Kenny Kinley's guest appearances

Kenny Kinley

The Startup Junkies Podcast

I am Northwest Arkansas

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Common Grounds

Matt Waller

Joel Gordon

Edwin Ortiz

Nicole Calhoun

Dean Matt Waller

Spencer Jones

Hannah Withers

Kyle Tabor

James Farmer

Phil Shellhammer

Omar Kasim

Brent Hale

Ben Clark

Tom Gordon

Tim Miller

OwlTail

Summary:   Welcome to a brand new episode!   The Startup Junkies welcomed Kenny Kinley on our 282nd episode! Kinley is the CEO of Edafio Technology Partners and has proven leadership experience in broad roles such as IT, sales, marketing, account management, and more. It was a pleasure to discuss all things tech with him on this episode!   Thanks for tuning in!   Shownotes: (1:12) Introducing Kenny Kinley (3:48) Edafio Technology Partners (9:22) Angel Investing  (12:43) Figure Out What's Important (16:47) Anywhere Recruitment (20:48) The War on Talent and Remote Work Benefits (26:00) Global Privacy Regulations (29:21) Future of Tech with Edafio (32:37) Advice to Younger Self and Closing Remarks   Links: Jeff Amerine Davis McEntire  Caleb Talley Kenny Kinley  Edafio Technology Partners  Cadron Creek Capital    Quotes: "To start a business, not only do you need an entrepreneurial spirit, but you need the programs from the state and also investors." (10:00) - Kenny Kinley   "Finding that cultural fit, where it's people you're going to enjoy working with and there's good alignment and objectives is really important." (12:32) - Jeff Amerine   "If you try to hire too fast, then you hire the wrong people, and instead of hiring 35, you end up hiring 45." (16:16) - Kenny Kinley   "You still need to meet people and have relationships, but instead of four or five face-to-face meetings, there may be one or two, but then the rest of it, you can do virtually." (23:35) - Kenny Kinley   "I would go back and tell myself, don't worry so much about what other people think. It is just a vicious cycle… Through mentorships, relationships, and reading you try to soak up all the information and make the best decision you can and just move forward." (33:10) - Kenny Kinley   https://www.startupjunkie.org/

Summary: Welcome to a brand new episode! The Startup Junkies welcomed Kenny Kinley on our 282nd episode! Kinley is the CEO of Edafio Technology Partners and has proven leadership experience in broad roles such as IT, sales, marketing, account management, and more. It was a pleasure to discuss all things tech with him on this episode! Thanks for tuning in! Shownotes: (1:12) Introducing Kenny Kinley (3:48) Edafio Technology Partners (9:22) Angel Investing  (12:43) Figure Out What's Important (16:47) Anywhere Recruitment (20:48) The War on Talent and Remote Work Benefits (26:00) Global Privacy Regulations (29:21) Future of Tech with Edafio (32:37) Advice to Younger Self and Closing Remarks Links: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffamerine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jeff Amerine</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-m-mce/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Davis McEntire</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/caleb-talley-25189211b" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Caleb Talley</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenny-kinley-a015583/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kenny Kinley</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/edafio-technology-partners/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Edafio Technology Partners</a> <a href="https://www.cbinsights.com/investor/cadron-creek-capital" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Cadron Creek Capital </a> Quotes: "To start a business, not only do you need an entrepreneurial spirit, but you need the programs from the state and also investors." (10:00) - Kenny Kinley "Finding that cultural fit, where it's people you're going to enjoy working with and there's good alignment and objectives is really important." (12:32) - Jeff Amerine "If you try to hire too fast, then you hire the wrong people, and instead of hiring 35, you end up hiring 45." (16:16) - Kenny Kinley "You still need to meet people and have relationships, but instead of four or five face-to-face meetings, there may be one or two, but then the rest of it, you can do virtually." (23:35) - Kenny Kinley "I would go back and tell myself, don't worry so much about what other people think. It is just a vicious cycle… Through mentorships, relationships, and reading you try to soak up all the information and make the best decision you can and just move forward." (33:10) - Kenny Kinley <a href="https://www.startupjunkie.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.startupjunkie.org/</a>

282: Talking Tech with Kenny Kinley 

On this episode of Common Grounds, Ancil is joined by Kenny Kinley.  As President and CEO of Edafio Technology Partners, Kenny Kinley leads the charge in helping, building, and protecting clients’ businesses through information technology and cybersecurity. At every step in his career, Kenny set a rare example in the industry —putting people first. Serving people has been the key to his remarkable success in helping businesses grow and thrive through technology products and services.  Grab a great cup of coffee &amp; join us for this conversation!

On this episode of Common Grounds, Ancil is joined by Kenny Kinley.  As President and CEO of Edafio Technology Partners, Kenny Kinley leads the charge in helping, building, and protecting clients’ businesses through information technology and cybersecurity. At every step in his career, Kenny set a rare example in the industry —putting people first. Serving people has been the key to his remarkable success in helping businesses grow and thrive through technology products and services. Grab a great cup of coffee &amp; join us for this conversation!

Kenny Kinley I Edafio Technology

About the Show:We recently had a chance to sit down with Kenny Kinley, President, and CEO of Edafio Technology Partners. Edafio, a Greek word meaning ‘passage” or “pathway,” was founded in 2001.Edafio is a full-service IT Solution company that has a strong presence in Central Arkansas but moved up to Northwest Arkansas a few years back to take advantage of the growth in healthcare clients, their specialty,  and the growing workforce in this area.Kenny has been in the IT sector for a quarter-century and now that he’s assumed the CEO role of Edafio he is looking to expand and grow and wants to use the fertile business landscape of Northwest Arkansas to do so.  Listen to this podcast and read the transcript to learn more about Kenny and his plans for Edafio moving forward. If this podcast episode resonates with you please let us know by commenting below or by dropping us an email. We appreciate each and every listener of this podcast. All of this and more on this episode of I am Northwest Arkansas.   Important Links and Mentions on the Show* Website for EdafioEdiafo on LinkedInEdiafo on TwitterEdiafo on LinkedInThis episode is sponsored by*Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!" Try Canva For Free Today! Northwest Arkansas Council - "Life Works Here!" *Note: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:Grab our Newsletter Email Us at hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.comConnect With Our Facebook Page Connect With Our Twitter Connect With Our Instagram Connect With Our LinkedIn PageJoin The Facebook Group Connect with our Fearless Host, Randy Wilburn on LinkedInThank you for listening to this I am Northwest Arkansas podcast episode. We showcase businesses, culture, entrepreneurship, and life in the Ozarks. Consider donating to our production team to keep this podcast running smoothly. Donate to I Am Northwest Arkansas Mentioned in this episode:Signature Bank Commercial 2023 - GHSignature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!"

<h2>About the Show:</h2>We recently had a chance to sit down with Kenny Kinley, President, and CEO of Edafio Technology Partners. Edafio, a Greek word meaning ‘passage” or “pathway,” was founded in 2001.Edafio is a full-service IT Solution company that has a strong presence in Central Arkansas but moved up to Northwest Arkansas a few years back to take advantage of the growth in healthcare clients, their specialty,  and the growing workforce in this area.Kenny has been in the IT sector for a quarter-century and now that he’s assumed the CEO role of Edafio he is looking to expand and grow and wants to use the fertile business landscape of Northwest Arkansas to do so.  Listen to this podcast and read the transcript to learn more about Kenny and his plans for Edafio moving forward. If this podcast episode resonates with you please let us know by commenting below or by dropping us an email. We appreciate each and every listener of this podcast. All of this and more on this episode of I am Northwest Arkansas.   <h2>Important Links and Mentions on the Show*</h2> Website for <a href="https://edafio.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Edafio</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/edafio-technology-partners/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Ediafo</a> on LinkedIn<a href="https://twitter.com/edafio?lang=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Ediafo</a> on Twitter<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/edafio-technology-partners/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Ediafo</a> on LinkedIn<h2>This episode is sponsored by*</h2><a href="https://i-am-northwest-arkansas.captivate.fm/signaturebank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!"</a> <a href="https://i-am-northwest-arkansas.captivate.fm/ianwa-canva" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Try Canva For Free Today!</a> <a href="https://i-am-northwest-arkansas.captivate.fm/nwacouncil" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Northwest Arkansas Council - "Life Works Here!"</a> *Note: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.<h2>Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:</h2><ul><li>Grab our <a href="https://iamnorthwestarkansas.com/emaillist" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Newsletter</a> </li><li>Email Us at <a href="mailto:hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.com</a></li><li>Connect With Our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/iamnorthwestarkansas" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Page</a> </li><li>Connect With Our<a href="https://www.twitter.com/iamnorthwestar1" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> Twitter</a> </li><li>Connect With Our<a href="https://www.instagram.com/iamnorthwestarkansas" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> Instagram </a></li><li>Connect With Our <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/iamnorthwestarkansas/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn Page</a></li><li>Join The<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/iamnorthwestarkansas" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> Facebook Group</a> </li><li>Connect with our Fearless Host,<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/randywilburn/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> Randy Wilburn on LinkedIn</a></li></ul>Thank you for listening to this I am Northwest Arkansas podcast episode. We showcase businesses, culture, entrepreneurship, and life in the Ozarks. Consider donating to our production team to keep this podcast running smoothly. <a href="https://i-am-northwest-arkansas.captivate.fm/donate-ianwa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Donate to I Am Northwest Arkansas</a> Mentioned in this episode:Signature Bank Commercial 2023 - GH<a href="https://i-am-northwest-arkansas.captivate.fm/signaturebank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!"</a>

Kenny Kinley and Edafio are showing their clients the Path to IT Sanity