know his answer is no idle boast. Just the reality of what this city has become, which is partly what earned us the honor in the first place. @KC2026WorldCup @VisitKC
For the ‘Ted Lasso’ fans: Actor Jason Sudeikis took one question during the White House briefing, from ‘fake journalist’ Trent Crimm 😆
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.@MMGYglobal is now hiring for a Senior PR Account Executive for our growing #KC team. Part traveler + part storyteller, this new role is well-suited for an experienced communicator who is hungry for their next great chapter in travel PR. #hiring #jobs jobs.jobvite.com/mmgyglobal-…
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🚨 GIVEAWAY TIME 🚨 Each RT to enter is TWO votes for @PatrickMahomes in the #WPMOYChallenge! Let's keep him in 1st place Kingdom 🥇
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Merry Christmas, #ChiefsKingdom – at Overland Park, KS
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In honor of today being Walt Disney's birthday, I'd like to share a story of my favorite native-Kansas Citian. KC had a huge impact on Disney, and this story blends the history of the legend himself, with lessons of resiliency, creative passion, and ultimately, righting wrongs.
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“Kansas City has long been a major hub of the Midwest, but coastal dwellers should really start taking note.” 23 Best Places to Go in the U.S. in 2023, According to Condé Nast Traveler Editors | Condé Nast Traveler cntraveler.com/story/best-pl…
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Derek Klaus retweeted
MMGY Global announces 2023 evolution of its Global Leadership Team. bit.ly/3PtP0aT
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Pints of interest in Grand Rapids. #esto22 – at Grand Rapids, MI
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Derek Klaus retweeted
Here’s a quick list of can’t miss spots to introduce travelers to what Kansas City has on delicious offer that I did for @thedailybeast. I could only pick 8 spots under specific categories, so although I could have listed hundreds, these are my picks. thedailybeast.com/where-to-e… – at Kansas City, MO
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Coming attractions … – at Hawaii, USA
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Tank 7 sighting in Maui at Monkeypod. 🍺 👏🏼 #KC – at Hawaii, USA
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Derek Klaus retweeted
The Supreme Court doesn’t set our rights. We do through elections and the leaders we choose. Be bothered, but also be inspired to make a difference in our communities.
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Those outside KC surprised by winning World Cup bid haven't paid attention to the remarkable growth in culture & interest over the past couple of decades. FIFA noticed
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Derek Klaus retweeted
It's time for the Soccer Capital of America to take the world's largest stage. #KC2026
Cool job alert. Travel is back, and our team at @MMGYglobal is looking to hire a Marketing & Communications Director for our growing #KC headquarters. Join us: lnkd.in/dfUxdJvE
Kansas City you are going to love this new airport terminal. Opening in Early 2023! – at Kansas City, MO
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Congratulations to the @KUHoops team on winning the national championship. This team was fun to watch, and they earned their first title since 2008 (which was a pretty good year).
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