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Headed to South by Southwest (SXSW) This Year?

In LaunchKC, Technology by edckcadminFebruary 26, 2019

If so, we’d love to have as much KC-representation as possible at the fifth-annual, KC Outpost. What is the KC Outpost? LaunchKC, the EDCKC-sponsored civic engine in the KC startup space, is … Read More

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Workforce Round Tables – Financial Services & IT

In Technology, Workforce Development by edckcadminJanuary 28, 2019

This month, two roundtables were hosted by EDCKC, one on Financial Services, the other on Information Technology. The goal being to provide the Full Employment Council (FEC) with employer-informed recommendations … Read More

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EDCKC Helps Facilitate Tough Conversations Aimed at Addressing KC’s Tech Inclusivity Gaps

In Entrepreneurs, Jobs, Technology, Workforce Development by edckcadminOctober 30, 2018

When faced with a report showcasing lags in minority participation in Kansas City’s thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem, the Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City (EDCKC) leveraged its sponsorship of the Techweek … Read More

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EDCKC Supporting Techweek Diversity and Inclusion in Tech Entrepreneurship Track

In Entrepreneurs, Technology by edckcadminSeptember 26, 2018

Kansas City continues to grow its reputation as a hotspot for entrepreneurs, with a growing ecosystem of expertise and support to help launch and grow the companies of tomorrow. It’s … Read More

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Techweek 2018 is Back and Better Than Ever

In Technology by edckcadminAugust 30, 2018

The annual Techweek Kansas City event is set to return Oct. 8-12 with national industry leaders speaking on a variety of subjects including venture capital, virtual reality and augmented reality, … Read More

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Voters Approve Taxes for KC Streetcar Extension Along Main Street to UMKC

In Initiatives, New Development, Technology by edckcadminJune 28, 2018

Voters in the expanded streetcar Transportation Development District (TDD) overwhelmingly gave their stamp of approval to the continuation of the popular downtown streetcar line through Midtown Kansas City to 51st … Read More

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LaunchKC takes on Austin at SXSW Interactive Festival

In Entrepreneurs, Technology by EDCKC StaffApril 10, 2017

In early March, LaunchKC kicked off its 2017 application process at the South by Southwest (SXSW) Interactive Festival in Austin, Texas. The Interactive Festival, designed for tech startups, attracts thousands … Read More

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Inc. Magazine | Kansas City: Deep in the Heartland – at the Heart of Everything

In Entrepreneurs, Media, Technology by edckcadminMarch 28, 2017

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Digital Sandbox KC Plans To Fund More Projects in 2017

In Entrepreneurs, KC News, Technology by EDCKC StaffJanuary 14, 2017

“It was another great year for Sandbox companies,” said Jeff Shackelford, director of Digital Sandbox KC. “We’ve now funded development projects for 79 companies and helped them raise almost $30 … Read More

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Carrier Hotel Brings Data Center Opportunities to KC

In KC News, Technology by EDCKC StaffJanuary 4, 2017

You probably know Kansas City’s central location makes us a significant player in the transportation industry because major rail lines and interstate highways converge here. What you may not know … Read More

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  • EDCKC Grants $80,000 to Local Black-Owned Non-Profits Negatively Impacted by COVID-19
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    Recognizing that Kansas City was falling behind in the level of startup activity in 2013, EDC led […]

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