The deal opens up Columbia, Missouri for the food tech company as well. If the cricket protein-based oatmeals, pancakes and protein shakes perform well in those three stores (and one in Southern Illinois) other Hy-Vee supermarkets could be next.
Paul Riat is just this guy, trying to figure things out. A fan of Max Weber, he generally gets a kick out of the triangle between economy, society and liberty. His focus on technology startups and venture capital fits because early stage tech startups are the most dynamic and impactful elements of local economies -- improving liberty and society like a rising tide.
