Platte County Economic Development Council

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I had a great time with my peers from Olathe, Lenexa, Wyandotte and Lee's Summit to discuss all the new developments happening around the KC Metro. #PlatteCounty was proud to be included. We are growing fast!

Registration is now open for our first quarterly luncheon of 2025! Join us on March 21st as we celebrate Women's History Month with our "Women at the Heart of Development" panel. This is a conversation you won't want to miss! For more info or to sign up, click the link here: https://lnkd.in/dx7Mfj-F Thank you to our sponsor, Ridgeline Power Group!

We’re excited to officially introduce the 2025 PCEDC Board of Directors! Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedules to help lead our organization. Your support is greatly appreciated! Brian Johanning - Superior Bowen (Chair) Dr. Adrian James - Park University (Vice-Chair) Lynn A. McClure - Central Bank of the Midwest (Secretary/Treasurer) Darren Hennen - Olsson (Past Chair) Councilman Kevin O'Neill - City of Kansas City, MO Mike Duffy - City of Riverside, Missouri Matt Dority - Evergy Jade Liska - Kansas City Aviation Department Wade Kiefer - Power Partners Richard Chaves Jr. - PCA-KC, LLC (Parking Company of America) Bridgette Williams - Heavy Constructors Association Dr. Jay Harris, EdD - Platte County School District Brad Hokanson - JE Dunn Construction Mike Kellam - Clarkson Construction Company Eric Mann - Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. Michael Meier - Aristocrat Realty Nic Riesenberg - North Kansas City Hospital Aaron Schmidt - Hunt Midwest Gina Sebree - SAF-HOLLAND Group Amy Washam M.B.A. - Northwest Missouri State University - Kansas City Frank Weatherford - Gannett Fleming TranSystems

I am excited to announce that Platte County Economic Development Council is a finalist for the City / County of the Year Award! ??

Congratulations to our final 2024 Business Excellence Award recipient, VanTrust Real Estate! Founded in 2010, VanTrust Real Estate is a full-service commercial real estate development company headquartered in Kansas City. With operations across the U.S., the company works with clients and partners to manage all stages of real estate projects, specializing in office, industrial, multifamily, science/technology, and mixed-use. In 2023, VanTrust broke ground on Platte International Commerce Center, a 155-acre logistics and distribution park in Platte City. Ideally situated near the airport with direct access to I-29 and I-435, this development will feature Class-A industrial buildings totaling 2.36-million-square-feet. It’s strategic location allows companies to efficiently reach most of the U.S. within two days. In December 2024, it was announced that the development secured its first tenant, Central Power Systems & Services, which is set to begin operations early this year. This milestone highlights to the potential to not only attract top-tie businesses but retain our local companies. To see more about this year's award recipients, visit the link here: https://lnkd.in/gCDDM_Cx

Congratulations to our next 2024 Business Excellence Award recipient, Eastern Airlines LLC! Eastern Airlines has a rich history dating back to 1926 and has been a symbol of excellence in air travel for decades. While certified as a 121-airline authorized for domestic and international service, it now focuses on business-to-business charter operations, primarily in U.S. government work. Earlier this year, Eastern relocated its corporate headquarters to Kansas City and Platte County. This move represented a $4.7-million-dollar investment and has created over 165 new jobs. The company has had a presence in Kansas City since 2021 through its ownership of Alta Aero Technic, a maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility, and Foxtrot Aero, a passenger-to-freighter design company. As the airline industry continues to evolve, Eastern is taking proactive steps to positions itself for the future. This included an acquisition of Hillwood Airways and its aircraft fleet to optimize efficiency and build on the airline’s existing capabilities. To see more about this year's award recipients, visit the link here: https://lnkd.in/gCDDM_Cx

Congratulations to our next 2024 Business Excellence Award recipient, ARCO National Construction Company! Founded in 1992, ARCO Construction is a premier design-build general contractor providing clients with innovative and tailored solutions for projects of all sizes and complexities. With offices in 48 major markets nationwide, including Kansas City, ARCO offers the strength and resources of a national firm with the personalized attention and regional expertise of a local builder. As an already established Platte County business, ARCO KC recently partnered with BlueScope Properties Group to construct a brand-new state-of-the-art office in Riverside. The over 52,000-square-foot facility features a warehouse, 51 private offices, a 2,000-square-foot training room with stadium seating, and four conference rooms. The facility also prioritizes employee wellness and engagement, offering several amenities including a 6,000-square-foot gym, a break room/kitchen and game room, and an NBA-sized basketball court. This thoughtfully designed space reflects ARCO’s commitment to fostering an enjoyable workplace for its associates. To see more about this year's award recipients, visit the link here: https://lnkd.in/gCDDM_Cx

Congratulations to our first 2024 Business Excellence Award recipient, Ace Hardware Corporation! In 2023, Ace Hardware, the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative, announced plans to build a new Retail Support Center here in Platte County. This 1.5 million-square-foot facility, which is part of the company’s strategy to enhance its distribution and accommodate growing demand, is located at KCI 29 Logistics Park. This marks the first development within Hunt Midwest’s expansive 3,300-acre industrial megasite. At almost twice the size of an average Retail Support Center, this facility will feature cutting-edge technology, automation, and advanced warehouse management systems, highlighting its scale and capacity. This investment supports Ace Hardware’s ability to meet growing retail demand following their significant growth over the last 5 years. Now nearing completion, the Ace Hardware Retail Support Center is set to become operational in 2025, bringing over 300 new jobs to Platte County. To see more about this year's award recipients, visit the link here: https://lnkd.in/gCDDM_Cx