Kansas City Area Development Council

Today, Kansas City mourns the profound loss of a true visionary in Donald J. Hall. His legacy, rooted in the values of community and innovation, has shaped our region in immeasurable ways. As a driving force behind Hallmark's legacy and the creation of KCADC, his impact goes beyond business — it extends to the very fabric of what makes KC strong today. His leadership laid the foundation for our region’s success as a place where businesses and people thrive, and his vision will continue to guide us as we work to ensure KC remains a hub of opportunity, innovation and connection.

?? #Swiftonomics is real! ?? Media attention surrounding Swift’s appearances at Chiefs games and around town has a brought new global attention — and a significant economic boom — to Kansas City. KCADC is happy to share this incredible placement in USA TODAY by dedicated Swift reporter, Bryan West. Huge thank you to our incredible community partners and investors for coming together to tell this story. See how small businesses have been forever changed by the Swift Effect: https://bit.ly/3U0zLeK

Kansas City is making international news! Prominent French newspaper Le Monde recently recognized Kansas City’s business attraction and award-winning new KCI airport terminal in its article covering the Inflation Reduction Act. The KCADC team continues to bring KC’s story to the world, promoting our region in the international conversation of economic development.

KC is owning the momentum. ?? Thank you to all who joined us for the Q3 KCADC Investor Access Event – what an incredible morning spent connecting with the region's top leaders and discussing some of KC’s most exciting updates! From the latest news on Kansas City International Airport to the new vision of the Country Club Plaza, from Kansas City FWC 26's preparations to KCADC project updates and more, we heard insights from a powerhouse lineup of speakers. Special thanks to Justin Meyer, Drew Steffen, Edward A. de Avila, Pam Kramer and our co-chair Rob Bratcher for sharing their invaluable perspectives. Please join us in welcoming the newest KCADC investors, welcomed at the event: City of Lexington, Missouri Country Club Plaza Fifth Third Bank Google Professional Engineering Consultants Rockhurst University Serendipity Labs And of course, a big shoutout to HMXLive, a Unit of Harvest Productions Inc and The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center for making the event a success. Next up: the KCADC Annual Meeting on November 14. Don't miss the luncheon of the year! kcadcannualmeeting.com #OneKC #whyKC #KC #KCADC

Just announced: Healthcare IT Leaders, a leading digital health company, plans to house its new managed services hub and executive offices on the AspiriaKC Campus in Overland Park, Kansas. Get the details: https://lnkd.in/guRw5VC9 The Kansas City Area Development Council was proud to partner with the following organizations in attracting Healthcare IT Leaders to the KC region: State of Kansas Kansas Department of Commerce Johnson County, KS Government Overland Park Chamber of Commerce & EDC Cushman & Wakefield Occidental Management Evergy #whyKC #digitalhealthKC?

Jacqueline Foy brings over two decades of expertise in healthcare facility design to elevate Kansas City’s healthcare sector. Her dedication to innovation and connection is highlighted in a recent profile by Commercial Construction and Renovation. Read the full article about HDR's Health Principal here: https://lnkd.in/gZiR_CJk

Just announced: Marshalltown, supplier to major brands including Lowe's Companies, Inc. and The Home Depot, announces plans to open a 200,000-sq.-ft. distribution center in Kansas City, Kansas, investing $27 million and creating 40 new jobs. Get the details: https://lnkd.in/gyN-r6mR The Kansas City Area Development Council was proud to partner with the following organizations in attracting MARSHALLTOWN to the KC region: State of Kansas Kansas Department of Commerce Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, KS Wyandotte Economic Development Council Scannell Properties CBRE Olsson FINKLE + WILLIAMS Architecture Storage Solutions Union Pacific Railroad Aerotek KC SmartPort #whyKC #industrial #distribution #manufacturing

Just announced: Elanco, a global leader in animal health, announced today it plans a $130 million investment through the end of 2026 to expand and renovate its existing manufacturing facility in Elwood, Kansas. Get the details: https://lnkd.in/gxm2KN5p #AnimalHealth The Kansas City Area Development Council was proud to partner with the following organizations in attracting Elanco’s expansion to the KC region: KC Animal Health Corridor State of Kansas City of Elwood, Kansas Kansas Department of Commerce Doniphan County? Evergy Burns & McDonnell St. Joseph Economic Development Partnership

Embrace the power of adaptability at FLEX, the 2024 KCADC Annual Meeting, with our keynote speaker, Lisa Bodell. Bestselling author and global leader in simplification, collaboration and innovation, Lisa is a contributor to major publications including Forbes, Harvard Business Review and Fast Company. Learn more and register for the 2024 KCADC Annual Meeting: https://lnkd.in/gEmgRJ6

Embrace the power of adaptability at FLEX, the 2024 KCADC Annual Meeting, with our keynote speaker, Lisa Bodell. Bestselling author and global leader in simplification, collaboration and innovation, Lisa is a contributor to major publications including Forbes, Harvard Business Review and Fast Company. Learn more and register for the 2024 KCADC Annual Meeting: https://lnkd.in/gEmgRJ6