Kansas Department of Commerce

Kansas has hit a monumental milestone. Since 2019, the Sunflower State has attracted more than $20 billion in committed private sector investment. This achievement resulted in the commitments to create or retain nearly 70,000 jobs. Our story of success is far from over. Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/4fBoPNx

We are hiring for a Program Consultant within our Office of Minority & Women Business Development. This is a highly visible position that works directly with minority- and women-owned businesses. From reviewing applications, assisting businesses, conducting workshops and more, this role is criuical in ensuring success of the office’s programs. Interested? Apply below! ✅ $50,000 ✅ Benefits eligible ✅ Family-friendly! https://lnkd.in/gkXJRZ-T

As we close out on another amazing year at Commerce, we want to take the time to recognize all the amazing public servants who make our work possible. Across every region of Kansas, our staff makes it possible for us to make the Sunflower State the best place to work, live and play. Thank you for everything you do.

Each grant we offer represents the dedication to our great state, communities and people. Through business development, rural revitalization, murals and more, we are on a mission to make Kansas the best place to live, work and play. Learn more about these opportunities through our Grants Guide: https://bit.ly/3L6kYdq

We’re looking for two full-time attorneys to join our legal team! Responsibilities include but are not limited to: reviewing inquiries and contracts agency-wide, research, evaluating communication/policies and more! Ready to join a winning team? Apply below. Attorney (214250) ✅ $85,000 - $95,000 ✅ Benefits eligible ✅ Family-friendly! Attorney (214629) ✅ $60,000 - $85,000 ✅ Benefits eligible ✅ Family-friendly! ➡️ https://bit.ly/3Fr5iz1

Congratulations to Independence on certifying 129 more acres at the Independence Airport Industrial Park! These newly certified acres join 226 acres in the northwest and 218 acres in the southwest that have already completed the rigorous due diligence process of getting certified. Want to learn more about these properties? Links below! NW site: https://bit.ly/42WP4Iq SW site: https://bit.ly/3IgW4GT S site: https://bit.ly/3VLO2gl

We are hiring an Administrative Officer for our Topeka location! This position will work primarily in our business development division, but will assist our marketing and communications team, too! This role will help keep things running smoothly through tasks such as maintaining files, processing paperwork, managing schedules and more. Interested in joining our team? Apply below! ✅ $22.00/hr - $26.91/hr ✅ Benefits eligible ✅ Family friendly! Apply: https://bit.ly/3Fr5iz1

What happens when 87 small business-focused organizations — including 69 Kansas-based entities representing all 105 counties— come together to build connections and strengthen Kansas' small business ecosystem? At the Mastercard Strive USA Summit in Lawrence, Kansas, we witnessed the transformative power of this type of collaboration firsthand. Leaders from across the state tackled two big questions: 1️⃣ How can Kansas’ small business stakeholders build a more connected, cohesive ecosystem? 2️⃣ What best practices from other regions can be applied in Kansas? From showcasing innovative tools to fostering unexpected partnerships, the energy was stirring. Amber Sellers, MPA, a Lawrence City Commissioner, said it best: “Small businesses are the heart of every community — and we need to do everything we can to support them.” Read more about the Kansas convening here: https://bit.ly/3ZI4XRS #InclusiveGrowth #FinancialInclusion

Last Friday was all about highlighting Kansas’ global connections and what our great state has to offer to the world. From the Ambassador of the African Union to the U.S. and Consul Generals representing nine countries, they all had the opportunity to learn about the economic powerhouse that is the Sunflower State.

A landmark visit to the Sunflower State last week from Ambassador to the U.S. Hilda Suka-Mafudze of the African Union. Last year, Kansas exports to Africa grew 44% compared to 2022. Strengthening the Kansas-Africa partnership is crucial, and after this visit, we’re looking forward to making it even stronger.