Growing in Wichita, some think it's not possible. But Luis Rodriguez is convinced that Wichita is a fantastic location for growing any kind of business, particularly the technology kind. He joins hosts Don and Ebony to discuss his roles at KeyCentrix and Method Productions and what challenges face Wichita as the economy transforms during the current technology evolution. On this episode we discuss:
Learn more about KeyCentrix:
800-444-8486
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Since its inception in 1974, Keycentrix has become a nationally known pharmacy software company serving 1,000 pharmacies across the US, most of them out of state. They are recognized for reliable, accurate and stable technology solutions that include a portfolio of inventory management and Point-of-Sale (POS) systems for specialty, retail and mail-order pharmacies." KeyCentrix is a founding member of FlagshipKansas.Tech, which is expanding and growing the tech sector in our state.
Learn more about Method Productions:
316-202-5258
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Located in downtown Wichita, this talented group produces videos, graphics, commercial photography, social
media assets, audio recordings and podcasts. Among their clients are the Chamber and SKT. They have been
in business for about 12 years and have collaborated with numerous area businesses including Digital Brand
Communications, Burly Studios and Applies & Arrows.
With over 10 years of technology executive leadership experience, Luis Rodriguez joined Keycentrix as Chief Technology Officer in 2015. Soon after in February of 2018, Rodriguez was appointed President. Today, Rodriguez is responsible for steering Keycentrix’s explosive national growth and enjoys the everyday challenges that come with running a full-service technology company. Luis also operates Netability an IT services company, and is a partner in Method Productions an award winning video production company. Altogether, Rodriguez has accumulated an impressive 15 years of technology experience and is well-versed in a variety of other industries including, but not limited to, retail, finance, restaurant, manufacturing, and healthcare. Prior to leading Keycentrix, Rodriguez operated NerdUnit, an IT Service company for small to mid-sized businesses and later served High Touch Technologies, overseeing all software development operations, strategic technology initiatives, research, and development. Additionally, Rodriguez is active in the technology sector, serving on the Board of
Directors for the Tech Council of Kansas (FlagshipKansas.Tech), Forbes Technology Council and having served on the Citrix Advisory Council. He also has provided classroom instruction in programming and data structures/business intelligence.
Other Resources:
Mayor’s Weekly Media Briefing - July 30, 2020 (video)
KeyCentrix Growing in Wichita (article)
Health Care Tech Provider Acquires Local IT Company (article)
Greater Wichita Partnership
Flagship Kansas
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