Greater Wichita Partnership

Heartspring's strategic expansion into marks a significant step toward establishing the city as a leading hub for pediatric neurodevelopmental care. By bridging clinical gaps and aligning with the visionary Wichita Biomedical Campus, Heartspring is not only enhancing specialized healthcare services but also fueling the economic and healthcare growth of the region.

🔗 Read the full story by Wichita Business Journal at https://bit.ly/4dEFper.

Heartspring chooses to expand in downtown Wichita health care corridor - Wichita Business Journal Heartspring CEO Dan Soliday said the move will "help position Wichita as a regional and national hub for specialized care."

From high school graduate to CEO: Ayaan Parikh's journey from starting his own nonprofit to also leading Novus, a Wichita startup focused on transforming substance abuse recovery, showcases his unmatched ambition and dedication. At just 18, he's already making a lasting impact in Wichita and beyond, fueled by his passion for healthcare, technology, and entrepreneurship.

We were excited to have him as an intern at our office this summer and our team looks forward to seeing his impact grow and spread.

Teen becomes CEO of Wichita startup company Ayaan Parikh graduated high school in May and was hired as the CEO of Novus

Join our team at the 2024 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition as we showcase the Air Capital of the World and its global reach.

Take your business to new heights with the at ! Partner with us for networking opportunities, national exposure, and the chance to showcase your innovations alongside industry leaders.

2024 NBAA-BACE
Oct. 22-24 | Las Vegas, NV

Contact Victoria Carro, Director of Industry Engagement at
[email protected].

Congratulations to Airxcel, Inc. and RV Products on a two-phase expansion, strengthening their footprint in Wichita and creating opportunities for our region's skilled workforce.

Investments like this highlight the possibilities that are attainable through local collaboration, great vision and a driven commitment to the success of Wichita.

Land, Air & Sea, a local event being hosted in partnership with Home Base Wichita, will be held August 16-17 at Wichita State University's Woosley Hall. This event is dedicated to empowering both the surrounding business community and the Kansas military communities, including transitioned and transitioning veterans.

🔗 Register to this 2-day free event at https://bit.ly/3WSpmCC.

Congratulations to our Executive Vice President of Strategic Communications Cynthia Wentworth on being an honoree of the Wichita Business Journal's 2024 Women in Business Awards.

🔗 Read Cynthia's honoree bio here: https://bit.ly/3WWNwNi.

The Partnership showcased the Air Capital of the World, highlighting our region's aviation expertise, innovation and skilled workforce at the Farnborough International Airshow from July 22 to 26. Our team led the largest Kansas delegation to the airshow and hosted nearly 100 meetings within our branded display spaces.

🔗 Read more about the success of the event and our partners at https://bit.ly/4cbdy3O.

This week we had the chance to invite representatives from across Wichita's seven industries to a kick-off event for the national campaign, Love, Kansas. Created by the Kansas Department of Commerce, the talent campaign showcases the abundant opportunities in the Sunflower State to attract new and former residents.

🔗 This event followed our Talent Talk discussion, for insights on both visit https://bit.ly/4d9n2hs.

🌻 Find inspiration to share your love for Kansas at LoveKansas.com.

The Partnership’s third Talent Talk of 2024 brought together over 75 leaders to discuss skilled workforce pathways. Panelists from Goodwill Industries of Kansas, Hutton, Wichita Public Schools, and Wichita State University highlighted opportunities for business engagement with students, early applied learning and successful programs for adult learners.

🔗 For more insights into the Talent Talk visit https://bit.ly/3WNUbJQ.

Congratulations to Exploration Place on breaking ground for a transformational vision. The Destination Playscape, set to open in the fall of 2025, will be a $25-million outdoor experiential playground covering 6.5 acres of land on the southwest bank of the Arkansas river.

This visionary expansion is a great example of how Wichita organizations come together to elevate the quality of life for our community.

More than 125 attendees gathered this month for a celebration of the possibilities in Wichita at our Choose Wichita Summit. From inspirational speakers and discussions on talent initiatives to mocktails and live music, the event marked another milestone in the continuation of our community's dedication to growing our talent pipeline.

🔗 Read the recap here:

Choose Wichita Event Even More Popular Than Expected Choose Wichita Event Even More Popular Than Expected How do you measure the success of an event? It might be a 522% increase in new audience and dozens asking when the next will be held! While the Choose Wichita Summit received rave reviews, many have already asked to bring coworkers and team member...

Undertaking numerous talent initiatives and continuously rolling out new ones, Tanganyika Wildlife Park is using out-of-the-box talent benefits and strategies to attract top-tier talent.

🔗 Read the full story at https://bit.ly/3RsyM5G.

Wichita Business Introduces Groundbreaking Benefits Package, Debt-Free Initiatives Revolutionizing Workforce Culture: Wichita Business Introduces Groundbreaking Benefits Package, Debt-Free Initiatives By Emily Younger Barnwell

“It’s providing for my kids.” A Wichita father is grateful for a new job opportunity at JTM Foods after the snack pie manufacturer opened its first facility in the ICT21 Industrial Park this year.

Discover how the location is unlocking possibilities for all Wichitans at https://bit.ly/3RyYwfQ.

JTM Foods’ Wichita Location Creates New Avenues for Success ‘It’s providing for my kids’: JTM Foods’ Wichita Location Creates New Avenues for Success By Emily Younger Barnwell

Support for our national security is happening right here in Wichita.

This week, Senator Jerry Moran hosted leaders from the Department of Defense’s (DOD) Office of Operational Test and Evaluation at Novacoast Headquarters in Wichita to announce a partnership between DOD and Novacoast.

Read more via Wichita Business Journal at https://bit.ly/3vaaeGr.

Department of Defense taps Novacoast in Wichita for cybersecurity project - Wichita Business Journal “A recent newcomer to Wichita, Novacoast is utilizing the talented workforce in Wichita to support our national security while bringing new cybersecurity jobs to the region," U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran said.

A little over a year after laying out a vision to transform one of downtown Wichita's historic buildings, Keycentrix is now settled into its new headquarters.

Read more via Wichita Business Journal at https://bit.ly/3v0BGGm.

A 'purpose-built' home: Keycentrix moves into its new downtown headquarters (PHOTOS) - Wichita Business Journal Get an up-close look at the revitalized former Legacy Antique Mall building, including before-and-afters of the renovations.

It was great to hear from local leaders in the aviation and research industries — Cox Machine, Textron Aviation and Center for Economic Development and Business Research — on the future of aviation, workforce and innovation happening in the Air Capital of the World at today's Wichita Aero Club 2023 On-Air Summit.

Thank you to the Airmen at McConnell Air Force Base, 931st Air Refueling Wing and 184th Wing for allowing our team a behind-the-scenes tour of your facilities and how you integrate Airmen into our regional communities.

Unleashing tomorrow, today. The Partnership’s Annual Meeting, held this past Monday, was an unmatched event, giving guests a futuristic look into Wichita’s remarkable progress and unstoppable potential.

Uncover the future of Wichita at https://bit.ly/3TgIN7W.

Partnership Annual Meeting: A Vision for Wichita’s Future Unleashing tomorrow, today. The Partnership’s Annual Meeting was an unmatched event, giving guests a futuristic look into Wichita’s remarkable progress and unstoppable potential.From the moment attendees walked through The Hudson doors, they were greeted with original music –composed by Wichit...

The Partnership welcomed U.S. Senator Jerry Moran and Lockheed Martin Lockheed Martin Space leadership to Wichita last week to tour Perfekta and announce its newest partnership in defense and space.

Read more via Wichita Business Journal.

Contractor chooses Wichita-based Perfekta for space and defense parts - Wichita Business Journal "With the onset of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, we've seen some fragility in the supply base, and so the opportunity for us to come here and see the capabilities in Wichita worked," said Robert Lightfoot, executive vice president of Lockheed Martin Space.

Wichita’s riverfront is on the brink of transformation. Exploration Place’s bold and visionary EP2 Initiative aims to draw 1 million visitors a year. The Partnership recently spoke with EP’s Adam Smith about the aspirational project.

Read more at https://bit.ly/3QuIPG1

Celebrate the next Wichita Aero Club Trophy recipient at the mixer event this evening in .

Find out who the next Wichita Aero Club Trophy recipient is tomorrow afternoon (Wednesday, Nov. 8) at our next Mixer event! The event will take place at The 1906 Lounge at the Hotel At Old Town from 4:30-6:00 p.m. with the announcement of the recipient at 5:15 p.m.

We hope to see you at there! No registration is required.

Wichita Startup Week is just days away! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to learn, network and grow your business.

Register to attend at https://startupweekwichita.com.

Choose from 30+ interactive sessions and 5+ networking events that are sure to empower and support the local startup community at in , Nov. 13-17.

Get your tickets at

Home WICHITA STARTUP WEEK PRESENTED BY KOCH INDUSTRIES November 13 — November 17

The heart of our city, Downtown Wichita, continues to exceed national growth expectations post-pandemic, ranking among the top 10 U.S. metros and No. 1 in the Midwest. This is a testament to the dedication our community partners and industry leaders have to Wichita's success.

Read more via Wichita Business Journal at https://bizj.us/1qjtca.

Call it a comeback: Wichita tops Midwest peers in downtown recovery report - Wichita Business Journal Some cities' bids to get people back downtown are going much better than others. Count Wichita as among those bouncing back the strongest, according to a new report.

Congratulations to Creekstone Farms, Arkansas City's largest employer, on the grand opening of the Walnut Valley Learning Center. Childcare is a priority when it comes to supporting our workforce. It is an honor to witness the local company's dedication to the success of our region's talent.

Learn more about the grand opening of the 20,000-square-foot center which will accommodate more than 100 children at https://bit.ly/49g6YZv.

Creekstone Farms Opens Onsite Learning & Childcare Center - Perishable News Creekstone Farms Premium Beef LLC, supplier of premium meats and Arkansas City’s largest employer, celebrated the grand opening of Walnut Valley Learning Center, its new onsite childcare facility, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on October 18th. The 20,000-square-foot center will accommodate more t...

Alongside industry innovators and regional leadership, we are dedicated to the growth of the Air Capital of the World and displaying our capabilities at events such as .

Read more via KSN TV at https://bit.ly/3Q1nbZO.

Air Capital promoted at Las Vegas aviation conference They presented what the ICT has to offer.

This week our team is showcasing the unparalleled aviation expertise of the at the world's largest business aviation event, .

This week we are spotlighting more than a dozen businesses and organizations at the world's largest business aviation event, . With more than 20,000 industry professionals expected to attend, we are proud to showcase the unparalleled aviation expertise in the .

Read more at https://bit.ly/3FfOvyB.