Our Brands

Affinity Charitable Resources was created to tangibly fulfill the belief that companies should give back to the communities that made them successful. Providing leadership and vision, as well as capital investments, are a few of the ways in which Affinity Charitable Resources achieves its mission.

Affinity Investments bridges the gap between stateside opportunities and overseas finances. Our strong foundation in the American Real Estate Industry, coupled with vast knowledge and hands-on expertise in Global Investments, gives Affinity Investments – and you – a competitive edge over anyone else when matching market gaps with Foreign Capital Surplus.

Altvestors is an educational platform that provides access to alternative investment opportunities experts. Most people are familiar with, or have someone guiding them with traditional investment opportunities: real estate, stocks, bonds, mutual funds. The Altvestors events introduce investors to opportunities in investment grade precious gems, fine art and collectibles, oil and natural gas exploration, socially impactful lending, residential assisted living services, cash accumulation life insurance contracts, among others. They provide investors with the knowledge necessary to determine which alternative investment opportunities meet their individual lifestyle and investing preferences, without the presence of selling pressure.

The Center of Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Development activates entrepreneurs through a variety of programs, events, and physical spaces built to foster engagement with the entrepreneurial community in Kansas City. Serving entrepreneurs up to the point at which traditional economic development can provide support. They build awareness and foster engagement for students just learning what it means to be an entrepreneur.

COPRSecurity specializes in protecting and maintaining vacant properties nationwide. Our VP Smart Tower is a wireless, automated, security system, custom-built for residential real estate investors. The portable systems saves users a significant amount of time and money by preventing theft and vandalism, plus severe weather and fire alerts help mitigate damage before it’s too late. With the VP Smart Tower, investors can focus on building their business…not protecting it. COPR also offers homeowners a wireless, automated, security system called COPRalrt.

Located in historic downtown Kearney, Fishing River Market was born from the huge private collection of rare and unique items owned by entrepreneur Mike Wrenn. Fishing River Market’s offerings include antique, primitive and vintage furniture, glassware, collectibles, toys, art deco pieces, Disney memorabilia, Hummel and Precious Moments figurines, and jewelry.

Hickory Global is a general contractor that provides project management, construction, engineering and architecture. They specialize in new home construction, kitchens, basement finishes, opening existing floorplans, and tenant finishes. In its new home designs, Hickory Global utilizes solar energy and insulated concrete form technology, adding insulation, green technology and security.

Kearney Culinary Academy is a beautiful, state-of-the art facility that fosters a foodie community built with you in mind. Chef, sommelier and caterer Carey Weir shared her vision with chef Richard McFarlane-Clark and with investors Mike Wrenn and Becky Cole to build a vibrant gathering and kitchen space in the heart of historic downtown Kearney, Missouri. In this 4,000 square-foot comfortable setting home cooks, chefs, instructors, students of all ages, foodies and corporate team builders gather to make food, friends and memories. Offering private parties, kids’ classes, a weekly Master Chef Series, a commercial bakery, peer and chef demo classes, offsite catering services and more, we are buzzing with activity and excitement and we want you to be a part of it. Check out our available classes here and sign up today – or come by for a visit. We look forward to meeting you and bonding over something delicious!

The Magic of Marceline Development Co., LLC is an organization committed to the economic development of Marceline, Missouri. The rich history of this community, combined with its logistical advantages, competent work force, business-friendly environment, and community pride at being the boyhood hometown of Walt Disney make Marceline an attractive place for business and families to call home.

Bistro 105 and Downtown Emporium have re-branded to The Reserve, your one-stop shop for artisans foods and finds. After a year of serving Kearney with chef-crafted delicatessens and locally-sourced home decor finds, we’ve decided it was time for an upgrade! Our commitment to a one-of-a kind menu and carefully curated home decor merchandise will not change. With our redesign, The Reserve is also expanding to offer dinner hours and wine, beer and cocktails!