Three Topekans — a digital and social media influencer, a construction company owner and a photographer — were among 16 Kansans honored Tuesday during the 32nd annual Minority and Women Business Awards luncheon sponsored by the Kansas Department of Commerce.
“I definitely did not expect it,” said Kia McClain, owner of Shenomenon Corp., after winning the award in the minority-owned service industry firm category. “I had no idea there were so many people watching our company that we would even be considered to represent the state. It’s an incredible honor, and I ...