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John Klyce

@mbjklyce

I'm a reporter at the Memphis Business Journal covering public companies, and, well, whatever else catches my attention.

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Talk about ambitious. A new project has been proposed for the old Malco Majestic, which would include retail, restaurants, offices, production sound stages, recording studios, a TV network, indoor sports complex, and boutique hotel. See my story here! bizj.us/1q9n3w

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“We’re talking thousands and thousands of dollars a day, per boat.” The I-40 bridge closing has had a major impact on barge transportation companies. Check out my story here! #MEMPHIS bizj.us/1qa41e

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#MEMPHIS will soon have a better shot at landing big tv and film productions — because TN has passed a new bill that provides new incentives to shoot in the state. bizj.us/1qanps

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This could be the golden age for entrepreneurs, and Epicenter Memphis has a new opportunity for local ones: an online, Bluff-city focused startup directory that seeks to connect them with potential investors. Check out my story here! #memphis #Entrepreneur bizj.us/1qawd8

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Charles Shoffner has purchased prime real estate on S. Main Street, and he has plans to turn it into a restaurant, bar, and apartments. Check out my story here! #MEMPHIS #Food #restaurants bizj.us/1qbfdo

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Reporting isn't the only thing she does. Action News 5' @Kontji is spearheading the creation of Youdle, a new app coming Oct 1 — and it could be a big help to both consumers and small businesses. Check out my story here! #MEMPHIS #Entrepreneurship bizj.us/1qbprh

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I've always enjoyed writing about these areas, so I'm excited to lead Memphis Inno, Memphis Business Journal's new offering that focuses on #startups #technology , and #innovation! If you have any story ideas rooted in #MEMPHIS, give me a shout! #research bizj.us/1qbvvx

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This #MEMPHIS startup's device is like a Keurig — only it makes customizable nail polish and not coffee. Recently I spoke with co-founder Charles Brandon about his biz, how it got here, and what's next. Check out my story below! #innovation #technology bizj.us/1qc1xo

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Jared Meyers and Stephen Kalinsky met day 1 of their 1st year at Georgia Tech. Now, with help from Epicenter Memphis, the 2 could improve life for people with spinal cord injuries through their startup. #MEMPHIS #technology #healthcare #Entrepreneurship bizj.us/1qcuoz

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Curious about BLP Film Studios' Whitehaven project, set to be the 2nd largest Black-owned film studio in the U.S.? Planned cost is $300M-$500M, and BLP is in negotiations with potential partners — multibillion $, multinational entertainment cos. #MEMPHIS bizj.us/1qd22t

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In a global merger valued at $6.7B, Terminix is set to be acquired by RentokilInitial. A spokesperson told me Rentokil has“made clear their commitment to a significant presence in Memphis.” Check out my story here! bizj.us/1qd6sw

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#memphis Inno Madness is here! We've got 8 startups vying for the title of Inno Madness champion! This is our bracket challenge where you vote to advance cos based on 1 Q: Who would you invest in? Click the link to vote! bizj.us/1qe9aj

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Hundreds of votes have been cast in Rd 1 of Inno Madness, but only a few votes separate Idicula Mathew's Hera Health Solutions and @georgemonger's Connect Music in their matchup! And John Wilcox's Diatech Diabetes, Inc. and Will Clem's Bite Ninja are tied! Vote now! bizj.us/1qe9aj

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Fred Smith, founder of FedEx, will step down from his role as CEO, and remain executive chairman. Check out my story here! #memphis #leadership #logistics bizj.us/1qello

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Wondering how a group of execs and board members decided to sell First Horizon Bank , Memphis' oldest and largest bank, headquartered here since its founding during the Civil War? Check out my behind-the-scenes look at here! #MEMPHIS #business bizj.us/1qevl7

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In 2011, Henry Reaves, owner of Let Reaves Law Firm Be Your Voice, founded/coached Whitehaven High School's mock trial team. Now, a past student and current employee is coaching the team, and Reaves has seen his guidance passed on. Read my story here! #education #leadership bizj.us/1qf507

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As SweetBio preps for a big launch, it wants to get its products in homes. “The home has become the most convenient... place of care," said CEO Kayla RodriguezGraff. "So... where is it that we can innovate to help improve care in this space?" Read more here! bizj.us/1qfbvr

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After a big journalism career, @Kontji chose to shift gears, and go all-in with her startup, Youdle. It was a risk, but one she's glad she made. “I felt that if I didn’t do this,” she said, “I’d regret it for the rest of my life.” Read my story here! bizj.us/1qfylx

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Looking for a fun Friday ready? Thanks to one of Hollywood's go-to puppeteers, Jimmy Gould's SoapStandle has some interesting new promotional videos — and they're not what you might expect. #Entrepreneurship bizj.us/1qg0bl

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There aren't many figures in #MEMPHIS as well-known as Fred Smith. Recently, I talked to the FedEx founder about everything from business and sustainability to life and the Bluff City. Check out the story here! #leadership #Entrepreneurship bizj.us/1qgox5

There aren't many figures in #MEMPHIS as well-known as Fred Smith. Recently, I talked to the <a href="/FedEx/">FedEx</a> founder about everything from business and sustainability to life and the Bluff City. Check out the story here! #leadership #Entrepreneurship 
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