Providing Help
At Every Scale
At the Economic Development Corporation of KCMO, we focus on growth. Growing human capital, growing business capacity and growing city-wide prosperity.
Programs for People
Helping our citizens achieve financial success through training, resources and opportunities.
Tools for Projects
Using a variety of tax incentive tools that enable business to invest in their facilities and expansion efforts.
Creating City-Wide Prosperity
Working at a “city-scale” to tackle challenges that no single company could do alone.
“It's hard to find areas across the country with so much potential for rail connection. The tracks are already there, it's just a matter of utilizing them.” Shawn Lauby Director, Safety & Administration, KC Terminal Railroad.
"Small business owners are typically afraid to approach big banks, but the EDC was so easy to work with." Anita Moore Owner & Chef, Soiree Steak & Oyster House
"LoanUp provided the extra financial push I needed to get over the finish line." Justin Clark Owner & Chef, Urban Cafe
$212M
Investment from Business
Development Projects in 2019
3,561
New Jobs in 2019
Over $523K
Funded to Small Businesses in 2019
Over $250K
Awarded to Start Ups in 2019