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The Right Money at the Right Time at the Right Terms

Thursday, October 27th, 2011

Posted by: Greg Elliott, Director of Business Development at 1102 GRAND

Recently, I helped organize a group called The Right Money at the Right Time at the Right Terms. SITAKS (Regional Software and Information Technology Trade Association) hosted an engaging panel discussion on raising business capital. The panel shared how growing businesses secure the right money at the right time at the right terms and discussed what the latest trends are in our local business ecosystem.

The panel discussion featured experts in capital-raising and shared their tips on:

What terms & conditions investors & angel groups look for.
Part 1

Part 2

DOs and DON’Ts on what should be included in both a pitch and a presentation.
Part 1

Part 2

One successful entrepreneur-turned-investor’s personal experience on what works and what does not in connecting with investors.
Panelists included: Toby Rush, founder and president of Rush Tracking Systems; Michele Weigand, managing partner of Focused Perspective; and Dr. Joel Wiggins, president and CEO of the Enterprise Center of Johnson County and executive manager of Mid-America Angels Investments. Entrepreneur Davyeon Ross of Digital Sports Ventures moderated the discussion.

To learn more about future SITAKS educational and/or networking events feel free to contact Greg Elliott – SITAKS membership committee chairman or go to www.sitaks.com .

Many thanks to newly opened Regus office space for allowing us to use their impressive facility (fractional office space) on the Plaza. Contact Danielle Torneden (Danielle.torneden@regus.com) or Tara Dyer (tara.dyer@regus.com) for more information on the Regus facility.

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Thank You to Alyson Raletz at The Kansas City Business Journal for Interviewing Darren Bonawitz, Principal of 1102 GRAND

Tuesday, September 6th, 2011

A huge thanks to Alyson Raletz at the Kansas City Business Journal for interviewing Darren Bonawitz about 1102 GRAND’s booming business.

Google may have to hurry to book room in fast-filling Internet hotel

A principal at what he says is Kansas City’s only Internet carrier hotel routinely hears the same question: Is Google coming to 1102 Grand?

The more appropriate question might be: Who’s not coming to 1102 Grand?

Although he would welcome Google Inc., 1102 Grand LLC co-owner Darren Bonawitz barely has time to utter his “no comment” refrain to inquiring customers because of the company’s booming growth.

The company, which provides carrier-neutral, or public, data center space in a 26-story building in downtown Kansas City, matched its record 2010 revenue numbers in the first six months of this year.

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Thank you to Kansas City Business Journal for Interviewing Darren Bonawitz, Principal of 1102 GRAND, Kansas City’s Data Center, in Recent Article: Google Fiber Lured to Kansas City, Mo., with Existing Web Connections

Thursday, May 26th, 2011

Posted By: Darren Bonawitz, principal of 1102 GRAND

Thank you to Kansas City Business Journal for interviewing Darren Bonawitz, principal of 1102 GRAND, in recent article: Google Fiber Lured to Kansas City, Mo., with Existing Web connections.

Kansas City’s existing Internet connection hub and exchange activity played a crucial role in landing the Google Inc. deal for both sides of the state line.

On May 17, Google announced that it would extend its ultra-high-speed Internet service from Kansas City, Kan., to Kansas City, Mo.

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Carrier / Provider Profile – Zayo Enterprise Networks

Monday, January 10th, 2011

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1102 GRAND, Kansas City’s Data Center & Internet Hub Wishes a Happy New Year for 2011!

Wednesday, January 5th, 2011

Posted By: Darren Bonawitz

So 2011 is officially in full swing, and before getting too far into the year, I wanted to take a quick moment to thank everyone for their ongoing support of 1102 GRAND. As in years past, our team met a lot of new people in 2010 and is fortunate that many have become customers. We appreciate the new business as well as the ongoing business from our existing customer base, and we look forward to working with everyone going forward. Thank you again for your confidence in 1102 GRAND!

Now, bear with my non-economist perspective on the economy. Although there is still uncertainty with the economy as a whole, from talking with several companies, it is becoming increasingly clear to me that things are better than they were a year ago. Businesses continue to see a lot of pent up demand, but that demand is slowly starting to release. Current and prospective customers alike are telling us they are starting to see the same thing although it is still not rapidly accelerating and not a guarantee month-to-month. So most companies do not appear to be seeing a flood of new activity, and I am certain the improvement occurring is not across the board for all companies or vertical markets. So no hate mail, please. I’m not saying that we’re back to “good times” yet or that everyone is “winning”. My point is that we should all be thankful for any improvement no matter how incremental or insignificant it may seem. Not going backwards is the first step forward.

If most of us can meet or exceed even the most modest growth targets for 2011, the results will be meaningful and the year will be far better than we’ve seen is a while. It is more than just about the numbers on the financial statements too. I’m convinced it is more important from a customer and employee confidence standpoint. It is so easy for people at all ranks within a company to go through the days and weeks on “bad economy cruise control”. As we start the New Year, I think it is time to shake the dust off, and find a little bit of the swagger from the good times. At 1102 GRAND, we are ready to go, and 2011 is going to be a good year! We hope you feel the same and are right there with us. All the best for a fun and profitable 2011!

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Thank You to David Twiddy of The Kansas City Business Journal for Featuring Darren Bonawitz, Principal of 1102 GRAND, in a Recent Article

Thursday, December 30th, 2010

Thank you David Twiddy, staff writer for the Kansas City Business Journal, for featuring Darren Bonawitz, principal of 1102 GRAND, in recent article: Bonawitz is wired into IT scene. According to the article, networking and personal connections has helped Bonawitz thrive in the data center industry.

It’s a November evening, and the Press Bar and Panini Grill in downtown Kansas City is packed with IT workers, tech entrepreneurs and a smattering of angel investors.

Some are looking for jobs, some are searching for business partners, and others just want to learn more about the depth of local tech companies.

Darren Bonawitz stands near the center of the action, raffling off iPads and flat-screen televisions, thanking the event’s sponsors and then diving back into his favorite activity — introducing people.

As a founder of KCNext, the organization hosting the “happy hour,” Bonawitz long has enjoyed expanding tech…

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Darren Bonawitz of 1102 GRAND Endorses New Landings, a Kansas City Area Job Club

Friday, November 26th, 2010

Posted By: Darren Bonawitz

nljc logo Darren Bonawitz of 1102 GRAND Endorses New Landings, a Kansas City Area Job Club

When we were at the Kansas City Area Development Council’s (KCADC) annual meeting a couple of weeks ago, Greg and I caught up with several friends and met some great people. One such group we had the pleasure of being introduced to is New Landings, and I wanted to make sure people were aware of this organization.

While things appear to be better with the economy than they were a year or two ago, I know that there are still many people looking for a job and many others who are still at risk. If you are out of work or know others who are, please check out their information and be sure to share with others. http://www.nljc.org/

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TeliaSonera International Carrier Locates at Kansas City’s Data Center and Internet Hub

Wednesday, November 24th, 2010

1102 GRAND, Kansas City’s data center and Internet hub, recently announced that TeliaSonera International Carrier, a global provider of cross-border communication services, established a point of presence at its building.

Paul Dahlgren, head of product management, strategy and marketing at TeliaSonera International Carrier, said that 1102 GRAND is the best carrier neutral collocation facility in Kansas City. “1102 GRAND has the critical mass of networks for interconnection and delivery of TeliaSonera International Carrier’s services,” said Dahlgren.

Dahlgren added, “Our customers all have one thing in common: they require best-in-class cross-border communications to carry quality services to users around the world. Online gaming providers, professional media companies and universities benefit from using TeliaSonera International Carrier communications services,” said Dahlgren.

Darren Bonawitz, principal of 1102 GRAND, said that the partnership between TeliaSonera International Carrier and 1102 GRAND is extremely beneficial to customers. “1102 GRAND’s customers now have the possibility to connect to Europe’s largest and fastest growing IP backbone. TeliaSonera International Carrier, offers customers access to the Global IP network, transmission services and media services for ISPs, content providers, broadcasters and other large scale users,” said Bonawitz.

TeliaSonera International Carrier is a global provider of cross-border communication services. It delivers IP, capacity and voice services and also provides the media, education and online gaming industries with services tailored to their specific needs. TeliaSonera International Carrier owns and operates more than 43,000 kilometers (27,000 miles) of fiber network, which covers more than 100 points of presence in 35 countries across Europe, the US and Asia. It is a leading global IP provider – the number one carrier in Europe and winner of 2009 World Communication Awards in the Best Wholesale Carrier and Best New Service categories (www.teliasoneraic.com). TeliaSonera International Carrier’s press office for journalists can be reached at + 46-706372771

1102 GRAND is a Midwestern carrier hotel and network neutral collocation facility specifically enhanced with the infrastructure to host and provide services to an array of global network operators including carriers, service providers and enterprise customers who demand highly secure and connected, customized solutions for their core networking equipment. 1102 GRAND offers a wide array of collocation options including cabinets, cage space, suites and space for private data centers, all of which are connected to a carrier neutral Meet Me Room, housing nearly 30 carriers and service providers (http://1102grand.com/). Twitter@ 1102grand

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1102 GRAND Featured on DataCenterKnowledge.com: 1102 GRAND Adds More Colo Space in KC

Friday, November 19th, 2010

Thank you to Rich Miller for featuring Darren Bonawitz of 1102 GRAND on datacenterknowledge.com.

Bonawitz is co-owner of 1102 GRAND, Kansas City’s data center and Internet hub. 1102 GRAND is expanding its colocation area, adding 5,000 square feet of additional caged space for carriers, service providers and enterprise customers. Here is what Bonawitz had to say about the expansion.

“This new colocation expansion will appeal to customers that are looking for their own private space without the upfront capital expenditure or ongoing maintenance costs.”

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MSNBC.com Posts 1102 GRAND’s Press Release: TeliaSonera International Carrier Locates at Kansas City’s Data Center and Internet Hub

Friday, November 19th, 2010

A press release announcing that TeliaSonera International Carrier, a global provider of cross-border communication services, established a point of presence at 1102 GRAND was recently posted on MSNBC.com

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The Right Money at the Right Time at the Right Terms

Thursday, October 27th, 2011

Thank You to Alyson Raletz at The Kansas City Business Journal for Interviewing Darren Bonawitz, Principal of 1102 GRAND

Tuesday, September 6th, 2011

Thank you to Kansas City Business Journal for Interviewing Darren Bonawitz, Principal of 1102 GRAND, Kansas City’s Data Center, in Recent Article: Google Fiber Lured to Kansas City, Mo., with Existing Web Connections

Thursday, May 26th, 2011

Carrier / Provider Profile – Zayo Enterprise Networks

Monday, January 10th, 2011

1102 GRAND, Kansas City’s Data Center & Internet Hub Wishes a Happy New Year for 2011!

Wednesday, January 5th, 2011

Thank You to David Twiddy of The Kansas City Business Journal for Featuring Darren Bonawitz, Principal of 1102 GRAND, in a Recent Article

Thursday, December 30th, 2010

Darren Bonawitz of 1102 GRAND Endorses New Landings, a Kansas City Area Job Club

Friday, November 26th, 2010

TeliaSonera International Carrier Locates at Kansas City’s Data Center and Internet Hub

Wednesday, November 24th, 2010

1102 GRAND Featured on DataCenterKnowledge.com: 1102 GRAND Adds More Colo Space in KC

Friday, November 19th, 2010

MSNBC.com Posts 1102 GRAND’s Press Release: TeliaSonera International Carrier Locates at Kansas City’s Data Center and Internet Hub

Friday, November 19th, 2010