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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...
Governor’s Exporter of the Year award to celebrate its 30th anniversary

2018 marks the 30th anniversary of the Governor’s Exporter of the Year award, presented annually to a single Kansas company in recognition of its excellent performance in international trade and outstanding international marketing. 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...
New KSapprenticeship.org website connects job seekers with companies offering apprenticeships

The Kansas Department of Commerce, in partnership with KANSASWORKS, has launched a new website aimed at connecting job seekers with Kansas companies offering on-the-job training through the state’s Registered Apprenticeship program. Read on...
Flow International to relocate manufacturing and operations to Baxter Springs

Flow International Corporation, a Shape Technologies Group (SHAPE) company, has announced it is relocating its manufacturing and operations functions from Kent, Washington to its KMT Waterjet plant in Baxter Springs, Kansas. Read on...
Governor Colyer announces communities to be designated as Opportunity Zones

Kansas Governor Jeff Colyer, M.D. and officials from state government agencies have completed a review of Letters of Interest submitted from communities across the state to be considered for designation as Opportunity Zones. Read on...
Kansas Launches “My (Re)Employment Plan” Workforce Program to Improve Services for Job Seekers

Kansas' new “My (Re)Employment Plan” blends enhanced workforce services with personal responsibility to get Kansans back to work faster. My(Re)Employment Map
Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission adds six artists to Touring Roster

The Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission has added six artists to the official Kansas Touring Roster, a directory of Kansas artists which helps match artists with venues. Read on...
PBI-Gordon Relocating Corporate Headquarters to Shawnee, Kansas

PBI-Gordon Corporation announced today that it plans to relocate its corporate headquarters to a new facility in Shawnee, Kansas. Read on...
Service Master DSI Selects Shawnee Kansas for Headquarters Offices

ServiceMaster DSI will relocate the headquarters for the company’s national large loss division, ServiceMaster Recovery Management (SRM), to Shawnee in April 2018. It will also be the regional headquarters for DSI which will serve Missouri and Kansas. Read on...
Employers lining up for upcoming technology job fair

A number of leading companies and organizations have already registered to participate in an upcoming technology-focused job fair to meet candidates for their open tech positions. Read on...
Middle school battle bot builders to test robot contenders at Rubbermaid prior to BotsKC Competition

NOTICE! EVENT RESCHEDULED: Rubbermaid and Kansas Commerce are sponsoring a team of “battle bot” builders from Winfield Middle School which will be competing in the upcoming BotsKC tournament. Read on...
Kansas Commerce welcomes ERBER Group to its new North American Headquarters in Overland Park

ERBER Group, the holding company for five divisions including BIOMIN America and Romer Labs®, has established its new ERBER Group hub in Kansas City. Read on...
KANSASWORKS and Kansas Department of Commerce Announce Plans for Technology Job Fair in Lenexa

Upon learning of Sprint’s announcement to lay off 120 of its primarily technical employees, the Kansas Department of Commerce, KANSASWORKS and Workforce Partnership immediately made plans to conduct a technology-focused job fair. Read on...
KANSASWORKS and Kansas Department of Commerce All Ready for Statewide Job Fair on March 8

The Kansas Department of Commerce and KANSASWORKS, along with job centers across the state, are all set to hold the state’s biggest job fair. Read on...
Supporting the arts is easy in Kansas with “Arts Checkoff” on tax returns

The Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission (KCAIC) would like to remind Kansans they may direct all or part of their state income tax refund to support the arts. Read on...
Kansas communities may apply now for designation as an Opportunity Zone

The Kansas Department of Commerce is now accepting proposals from communities to designate eligible low-income census tracts as Kansas Opportunity Zones under the new Federal Opportunity Zones program. Read on...
Kansas Commerce now accepting nominations for Business Appreciation Month awards

The Kansas Department of Commerce is now accepting nominations for Business Appreciation Month awards, affording the opportunity for individuals and organizations to nominate Kansas businesses that grow jobs and support their local communities. Read on...
Kansas Commerce now accepting applications for Kansas Angels business investment program

The Kansas Angel Investor Tax Credit program offers Kansas income tax credits to qualified individuals who provide seed-capital financing for emerging Kansas businesses. Read on...
HCA Midwest Health Division Office Chooses Overland Park for New Headquarters

HCA Midwest Health, the Kansas City area’s leading healthcare provider, has chosen to relocate its Division office headquarters from Kansas City, Missouri to Overland Park, Kansas. Read on...
Announcing plans for 2018 Rural Opportunities Conference

Exploring economic development opportunities in rural Kansas the focus on 2018 Rural Opportunities Conference Read on...
Kansas Commerce announces plans for 2018 International Trade Day Conference

The 2018 International Trade Day Conference will feature speakers and sessions designed to help Kansas businesses start exporting or grow existing exports. Read on...
Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission Announces 2018 Tallgrass Artist Residency

The Tallgrass Artist Residency, a partnership between The Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission (KCAIC) and the Center for Living Education, is now accepting applications. Read on...
Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission now accepting applications for expanded Touring Roster

To help promote Kansas-based performing artists, The Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission maintains an approved Touring Roster of Kansas-based touring companies and artists. The KCAIC is now accepting applications for inclusion on the roster. Read on...
Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission now accepting applications for two grant programs

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...
$12.9 million in Community Development Block Grants awarded for community improvement projects

The Kansas Department of Commerce has announced that 32 communities will receive federal grants for a variety of community improvement projects, including sewer and water projects, housing rehabilitation and community facilities improvements. Read on...
Jan. 26 is deadline to submit Exporter of the Year nominations

Only 10 days remain to nominate businesses for success in international trade Read on...
KANSASWORKS and Kansas Department of Commerce announce plans for Statewide Job Fair

The Kansas Department of Commerce, in partnership with KANSASWORKS, will host the KANSASWORKS Statewide Job Fair on March 8, 2018. The annual job fair will provide employers, veterans and job seekers with the unique opportunity to connect face-to-face. Read on...
Nick Jordan to continue in role as Interim Commerce Secretary

At the request of Governor Sam Brownback, Nick Jordan will continue serving as Interim Commerce Secretary until such time as the U.S. Senate votes to confirm the Governor’s position as U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom. Read on...
Triple Crown Realty Trust, LP Announces Anchor Tenant at Ironhorse Manufacturing Park

Lange Real Estate and AREA Real Estate Advisors have signed the first tenant in Wichita’s largest speculative industrial project, Ironhorse Manufacturing Park, which is owned by Triple Crown Realty Trust, LP. Read on...
Industrial Maintenance of Topeka Inc. relocates and expands

Industrial Maintenance of Topeka Inc, better known as IMI, has relocated from their previous location outside of Shawnee County to a new location in Topeka to better serve current local clients and sustain continued growth. Read on...
Governor Brownback announces new Executive Director of Business and Education Innovation

Governor Sam Brownback on Tuesday announced the appointment of Dr. Diane M. DeBacker as Executive Director of Business and Education Innovation at the Kansas Department of Commerce. Read on...
KanPak expands in Arkansas City with development of new distribution center and warehouse

KanPak U.S., a leading supplier of beverages and desserts using aseptic processing technology, announced today the development of a new 200,000-square-foot warehouse and distribution facility. The facility is expected to open in Q3 2018. Read on...
Spirit AeroSystems announces major expansion

Spirit AeroSystems, one of the pioneering companies in the aerospace and aviation industry, is today announcing a major expansion of its Wichita operations – including 1,000 new jobs and $1 billion in capital investment. Read on...
Department of Commerce accepting nominations for 2018 Governor’s Exporter of the Year Award

The Kansas Department of Commerce is accepting nominations for the 2018 Governor’s Exporter of the Year Award, which is presented to a single Kansas business for excellence in international trade and marketing. Read on...
Lieutenant Governor Colyer to visit Exporter of Year winner Lee Aerospace on Nov. 20th

Lt. Governor Jeff Colyer will tour the headquarters of Lee Aerospace on November 20. Lee Aerospace won the 2017 Governor’s Exporter of the Year Award, which is presented to a single business each year for excellence in international trade and marketing. Read on...
Celebrating Apprenticeship Week - Nov. 13 - 19

To recognize the value and importance of the statewide Registered Apprenticeship Program in meeting the workforce needs of Kansas employers, the week of November 13-19 has been named Apprenticeship Week in the State of Kansas. Read on...
Simmons Pet Food Announces Facility Expansion in Emporia

Simmons Pet Food, Inc., a leading supplier of custom and private label pet food solutions in the U.S. and Canada, broke ground on a facility expansion at its Flexible Packaging Facility in Emporia, Kansas. Read on...
Kubota Officially Announces Plans for $87 Million Expansion in Kansas to Create a New Logistics Hub,

Kubota Tractor Corporation officially confirmed its plans to design and build two, one million square foot, facilities in Edgerton, Kansas. Read on...
The Kansas Department of Commerce announces that 13 nonprofits have been awarded Community Service T

Kansas Commerce has awarded 13 nonprofit organizations Community Service Tax Credits (CSP). Since 1994, CSP has helped nonprofits undertake major capitol fund-raising drives for various projects which have made an enormous impact on the lives of Kansans Read on...
Kansas Department of Commerce Earns Silver Shovel Award for Economic Development Wins

The Silver Shovel award honors state economic development agencies that drive significant job creation through innovative policies, infrastructure improvements, processes, and promotions that attract new employers and investments. Read on...
2017 Kansas Energy Conference to Highlight Latest Developments in Renewable Energy

The Kansas Energy Conference will highlight the latest developments in the state’s renewable energy sector, focusing on how technology will accelerate the move to a clean energy economy and the role that Kansas can play to lead this transition. Read on...
Kansas Department of Commerce announces plans for Minority and Women Business Awards Luncheon

The Kansas Department of Commerce’s Office of Minority and Women Business Development announces plans for its 33rd Annual Minority and Women Business Awards Luncheon. Read on...
Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission adds seven artists to Touring Roster

The Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission has added seven artists to the official Kansas Touring Roster, a directory of Kansas artists which helps match artists with venues. Read on...
Kansas Commerce Welcomes US-EU Trade Meeting to Kansas

The Kansas Department of Commerce is pleased to welcome the annual meeting between trade representatives from the U.S. and the European Union. The Wichita meeting marks the first time the United States has hosted the event outside of Washington, DC. 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...
Cargill Protein Headquarters to remain in Kansas

The decision comes after collaboration with the City of Wichita and State of Kansas. 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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