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Lt. Governor and Secretary of Commerce Attending Rural Opportunities Conference, Registration Open

The Conference will take place in Dodge City this April Read on...
Applications Wanted for 2019 Business Appreciation Month

The Department of Commerce is accepting applications through March 29 Read on...
REMINDER: 2019 KANSASWORKS Statewide Job Fair is Next Week

The fair will take place in several locations across the state. Read on...
TransAm Trucking Technician Graduation this March, Workforce AID Assisted

Select members of the graduating class benefited from the Commerce program Read on...
The Kansas Department of Commerce is Accepting Grant Applications for new Youth Service Initiatives

Applications accepted until April 30th Read on...
Governor Kelly and the Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission Congratulate Kevin Willmott

The KU Professor won an Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay Read on...
Governor Laura Kelly: Alabama Residents are Invited to Tumbleweed Music Festival for Free

All residents of the state of Alabama are eligible for free passes. Read on...
Acting Secretary of Commerce David Toland Touring Hays’ Northwest Business Corridor Tomorrow

The Secretary will be joined by several elected officials Read on...
Acting Secretary of Commerce David Toland Testified on Rural Revitalization before House Committee

The Secretary noted several issues pertaining to the rural communities in Kansas Read on...
TrueAccord Selects KC for Shared Services Operation

FinTech company creating more than 150 jobs in Lenexa Read on...
The Kansas Department of Commerce Welcomes Dena Sattler as Director of Marketing and Communications

Sattler brings decades of experience to the job. Read on...
2019 Kansas Renewable Energy Conference will Take Place this October

The Department of Commerce is looking for speakers for the event. Read on...
REMINDER: 2019 KANSASWORKS Statewide Job Fair Only a Month Away

Registration still open for 8 of the 11 job fair locations across Kansas. Read on...
Angel Investor Tax Credit Applications Open for 2019

The Department of Commerce is now accepting applications for Kansas Angel Investors. Read on...
$11 Million in Community Development Block Grants Awarded for Community Improvement Projects

The grants will be distributed among 23 Kansas communities. Read on...
Nominations for Governor’s Exporter of the Year Award: Deadline January 25

The Kansas Department of Commerce is still accepting nominations for another week Read on...
Deadline Extended for National Career Development Poetry & Art Contest

Kansas Artists wanting to participate now have until February 1st to submit entries. Read on...
Kansas Department of Commerce Releases Economic Development Statistics for 2018

Economic development numbers paint a positive picture for Kansas heading into the new year. Read on...
The Kansas Department of Commerce Welcomes Patty Clark as Deputy Secretary

Clark brings years of public service experience to the role. Read on...
Community Development Block Grant Program Announces Application for New Community Pool

CDBG Funding can now be used for community pool construction in Kansas. Read on...
Statewide Job Fair Employer Registration Now Open

The fair will take place in 11 cities across Kansas this March. Read on...
Introducing the Minority and Women Business Spotlight Program

Once a month, minority and/or women-owned businesses will be featured by the Kansas Department of Commerce. Read on...
Regional Efforts Bring Weatherly Aircraft Company to Newton, Kansas

More than one hundred new jobs and more than $1 million in capital investment is coming to Newton Read on...
Spirit AeroSystems Plans More Major Expansion in Wichita, Kansas

Spirit Aerosystems will hire an additional 1,400 employees in Wichita in the coming few years Read on...
Park Aerospace Plans $19M Expansion in Newton, Kansas

The company plans to double its workforce and construct a new facility in Harvey County. Read on...
Governor Colyer to Make Major Jobs Announcement at Spirit AeroSystems

Announcement to be delivered from Spirit AeroSystems HQ this Wednesday at 10 a.m. Read on...
Kansas Department of Commerce Announces the National Career Development Poetry & Art Contest

Now accepting entries Read on...
Collaboration Drives Company Growth at Fagron Sterile Services/JCB Laboratories

Fagron Investment Made Possible through Collaborations with the State of Kansas Read on...
eNGines-LPG to Locate in Hutchinson

The family owned company will begin the move immediately, expects to be operational in 2019 Read on...
Department of Commerce Accepting Nominations for 2019 Governor’s Exporter of the Year Award

Nominations may be submitted on behalf of any Kansas business for success in international trade Read on...
Hutchinson to Receive $250,000 in Community Development Block Grant

Historic Stevens Building to be Restored Read on...
Kansas Opportunity Zone Forum Taking Place on Oct. 25

Forum to discuss Opportunity Zones in Kansas held in Mulvane, KS Read on...
Governor Colyer visited Exporter of Year Winner Shor-Line on Oct. 15

Governor toured 2018 Kansas Exporter of the Year and presented award Read on...
Governor Colyer Proclaims Date for Kansas Apprenticeship Week

November 12-16 has been dedicated to celebrating and promoting Kansas apprenticeships Read on...
Job Fair Brings Companies and Job Candidates Together

November 1st at Coffeyville Recreation Center from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Read on...
New KANSASWORKS App Launches Today

Available to download on both Apple and Android devices Read on...
Minority Enterprise Development Week Starts Today

MED Week is a Celebration of Women and Minority Business Owners and Entrepreneurs in Kansas. Read on...
U.S. Department of Labor Awards Kansas Agencies with $1.88 Million Grant

Grant funds to be used in various workforce initiatives across the state. Read on...
Manufacturing Summit A Huge Success for Manufacturers in Kansas

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Kansas Awarded $200,000 in Grant Funding to Expand Exports

State Trade and Expansion Program (STEP) helps small businesses Read on...
Kansas Department of Commerce announces plans for 2018 Minority and Women Business Awards Luncheon

Oct. 11th event is part of Minority Enterprise Development Week Read on...
Overstock.com Announces New Kansas City Distribution Center

Online retailer creating more than 100 jobs in a 517,000-sq.-ft. facility. Read on...
The Kansas Department of Commerce Announces Plans for 2018 Energy Conference

Commerce Will Hold a Two-Day Event for Businesses in the Energy Industry in Kansas Read on...
Community Service Tax Credits awarded to 16 nonprofits

Kansas Commerce has awarded 16 nonprofit organizations around the state Community Service Tax Credits (CSP). ). Since 1994, CSP has helped nonprofit organizations undertake major capital fund-raising drives for several different projects. Read on...
Registration Opens for 2018 Kansas Governor’s Energy Conference

Registration is now open for the 2018 Kansas Governor’s Energy Conference, which will be held October 11 and 12 in Manhattan. Read on...
Manufacturing Summit coming to Wichita

Wichita is the selected site of the second annual Kansas Manufacturing Summit, a forum providing those in the manufacturing sector the opportunity to network, learn about business match options, and gain insight into workforce development. Read on...
Turn5 Selects Kansas City Area for New eCommerce Fulfillment Center

Leading eCommerce provider brings jobs to local Kansas City community and celebrates facility opening in Lenexa with ribbon cutting event Read on...
Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission Now Accepting Applications for 2018 New Dance Lab

The New Dance Lab, a partnership between The Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission and Johnson County Community College, is accepting applications for 2018. Read on...
Palmer Manufacturing to invest $16 million in its Garden City plant, expanding workforce to 200

Palmer Manufacturing and Tank, Inc., is making a $16 million investment in its Garden City manufacturing facility. Read on...
Governor’s Office Receives Grant for Statewide Broadband Mapping Project

The Information Network of Kansas (“INK”) Board of Directors has approved a $300,000 grant request by Governor Jeff Colyer, M.D. to complete a Statewide Broadband Mapping project. Read on...
Convey Health Solutions Announces New Distribution Facility in Kansas City Region

Convey Health Solutions, a leading provider of specialized healthcare technology and services for the government-sponsored markets, today announced the opening of a new distribution facility and creation of more than 40 jobs in Lenexa, Kansas. Read on...
Governor Colyer Announces Addition of 1000 New Jobs with Expansion of Shamrock Trading Corp

Gov. Jeff Colyer, today joined leaders from Shamrock Trading Corp. in Overland Park to announce a major expansion, which will create over 1,000 new jobs at an average wage of approximately $56K. Read on...
New Directions Behavioral Health moves to Sprint campus in Overland Park

New Directions Behavioral Health announced plans to move its headquarters from Kansas City, Missouri to the Sprint campus in Overland Park, Kansas. The company recently finalized terms of the new lease, which will begin in April 2019. Read on...
Governor Colyer Announces New "Land in Kansas" Strategic Economic Development Initiative

Governor Jeff Colyer announced the launch of a new "Land in Kansas" economic development initiative aimed at attracting investment and promoting business expansion in Kansas. Read on...
Announcing plans for first annual Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Conference

The Kansas Department of Commerce, KANSASWORKS, Kansas Department for Children and Families, and the Kansas Board of Regents are currently planning the first annual Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Conference in Kansas. Read on...
Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission Announces Grants

The Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission is now accepting applications for its two main grant categories, The Strategic Investment Program and The Arts Integration Program. Read on...
The “#1 Aviation Workforce in the USA” to be promoted at the 2018 Farnborough International Airshow

Kansas Commerce and the Greater Wichita Partnership will lead a delegation of Kansan leaders to the Farnborough International Airshow July 16 – 20 in England to promote Kansas and the greater Wichita region – known as the “Air Capital of the World” Read on...
Kansas Commerce launches KansasCentral.com, an Online Business and Economic Development Magazine

KansasCentral.com is aimed to keep Kansans and anyone interested in starting, relocating or expanding a business in Kansas informed of topics and opportunities in the state. Read on...
$5 million still available for innovative emerging businesses through Kansas Angels program

Five million dollars in tax credits are still available to investors in innovative emerging businesses in Kansas through the Kansas Angel Tax Credit (KAITC) program. Read on...
Governor Jeff Colyer announces hiring of new Regulatory Ombudsman for Kansas Businesses

Governor Jeff Colyer, M.D. has announced the hiring of Tom Arpke to fill the role of Regulatory Ombudsman at KDC. Tom will help businesses looking to expand or start operating in Kansas to navigate the regulatory process and resolve questions or concerns. Read on...
Kansas Department of Commerce Earns 11th Silver Shovel Award for Economic Development Wins

For the 11th time, the Kansas Department of Commerce has been recognized by Area Development magazine with a Silver Shovel award in recognition of the agency's economic development achievements. Read on...
Kiewit Breaks Ground on New Campus in Lenexa City Center

Governor Jeff Colyer and Mayor Michael Boehm today joined Kiewit to officially break ground on a new campus at the Lenexa City Center. The roughly $100 million project includes a new six-story building along with renovations to the existing property. Read on...
Union Tank Car Company to Expand Repair Facility in El Dorado, Kansas

UTLX to further invest in Kansas by adding new capabilities and increasing its workforce by approximately 70 new employees over the next few years Read on...
Camso Selects Kansas for new Manufacturing Operations

Camso, an industry leader in manufacturing off-road tires, wheels tracks and track systems, announced plans to establish a new manufacturing operation in Geary County. Read on...
GEICO announces new service center in KC region

Insurance company creating 500 jobs, investing nearly $10 Million in a 55,000-sq.-ft. Lenexa office Read on...
Dr. Diane DeBacker to join gathering of State and Federal STEM Education Leaders at the White House

Dr. Diane DeBacker, Executive Director of Business and Education Innovation, will attend the first-ever State-Federal Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Education Summit hosted by The White House Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP). Read on...
Kubota Tractor Corporation Completes Land Purchase for Future Logistics Campus and Midwest Office

Kubota Tractor Corporation today announced the completion of a 200-acre land purchase within Phase II of Logistics Park Kansas City in Edgerton, making the company the first major tenant for the industrial park. Read on...
Kansas awarded $1.2 million additional grant funding for Statewide Apprenticeship Program

The Kansas Department of Commerce been awarded $1.2 million in additional grant funding from the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship to help grow the statewide Registered Apprenticeship Program. Read on...
Kansas Department of Commerce accepting nominations for Minority Enterprise Development Week awards

The Kansas Department of Commerce Office of Minority and Women Business Development is accepting nominations for Kansas minority and/or women-owned businesses, advocates, young entrepreneurs, and corporations. Read on...
Winners of the Governor’s Exporter of the Year and Award of Excellence awards named

Winners of the Governor’s Exporter of the Year and Award of Excellence awards were announced today at the Team Kansas banquet in Lawrence, Kansas. Read on...
Governor Colyer Appoints Stanley Adams as Director of Broadband Initiatives for Kansas

Governor Jeff Colyer, M.D. today announced the appointment of Stanley Adams as Director of Broadband Initiatives at the Kansas Department of Commerce. Read on...
PRA Health Sciences announces major expansion plans in Lenexa, Kansas

PRA Health Sciences announces plans to create more than 80 new jobs and grow its bioanalytical footprint as part of laboratory expansion in Lenexa, Kansas Read on...
Governor Colyer proclaims June as Business Appreciation Month

Governor Jeff Colyer, M.D. has issued an official Governor’s proclamation declaring June 2018 as Business Appreciation Month in recognition of the vital role businesses of all sizes play in strengthening the Kansas economy. Read on...
Vituity Selects Kansas City Area for New System Support Center

Vituity, a leading physician-owned healthcare delivery organization, announced today it has opened a new system support center in Leawood, Kan. in an effort to grow and transform the practice, delivery and business of healthcare in the Kansas City area. Read on...
Finalists announced for Governor's Exporter of the Year award

The Governor’s Exporter of the Year award is presented annually to a single Kansas company in recognition of its excellent performance in international trade and its outstanding international marketing. This year marks the award's 30th anniversary. Read on...
Kansas Strengthens Trade Relations by Rejoining the Midwest-US Japan Association

Governor Jeff Colyer announced today that Kansas will renew its alliance with Japan by rejoining the Midwest U.S.-Japan Association. Read on...
Kansas Department of Commerce announces leadership changes

The Kansas Department of Commerce is announcing several new leadership changes, including Director of Workforce Innovation, Director of Business and Community Development, Director of Marketing and Communications, and Chief Fiscal Officer. Read on...
U.S. Treasury Department approves 74 census tracts Governor Colyer nominated as Opportunity Zones

The U.S. Department of Treasury has officially certified Governor Jeff Colyer’s nomination of 74 census tracts to be designated as Qualified Opportunity Zones and has designated those tracts as such. Read on...
National Economic Development Week – May 7 - 12

The Kansas Department of Commerce is joining economic development agencies across the country in celebration of National Economic Development Week from May 7-12. Read on...
Public Restroom Company to Locate in Hutchinson

Public Restroom Company, a family-owned and operated small business who manufactures restrooms for outdoor parks and ships them to locations across the United States, has announced it will move into a new Hutchinson, Kansas facility. Read on...
Innovative Online Tool Guides Kansas Job Seekers

An innovative online tool created and launched by Kansas Labor and Commerce officials aims to get Kansans to work in the highest paying and most in-demand jobs. Read on...
Kansas Commerce Newsletter

Take a look at what the Kansas Department of Commerce is initiating around the state. Read on...
2017 KANSASWORKS Statewide Job Fair

Will be held March 9 at 11 locations across Kansas Read on...
Kansas Commerce Announces Global Manufacturing Summit

Hosted by Kansas Commerce and Pittsburg State on April 6 Read on...
Spectrum Brands Hardware and Home Improvement Division to Open New Distribution Facility at Logistic

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Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission Announces Tallgrass Artist Residency

Now Accepting Applications Read on...
2017 KANSASWORKS Statewide Job Fair

Will be held March 9 at 11 locations across Kansas Read on...
Community Development Block Grants Awarded for Community Facilities Projects

14 Communities will share $3.3 million in federal grants Read on...
Community Development Block Grants Awarded for Improvement of Water and Wastewater Systems

14 Communities will share $5.37 million in federal grants Read on...
Community Development Block Grants Awarded for Housing Rehabilitation and Demolition

4 Communities will share $1.2 million in federal grants Read on...
Kansas: A Thriving Community of Life Scientists

Kansas’ various industries are part of what makes the state’s business climate so vibrant. Read on...
Healing Technology Engineered in Kansas

“The objective of this technology is to develop a means to treat cancer." Read on...
Made in Kansas The Heart of America

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Black & Veatch Providing Excellence in Engineering

Engineering is one of the strongest driving forces behind the technological innovations that are stimulating the Kansas economy, through increasing efficiency and enhancing the quality of life in the state. Read on...
Kansas Spotlight: MSI Automation

Dave Brinckerhoff is the owner of MSI Automation Inc. out of Wichita, Kansas. He comes from a family of engineers and innovators. Through the use of his expertise and his manufacturing company, Dave is making strides in system development against cancer. Read on...
Kansas Engineering: A Sophisticated Design

Engineering is a bright and fundamental sector of the Kansas economy and business climate. In Kansas, a greater percentage of the population are engineers than in the rest of the nation. Read on...
JumpStart Kansas Entrepreneurs Takes Off

Kansas’ small businesses are the backbone of its economy and the heart of the business climate in the state. These businesses create vibrant culture and community spirit with their very existence. Their importance does not go unnoticed. Learn More about JumpStart Kansas Entrepreneurs
Angel Tax Credits Help Ensure Success of Kansas Businesses

Entrepreneurship is important to the Kansas economy in many ways. There are more than 246,000 small businesses in Kansas. These businesses account for 35.1 percent of all Kansas businesses. Read on...
Get Ready Challenge Fosters Entrepreneurship in Local High School Students.

This September, 15 high school students got to put their entrepreneurial skills to the test as they participated in the Be Ready Challenge 2016. Read on...
Entrepreneurship in Kansas: Small Business as the Backbone of the State's Business Climate

Small businesses are the backbone of our nation’s economy. However, starting a small business can be a risk, as many factors play into whether a small business will succeed. Read on...
Kansas Commerce introduces JumpStart Kansas Entrepreneur

Phase one of the program will work with Kansas universities. Read on...
Kansas: The Quality You’ve Been Looking for Your Whole Life

Kansas is a pro-business state, has a skilled workforce and is home to many successful businesses. But one of the most important benefits of a Kansas life is the state's superb quality of life. Read on...
Commerce Accepting Applications for Export Programs and Funding

State Trade and Export Promotions (STEP) grant helps small businesses Read on...
Kansas Commerce and Partners to Announce New Program

Program Will Assist Entrepreneurs in Kansas Read on...
Triumph Opens Factory in Kansas

Move expected to be complete by June 2017 Read on...
Kansas Energy Conference Has Successful Year

195 Attendees and 51 Exhibitors Read on...
Expo for Hispanic small business owners

Hispanic Business Expo is a free educational workshop for small business owners. Read on...
Commerce to host Minority and Women Business Awards Luncheon

The Oct. 11 event is part of Minority Enterprise Development Week. Read on...
2016 KANSASWORKS Statewide Job Fair

To be held Sept. 27 at locations across Kansas. Read on...
Kansas Global Signs Export Promotion Contracts

Contracts signed with Kansas Department of Commerce and City of Wichita. Read on...
Early Bird Registration Deadline Approaching for 2016 Kansas Energy Conference

The conference will highlight the latest developments in renewable energy storage. Read on...
Registration Opens for 2016 Kansas Energy Conference

Conference highlights latest developments in renewable energy storage Read on...
Community Service Tax Credit Program awards announced

There will be 22 nonprofit organizations receiving $3.63 million in tax credits. Read on...
State of Kansas to begin sale of Kansas Bioscience Authority Investment Portfolio

The Kansas Department of Commerce is in the final stages of preparations necessary to formally initiate the sale of the Kansas Bioscience Authority investment portfolio. Read on...
Amazon to Open New Sunflower State Fulfillment Center in Kansas City

Amazon’s fifth Kansas location will create over 1,000 full-time hourly roles. Read on...
New Workforce AID program launching at Manhattan Area Technical College

Program will train welders in partnership with Caterpillar Work Tools Read on...
Commerce accepting nominations for Minority Enterprise Development Week awards

Deadline to nominate minority and women owned businesses is July 15 Read on...
CivicPlus, GT Manufacturing win top Business Appreciation Month awards

Governor’s Award of Excellence, Exporter of the Year winners announced Read on...
Kansas Commerce announces award of Economic Development grant

The grant has been awarded to city of Cheney. Read on...
2016 Kansas International Trade Day

To be held June 22, 2016 in Topeka. Read on...
2016 Business Appreciation Month Winners Announced

26 Regional Winners & 63 Merit Award Winners Read On...
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Inaugural Artist INC program in Kansas Concludes

The last session of Artist INC program concludes on May 10. Read on...
DH Pace Corporate Headquarters Expands Facility in Olathe, Kansas

The expansion is in response to significant growth and in preparation for new jobs. Read on...
KU Startup School Equips Faculty and Students for Entrepreneurships

The distance between dreaming about a startup company and actually launching one can be vast if you don’t know where to begin. Read on...
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman to Visit Kansas

Chairman Jane Chu will visit Lawrence on April 11. Read on...
Kansas ranked highly in 2015 Governor’s Cup

Site Selection magazine named Kansas in the Top Five in the region and the nation. Read on...
Amazon announces plans to bring 1,000 jobs to Kansas

The new state-of-the-art fulfillment center will open in Edgerton, KS. Read on...
Kansas Rural Opportunities Conference Apr. 5th & 6th

Registration deadline Mar. 29th Read on...
Kansas City ranked 7th for Women-Owned Business

According to survey of 100 largest metropolitan areas Read on...
Kansas Commerce announces Manhattan Tech to offer IT Service Management Training

In partnership with Security Benefit and Workforce AID. Read on...
Community Development Block Grants awarded for water and sewer projects, housing rehabilitation and

Communities will share $8.6 million in federal grants. Read on...
Kansas awarded $3 million for Health Profession Opportunity Project

KHPOP program trains low-income individuals for careers in healthcare Read on...
Cowley Community College gears up to offer training

Project through Kansas Department of Commerce Workforce AID Read on...
Figeac-Aéro breaks ground on North American headquarters in Wichita

Project will create 200 jobs and more than $20 million in investment Read on...
Kansas ranked fifth Pro-Business State in the nation

This is the fifth year in a row for the state to be highly rated in study Read on...
New Workforce AID program launching at Washburn Tech

Program will train welders in partnership with Caterpillar Work Tools Read on...
Sizewise Worldwide moves global headquarters to Kansas

Medical equipment manufacturer serves hospitals nationwide Read on...

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