Greater Wichita Partnership

06/18/2026

The 2026 Choose Wichita Summit reinforced a clear message that communities do not become magnetic by accident.

Winning the modern talent war for the greater Wichita region requires deliberate executive intentionality, systemic strategy and collaborative leadership.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4eth9gW.

06/18/2026

Since 2015, the Partnership has brought together Economic Development Organizations (EDOs) from across our 10-county region to share ideas, discuss timely issues and strengthen regional collaboration.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an afternoon of networking and relationship-building among partners working to move our region forward.

06/12/2026

The Partnership team recently toured the Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (KansasCOM), a key investment in healthcare education that is helping build the greater Wichita region's future workforce.

Learn more about KansasCOM: kansascom.kansashsu.org

06/11/2026

The Air Capital of the World continues to strengthen its position as a leader in aerospace innovation and advanced manufacturing.

Congratulations to the National Institute for Aviation Research, Wichita State University on the grand opening of the Hub for Advanced Manufacturing and Research (HAMR), a state-of-the-art facility that strengthens the region's advanced manufacturing ecosystem through research, technology development and workforce training.

06/05/2026

Please join us in congratulating Tami Bradley on her induction into the Wichita Business Journal's Women in Business Hall of Fame.

Throughout her career, Tami has helped shape conversations, build partnerships and create opportunities that have strengthened the region. Her leadership, strategic vision and ability to bring people together have made a lasting impact both at the Greater Wichita Partnership and throughout our state.

This recognition is a reflection of the countless lives, organizations and initiatives she has influenced along the way. Congratulations, Tami, on this well-deserved honor.

Read more about Tami from Wichita Business Journal at https://bit.ly/43gDucs.

06/05/2026

The Air Capital of the World returns to the global stage next month at the Farnborough International Airshow to showcase the strength of the greater Wichita region’s aerospace and aviation industry.

As home to world-class manufacturers, suppliers and a highly skilled workforce, the region continues to lead and drive global advancement in flight.

The looks forward to representing the expansive and capable ecosystem of the greater Wichita region at next month's Farnborough International Airshow.

This global stage provides an opportunity to showcase the innovation, talent and capabilities that define the region's aviation and aerospace excellence.

05/29/2026

The groundbreaking of the new Hexcel Corporation Applications Center at National Institute for Aviation Research, Wichita State University's Advanced Technologies Lab for Aerospace Systems (ATLAS) facility highlights the strength of collaboration between industry, research and workforce development in advancing aerospace innovation across the greater Wichita region.

The center represents continued investment in the technologies, talent and partnerships shaping the future of aerospace.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4uQ5csk

05/21/2026

Wichita State University Athletics is more than game day excitement — it’s a major economic driver for the greater Wichita region.

At the Partnership’s May 15 Investor Meeting, community leaders heard how WSU Athletics contributes nearly $60 million annually to Wichita’s economy while strengthening national visibility, tourism and quality of place.

From aerospace leadership visits and community investments to the growing impact of Shocker Athletics, the message was clear: regional success happens when business, education, athletics and community partners move forward together.

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05/14/2026

The future of advanced air mobility is being built now, and the greater Wichita region is ready to lead.

The Partnership attended AUVSI's XPONENTIAL 2026 alongside global industry leaders advancing the next era of autonomous systems and aviation technology.

From a growing talent pipeline to expanding real-world applications, the Air Capital of the World continues to build on its legacy of innovation and advanced manufacturing.

05/13/2026

A vision years in the making is now fully realized.

The official completion of Exploration Place's EP2 initiative and grand opening of the 6-acre Adventure Playscape, marks another transformational investment in Wichita’s quality of place.

Projects that enhance quality of place help strengthen Wichita’s momentum, support talent attraction and retention and create experiences that elevate the region for generations to come.