The Kansas City Area Development Council is a private, nonprofit organization charged with representing the economic interests of the entire two-state, 18-county region of Greater Kansas City.
Mission: Engage the world to invest in the One KC region. 

Our role: 
• Attract new companies and talent to the 18-county, two-state KC region. 
• Enhance awareness of our metro's assets to create positive perceptions.
• Promote the KC region as a business and lifestyle location of choice. 
• Brand the KC region as one product to stimulate economic growth. 
• Equally support all of our regional communities and investors. 
• Facilitate relocation/expansion process between a company and its selected KC community.

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Kansas City Area Development Council

Bob Marcusse

Tim Cowden

The Leadership Team at the Kansas City Area Development Council is responsible for setting the strategic direction and overseeing the execution of initiatives to attract new businesses and talent to the region. This team spearheads efforts to enhance the area's visibility and reputation as a prime destination for economic and lifestyle opportunities, ensures equitable support for all regional communities, and facilitates the relocation and expansion processes for incoming companies. Their expertise spans corporate attraction, marketing, finance, and human resources, collectively driving economic growth and investment in Greater Kansas City.

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