Johnson County Economic Development

10/15/2026

This , we're shining a light on Evergy, a proud JCEDC investor whose commitment goes well beyond keeping the lights on. Their partnership and support fuel the work we do to attract new businesses, support existing employers, and build a stronger future for our region.

Thank you, Evergy, for powering our mission to . We're grateful for your investment, your leadership, and your dedication to making Johnson County a great place to live, work, and do business.

👏 Join us in thanking Evergy for helping power economic growth in Johnson County!

10/15/2026

🎉 Join us for a FREE Veteran Small Business Resource Event!

Whether you're a veteran who owns a business, an active service member exploring entrepreneurship, a military spouse with a business idea, or simply considering your next chapter, this event is for YOU!

🇺🇸🎉 CELEBRATING NATIONAL VETERANS SMALL BUSINESS WEEK! 🎉🇺🇸

Veterans bring leadership, resilience, discipline, and a mission-driven mindset to everything they do—including building successful businesses! 💪🇺🇸

This November, let's celebrate the veteran entrepreneurs, service members, and military families who are turning their skills, experience, and ideas into business success!

🎉 Join us for a FREE Veteran Small Business Resource Event!

Whether you're a veteran who owns a business, an active service member exploring entrepreneurship, a military spouse with a business idea, or simply considering your next chapter, this event is for YOU!

💼 Here's what's in store:
✅ Small business resources for veterans
✅ Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) certification information
✅ Planning for business ownership
✅ Considerations for military spouses
✅ Access to capital and funding resources
✅ A veteran business panel and local connections

📅 Tuesday, November 10, 2026
⏰ 8:30–11:30 a.m.
📍 Elliott Union, Room 238
University of Central Missouri | Warrensburg, MO

✨ Your service built valuable skills. Your next mission could be building a business!

Let's come together to recognize the contributions of veteran-owned businesses, connect aspiring and current entrepreneurs with valuable resources, and celebrate the people behind these businesses.

🎟️ FREE TO ATTEND — REGISTER TODAY!
👉 https://connect.sfccmo.edu/register/tlf_NVSBW

📣 Know a veteran entrepreneur, service member, or military spouse who should be there? Tag them, share this post, and help us spread the word!

🇺🇸 Honoring Veteran-Owned. American Made. 🇺🇸

10/09/2026

The JCEDC office will be closed on Monday, October 12, 2026 in observance of Columbus Day. We will reopen at 8:00 AM on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.

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10/08/2026

🌟 Thankful Thursday 🌟

Please join us in welcoming Allstate Consultants as the newest investor in JCEDC! We're excited to have you on board and grateful for your belief in Johnson County's future.

Allstate Consultants, thank you for joining us in this mission to . Your investment today is helping build stronger businesses, more opportunities, and a brighter region for tomorrow.

🎉 Help us welcome Allstate Consultants to the JCEDC family!

10/01/2026

✨Thankful Thursday ✨

Johnson County thrives because of investors like the City of Leeton. Their dedication to our community helps pave the way for new opportunities, stronger businesses, and lasting growth.

We're grateful for you, City of Leeton — thank you for standing behind Johnson County Economic Development and helping us .

Join us in thanking the City of Leeton for their support!

09/24/2026

🙏 Thankful Thursday 🙏

As a valued JCEDC investor, the City of Holden's support, partnership, and commitment to economic growth help strengthen our communities and create opportunities throughout the region.

Thank you, City of Holden, for helping us !

We appreciate your investment, leadership, and dedication to making Johnson County a great place to live, work, and do business.

👏 Join us in thanking the City of Holden for their support!

09/17/2026

🙏 Thankful Thursday 🙏

As a valued JCEDC investor, Chilhowee's support, partnership, and commitment to economic growth help strengthen our communities and create opportunities throughout the region.

Thank you, City of Chilhowee, for helping us !

We appreciate your investment, leadership, and dedication to making Johnson County a great place to live, work, and do business.

👏 Join us in thanking the City of Chilhowee for their support!

09/10/2026

⭐Thankful Thursday⭐

This week's spotlight is on J.W. Franklin, and we couldn't be more grateful for their investment in Johnson County's future.

When organizations choose to invest locally, the whole community benefits. J.W. Franklin has shown real commitment to economic growth in our region, helping pave the way for new opportunities and a stronger local economy. It's this kind of partnership that keeps Johnson County moving forward.

Help us celebrate J.W. Franklin and their investment in Johnson County's economic future — join us in saying thank you!

09/04/2026

The JCEDC office will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen at 8:00 AM on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

Our website is always open at www.growjocomo.com

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