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Board of Directors
on Jan 08, 2016 / by Angie Prather
Building a better business environment in 2016
Jon Rosell (pictured left) received a plaque commemorating his tenure as the 2015 Chamber Chairman from 2016 Chairman Barry Schwan.by Barry Schwan2016 Chamber ChairmanJon Rosell, the Chamber’s 2015 Chairman, is a well-respected leader ...
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Economic Development
on Nov 10, 2015 / by Angie Prather
2015 NBAA business delegation includes 19 organizations
The Greater Wichita Economic Development Coalition (GWEDC) is promoting Wichita’s exceptional workforce and world-class aviation supply chain November 17-19 during the 2015 National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Business Convention in ...
Chamber staff
on Aug 17, 2015 / by Angie Prather
GWEDC Staff Changes
Debra TeufelTeufel Departs WichitaDebra Teufel has promoted Wichita’s workforce and positive business environment across the continent and around the globe since joining the organization more than seven years ago. She’s represented the ...
Chamber staff
on Aug 14, 2015 / by Angie Prather
Bossemeyer earns certification
David BossemeyerDavid Bossemeyer, VP-Business Development for the Greater Wichita Economic Development Coalition (GWEDC), has earned his Professional Certification from Business Retention & Expansion International (BREI). The advanced level ...
Chamber staff
on May 15, 2015 / by Angie Prather
Job changes for Shelton and Edwards
Beth Shelton, Manager of Business Development for GWEDC.JOB CHANGEBeth Shelton, Manager Business Development at the Greater Wichita Economic Development Coalition (GWEDC), has announced her departure effective Wednesday, June 3. Beth has accepted a ...
Economic Development
on May 14, 2015 / by Angie Prather
Termination notice changed for three County contracts
Discussion about County funding for the Greater Wichita Economic Development Coalition (GWEDC), Exploration Place and the Sedgwick County Zoo took place at yesterday’s May 13 Commission meeting. Each of these three organizations currently has ...
Economic Development
on May 07, 2015 / by admin
What do the Zoo, Exploration Place and Jobs have in common?
Discussion about County funding for all three are expected to be on the agenda for the Sedgwick County Commission meeting next Wednesday, May 13. Commissioners have proposed reviewing the multi-year funding agreements the County has with the ...
Board of Directors
on Apr 17, 2015 / by admin
A new course for economic growth
A new partnership is being formed to align, focus and fast forward our economy. The Greater Wichita Partnership is based on a "best practice" model that has been successful in other communities. The Partnership consolidates the efforts and ...
Economic Development
on Apr 10, 2015 / by admin
GWEDC on 99.7 LITE FM this Sunday morning
From partnering on the Blueprint for Regional Economic Growth (BREG) and the Wichita-South Central Kansas Export Plan, to helping secure Figeac-Aero North America's expansion in Wichita, the Greater Wichita Economic Development Coalition (GWEDC) has ...
Economic Development
on Apr 02, 2015 / by admin
GWEDC participates in two local initiatives
From left to right: Nick Campbell with GWEDC, Brad Eilts with McPherson County and Beth Shelton with GWEDC participated in the BREG town hall meeting on April 2.GWEDC is participating in both the Blueprint for Regional Economic Growth (BREG) ...
Economic Development
on Mar 25, 2015 / by Angie Prather
GWEDC to market WSU's Innovation Campus in Germany next month
Wichita State University (WSU) announced this week that Airbus has signed a letter of intent to locate a major engineering center on WSU's new Innovation Campus. Around 400 Airbus employees will move from their current location in downtown Wichita ...
Economic Development
on Mar 13, 2015 / by Angie Prather
Learn about the Export Plan for South Central Kansas
Almost twenty-eight percent of the Wichita-area economy is export dependent. And many businesses in the South Central Kansas region would like to increase the number of products and services they export.The long-awaited Wichita-South Central Kansas ...
Economic Development
on Oct 20, 2014 / by admin
Promoting Wichita's superior workforce and supply chain
The Greater Wichita Economic Development Coalition (GWEDC) is promoting Wichita’s exceptional workforce and world-class aviation supply chain this week during the 2014 NBAA Business Convention in Orlando, FL at Booth #2067. The Wichita ...
Economic Development
on Aug 26, 2014 / by Angie Prather
Defining Wichita's Brand
How should Wichita tell its story to prospective employees, visitors, conventioneers, students, developers, artists, business owners, and entrepreneurs?A unique partnership between Go Wichita Convention and Visitors Bureau, Wichita Metro Chamber of ...
Economic Development
on Aug 20, 2014 / by admin
New Jobs and Investment in Sedgwick County
By Tim Chase, GWEDC PresidentA vital part of the Greater Wichita Economic Development Coalition's (GWEDC) mission is to help retain and expand local job growth. This week’s announcement about Reiloy Westland Corporation’s expansion ...
Economic Development
on Jul 16, 2014 / by admin
Your RSVP needed for next sales tax information session
Our thanks to City Manager, Bob Layton, and senior members of his team for spending time with Chamber members on Tuesday afternoon providing background information and answering questions about each of the four components of the proposed sales tax: ...
Economic Development
on Jul 15, 2014 / by admin
GWEDC’s David Bossemeyer receives award
Congratulations to David Bossemeyer, vice president of business development for the Greater Wichita Economic Development Coalition (GWEDC), for his selection as the recipient of the Distinguished Service Award from Business Retention & Expansion ...
Economic Development
on May 19, 2014 / by admin
Is Wichita Satisfied?
Gary Schmitt(reprint of guest editorial published in the Wichita Eagle May 18, 2014 by Gary Schmitt, chairman of the Greater Wichita Economic Development Coalition.) Wichita’s economic recovery has been painfully slow. We’ve worked hard ...
Economic Development
on May 16, 2014 / by admin
We’re seeking your input on jobs plan
Wayne Chambers(reprint of guest editorial published in the Wichita Business Journal May 16, 2014)Wichita and surrounding communities lost one in ten jobs during the recent recession. This does not include the full impact of Boeing leaving and the ...
Economic Development
on May 07, 2014 / by admin
Jobs Fund Proposal initiates needed community discussion
Several City Council members expressed their appreciation yesterday for the work that has been done to prepare the Jobs Fund Plan titled, Will Wichita Accelerate Competition for Primary Jobs? Time for a Community Discussion. The Plan was presented ...
Economic Development
on May 06, 2014 / by Gary Plummer
Will Wichita Accelerate Competition for Primary Jobs?
Gary SchmittGary Schmitt, Chairman of the Greater Wichita Economic Development Coalition (GWEDC), will present a Jobs Fund Plan to members of the Wichita City Council during a workshop held later this morning. The workshop takes place following the ...
Economic Development
on Feb 27, 2014 / by Gary Plummer
Economic Development Feasibility Analysis
Gary PlummerAt its first meeting more than a year ago, the Leadership Council chose Growing Primary Jobs as its top priority along with two other priorities: 1) Diversification through Entrepreneurship and 2) Enhance Educational Attainment and ...
Economic Development
on Feb 14, 2014 / by admin
GWEDC Shares Mission at Cessna Supplier Forum
Debra TeufelBy Debra TeufelThis week GWEDC had the honor of being a presenting sponsor at the Cessna Supplier Forum. This event attended by over 400 in the aviation industry, gave us the opportunity to showcase our Greater Wichita message to an ...
Economic Development
on Oct 30, 2013 / by admin
Recap of Recent GWEDC Happenings
Last week your GWEDC team hit the trifecta of high-profile marketing events aimed at stimulating job creation and investment in the region. All three events just happened to be in and around the Las Vegas area making this a very cost-effective ...
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