With more than 330 million square feet of industrial space in its footprint, Kansas City, Missouri, and the surrounding region, ranks as the 15th-largest industrial market in the United States. … Read More
Industrial Development Insights from Local Leader
We asked Nick Jones, President of Kansas City, MO-based industrial development company, Jones Development, to share his insights about the industry. Are there any industrial development-specific trends across the country … Read More
Americold Announces Plans for First Cold Storage Facility on CPKC Rail Network In Missouri
Facility in Kansas City Will Help Connect Key U.S. Midwest and Mexico Markets Americold Realty Trust, a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics, real estate, and value-added services, today announced plans … Read More
Eastern Airlines Selects Kansas City for New Headquarters Location
Eastern’s move to Kansas City, Missouri, will create 165 full-time jobs with an average salary of $96,000 Today, The Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City, MO (EDCKC) and its partners … Read More
LaunchKC Announces Close to $500,000 in Funding Has Been Secured Over the Next Three Years
LaunchKC, the non-profit initiative founded by the Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City, Missouri, (EDCKC) and Downtown Council (DTC) has just been awarded close to a half million dollars ($165,000 … Read More
Kiva KC: A New Microloan Program Supporting Entrepreneurs & Small Business Owners
The Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City (EDCKC), in collaboration with the City of Kansas City, Missouri’s KC BizCare office, has partnered with KivaUS to launch a local hub, Kiva … Read More
New Capital Programs for KC’s Small Business Ecosystem
The Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City (EDCKC) and the City of Kansas City’s KC BizCare office are thrilled to announce the launch of the KC Small Business Capital Programs, … Read More
Thriving Together: Unveiling the Dynamic Landscape of the Kansas City Economy
Nestled at the crossroads of innovation and tradition, the economic heartbeat of Kansas City, MO, pulsates with vitality. Diverse industries converge to shape a landscape marked by growth, collaboration, and … Read More
Hart, Inc., a Healthcare Technology Company, Selects Kansas City for New Headquarters to Support Clients Leading the Industry
The EDC and its partners announce today that Hart, Inc., will locate its new national headquarters in Kansas City, Missouri. An innovative health care data transformation company that helps to … Read More
How EDCKC is accomplishing its mission
At EDCKC, our team administers and implements the City’s economic development strategy, and focuses on business and real estate development, job creation, entrepreneurship, and community investment. We accomplish our mission … Read More