Today, when someone in KC says “Have you seen that new…(fill in the blank)”, or “Have you visited the historic….(fill in the blank)”, they’re probably talking about a place in … Read More
From California to KC: Welcome Hart, Inc.
Hart Inc., a healthcare IT company, has relocated from Orange County to a new headquarters in the KC River Market. The company assists health care systems and electronic health records … Read More
KC Region Designated a Tech Hub
ICYMI, the U.S. Economic Development Administration named the KC region a “Tech Hub” in October as part of a historic investment to strengthen the U.S. economy and national security. The … Read More
KC’s Deep History in Biologics
Kansas City, Missouri has a rich history in the field of biologics, particularly in the development and manufacturing of pharmaceuticals and biotechnology products. The city’s involvement in the biologics industry … Read More
Industrial Momentum
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
ECONOMIC SHOWDOWN: Taylor Swift vs. The NFL Draft
In September of 2023, we published our monthly email (sign up in footer) that compared the economic impact of the 2023 NFL Draft vs. the two nights of Taylor Swift’s … Read More
Steven Anthony to join Kansas City Tomorrow’s 45th Leadership class
We are excited to share that Steven Anthony, Business Development Director, was selected for Kansas City Tomorrow’s 45th leadership class. Steven is among 30 business, non-profit, and public sector area … Read More
Steven Anthony Wins 40 Under 40 in Economic Development Award
Steven Anthony, EDCKC’s Executive Director of Business Development, has been announced as a recipient of the 2023 Economic Development 40 Under 40 Award, the biennial award recognizing rising stars under … Read More
Welcoming reception held for EDCKC CEO Tracey Lewis
This reception for Tracey Lewis gave Mayor Quinton Lucas, EDC Board Chair Bridget Williams, our EDC Board and other EDC team members the opportunity to meet with and get to … Read More
New Credit Union Focuses on Helping KC’s Disadvantaged Areas
A new credit union is dedicated to serving Kansas City’s East Side, where shortages of financial institutions and their investment tools have limited economic development. WeDevelopment will offer wealth-building tools … Read More