Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.6.2, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site.

# KC Rising

Achieve Regional Prosperity Together

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://kcrising.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [Growing Access to Capital](https://kcrising.com/growing-access-to-capital/) - One of the effects of the COVID 19 pandemic is the KC Chamber’s Access to Capital initiative. Though improvements were made in the second round of funding, the first round of Paycheck Protection Program funding starkly illustrated the difficulties minority-owned businesses face in getting financing for their companies: of the 4,677 Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
- [Innovation Fest: Celebrating Breakthroughs in Science!](https://kcrising.com/innovation-fest-celebrating-breakthroughs-in-science/) - Are you a fan of innovation, science, and technology? Are you looking for an opportunity to immerse yourself in the region's ecosystem and network with top innovators and scientists? Then, don't miss the 2023 Innovation Fest! The festival is a three-day conference showcasing the latest technologies, advancements, and discoveries in science and innovation. This event
- [Hearts Celebrate Art: 2023 Parade of Hearts](https://kcrising.com/art-meets-heart-parade-of-hearts-2023/) - Parade of Hearts in Kansas City is a public art experience that celebrates art, culture and diversity by uniting communities while supporting nonprofits. The event features beautifully designed hearts by local artists placed throughout the Kansas City region. The Parade of Hearts is built on five pillars: Arts & Culture, Health & Wellness, Education, Minority
- [Education Resources Pave Way to Inclusive Prosperity](https://kcrising.com/education-resources-pave-way-to-inclusive-prosperity/) - Over 5,310 scholars in the KC Scholars program said they would not have attended college if they did not receive a scholarship. This access to resources and funding for education is vital to Kansas City’s inclusive prosperity because it leads to higher employment rates for in-demand roles. You can help with this critical mission by
- [Kansas City's Future Global Biologics Hub to be Built on a Foundation of Cooperation](https://kcrising.com/mit-reap-kc-2-2/) - “No one is in charge of entrepreneurship.” – this quote, attributed to Professor Scott Stern in a May 16th blog, became the motto for faculty facilitating the MIT REAP Cohort 9. With no single party in charge, the government, existing corporations, entrepreneurs, venture capital and universities have a vital role. They cooperated, supported each other, and were willing to let everyone (and no one) be in charge.
- [Connectivity and Digital Equity Report](https://kcrising.com/connectivityanddigitalequity/) - Access to the internet has become a fundamental asset that all Kansas City area households require in achieving economic prosperity. A recent study by KC Rising highlighted the increased importance for all households to have a reliable, affordable connection and computer devices for access to education, employment and health. The COVID-19 pandemic made this need more urgent, with over 100,000 area households currently without broadband subscriptions and computer devices to enable these meaningful uses. While many neighborhoods and communities show high numbers of households with internet subscriptions and devices, many urban core neighborhoods, small outlying communities, and rural areas lack such access.
- [Project LEAD to Move the Needle on Systemic Racism in the Workplace](https://kcrising.com/projectlead/) - “What can the business community do?” That was the question the KC Chamber Board of Directors asked in response to the calls for social justice stemming from the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis. The Board’s African American members met and determined five areas of focus: education, employment, access to capital, law enforcement reform, and professional development. Subcommittees were formed for Board members to work on each of those issues.
- [Project LEAD to Move the Needle on Systemic Racism in the Workplace #2](https://kcrising.com/projectlead-2/) - “What can the business community do?” That was the question the KC Chamber Board of Directors asked in response to the calls for social justice stemming from the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis. The Board’s African American members met and determined five areas of focus: education, employment, access to capital, law enforcement reform, and professional development. Subcommittees were formed for Board members to work on each of those issues.
- [Kansas City To Create Global Biologics Hub As Part Of Acceptance To Prestigious MIT Entrepreneurship Acceleration Program](https://kcrising.com/mit-reap-kc-2/) - (Kansas City, MO – May 16, 2022) – Building on prior life science success in human and animal health, Kansas City is creating the most inclusive biologics hub for the development, production and distribution of biologics as part of its acceptance to the MIT Regional Entrepreneurship Acceleration Program (MIT REAP). Kansas City was selected as part of the Heartland Civic Collaborative, working with Des Moines, Omaha, and St. Louis to be a global life science destination.
- [Together we are Making a Shared Vision Reality](https://kcrising.com/together-we-are-making-a-shared-vision-reality/) - Led by the Downtown Council (DTC), business, civic, and neighborhood leaders joined together over the last two years to imagine the future of greater Downtown Kansas City. With the guidance of the steering committee chair, Warren Erdman, Kansas City Southern, the planning process attracted both long-time stakeholders and emerging voices across greater Downtown to work together.
- [Growing the Region through a Focus on Downtown](https://kcrising.com/growing-the-region-through-a-focus-on-downtown/) - Led by the Downtown Council (DTC), business, civic, and neighborhood leaders joined together over the last two years to imagine the future of greater Downtown Kansas City. With the guidance of the steering committee chair, Warren Erdman, Kansas City Southern, the planning process attracted both long-time stakeholders and emerging voices across greater Downtown to work together.
- [Building the Capital Infrastructure](https://kcrising.com/building-the-capital-infrastructure/) - Small businesses and their employees are the fabric of our community – they’re our friends and neighbors, and the focus at AltCap. When the pandemic and early talks of economic shutdowns threatened the livelihoods of our small business owners and entrepreneurs, Alt-Cap stepped in.
- [Prosper Through Social Capital and Connections](https://kcrising.com/prosper-through-social-capital-and-connections/) - We have an opportunity to make KC a place people want to come and stay.
- [Metrics are our Rallying Cry](https://kcrising.com/metrics-are-our-rallying-cry/) - KC Rising measures the progress of the Greater Kansas City metro in comparison to other metros of similar size who are doing better than we are – aspirational benchmark metros. As we improve overtime, moving up and to the right, then KC is rising.
- [HeART Brings Us Together](https://kcrising.com/heart-brings-us-together/) - There’s something majestic about outdoor art. Against landscapes or cityscapes, sculpture can take on an entirely new life. It is used to commemorate, celebrate, remember, unite, engage, and define the outdoor space it occupies. Al fresco, art is at its most accessible.
- [Horizon 2021](https://kcrising.com/horizon-2021/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_padding=”0px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” min_height=”1531.8px” custom_padding=”|||0px||”]Wow – the excitement from Horizon 2021 is still in the air! When asked to use a single word to describe the Shared Vision, participants told us they feel: Inspired.
- [Expand Social Capital and Connections](https://kcrising.com/invest-through-social-capital-and-connections/) - The Working for Youth initiative was a featured effort that provides summer work experiences to youth, ages 14 to 18, who live east of Troost Avenue. This effort was supported by 33 community partners and led by a coalition of three nonprofits (Hire KC, Entrepreneurship KC and KC Common Good). The experience focused on building students’ work experience and expanding their professional networks, helping to set them up for success in pursuing career opportunities.
- [Connect with the Shared Vision](https://kcrising.com/align-with-kcrising-shared-vision/) - You are invited to join the movement! You can download a Pillar badge (or multiple pillar badges) and add it to your organization’s materials or website. This guide will walk you through how to use the downloadable badges as well as an aligned KC Rising logo.
- [Invest in the Next Generation](https://kcrising.com/invest-in-the-next-generation/) - KC Scholars is recruiting individuals from a variety of backgrounds to spend approximately 20 hours reviewing scholarship applications mid-March to early April. KC Scholars will need more than 200 community members to review essays and recommendations. This is a great way to become part of a movement in KC to help more Kansas Citians go to and complete college.
- [KC is Leading in the Recovery](https://kcrising.com/kc-is-leading-in-the-recovery/) - By the 3rd quarter of 2013, half of all United States metro areas had recovered all the jobs lost during the Great Recession (Prosperity at a Crossroads.) When compared to cities of similar size, KC was one of only four metro areas in its peer group still in the red in terms of post-recession employment.
- [What is Industry 4.0?](https://kcrising.com/what-is-industry-4-0/) - We are in the 4th Industrial Revolution – or Industry 4.0. In 2016, the World Economic Forum predicted that in 10 to 15 years automation, robotics, and machine learning would have completely transformed manufacturing and many other industries.
- [Identify Where the Puck is Going](https://kcrising.com/identify-where-the-puck-is-going/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_padding=”0px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”|||3px||” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]At Horizon 2021, we announced Biologics as a next sector strategy for KC Rising. A next sector is an emerging industry for the KC region and has growth potential in global markets. To identify where
- [What’s Next? KC Global Design is leading the way.](https://kcrising.com/whats-next-kc-global-design-is-leading-the-way/) - KC Global Design is a collective of leading design firms based in the Kansas City region. Home to more than 500 architecture, engineering, and construction firms, including some of the most significant firms in the building industry, Kansas City truly is the world champion of design. KC Global Design focuses in on three primary areas – awareness, talent, and innovation – to promote this message. KC Global Design was an initial effort of #KCRising to elevate traded sectors where KC is competitive in the global marketplace.
- [Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Kansas City Metropolitan Economy](https://kcrising.com/pandemic-impact-on-kansas-city-economy/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” disabled=”on”][/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _dynamic_attributes=”content” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ custom_padding=”10px|||||” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] The KC Rising Data and Analytics
- [Playing to Our Strengths in Traded Sectors](https://kcrising.com/playing-to-our-strengths-in-traded-sectors/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_padding=”0px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”|||3px||” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]Innovation is a key factor to a growing economy, and there are a variety of ways to measure its impact. From investment of venture capital and number
- [Benchmark Metros](https://kcrising.com/2972-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_padding=”0px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”|||3px||”] How do we really know if the Kansas City metro is advancing economically? We measure it. KC Rising created the Horizon Goals metrics framework to measure the economic progress of our
- [#SafeReturnKC Shares Insight on Childcare & Mental Health Support for Employees](https://kcrising.com/safereturnkc-shares-insight-on-childcare-mental-health-support-for-employees/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_padding=”0px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] The #SafeReturnKC webinar series, hosted by several civic and community leader groups across the KC region, continued on April 22 with Return to Workplace: Childcare & Mental Health Support for Employees. This session focused the challenges parents have related to
- [Horizon Goals](https://kcrising.com/horizon-goals/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_padding=”0px|||||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] According to respondents of a recent evaluation, KC Rising is in a unique position to: Point out opportunities and areas for improvement. Start important, community-wide conversations in the region. Establish benchmarks.
- [DeBruce Foundation Essential Skills Report](https://kcrising.com/debruce-foundation-essential-skills-report/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] In 2016, KC Rising released the Common Sector Competencies report, clarifying the skills valued by employers to help teachers and school districts align teaching and learning with the demands of the workplace.
- [Prosperity at a Crossroads](https://kcrising.com/prosperity-at-a-crossroads/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” disabled=”on”][/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _dynamic_attributes=”content” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] This research study conducted by Brookings Metropolitan Policy Program
- [Talent-to-Industry Exchange (TIE)](https://kcrising.com/talent-to-industry-exchange-tie/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ disabled=”on” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _dynamic_attributes=”content” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] The Talent-to-Industry Exchange (TIE) concept
- [Kansas City Innovation District Study](https://kcrising.com/kansas-city-innovation-district-study/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ disabled=”on” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _dynamic_attributes=”content” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] Innovation districts are campuses that seek to bring together
- [Experiential Learning Landscape Analysis](https://kcrising.com/experiential-learning-landscape-analysis/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _dynamic_attributes=”content” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] This report was commissioned by the KC Chamber, Civic Council, Mid-America Regional Council, Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, and KC
- [Mid America Regional Council indicates improving job numbers](https://kcrising.com/marc-indicates-improving-job-numbers/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Frank Lenk, director of research at the Mid America Regional Council, recently spoke to KCUR about new employment data that indicates improved growth for the KC region. Read more. [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″
- [KC Rising makes local headlines](https://kcrising.com/kc-rising-makes-local-headlines-in-kansas-city/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” custom_padding=”||54px|||” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] KC Rising has appeared in a variety of news articles and editorial columns highlighting regional efforts to stimulate job growth in the KC region. Review top headlines that have appeared
- [Kansas City region responds, launches “KC Rising” to strengthen regional economy](https://kcrising.com/kansas-city-region-responds-kc-rising-to-strengthen-regional-economy/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Announced today, the Kansas City region’s business, civic and government leaders are launching KC Rising, a new effort that will: Build capacity to bring existing businesses to greater scale Synchronize and
- [Kansas City joins Global Cities Exchange Program](https://kcrising.com/kc-joins-global-cities-exchange-program/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] KC Rising was very proud to participate in the announcement that Kansas City has been named to the Global Cities Exchange program sponsored by the The Brookings Institution and JPMorgan Chase.
- [Community embraces KC Rising effort](https://kcrising.com/community-embraces-kc-rising-effort/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Since the launch of KC Rising on Nov. 11, 2014 business and civic leaders have been busy laying important groundwork to establish measurable goals and benchmarks for success. A Steering Committee
- [KC Rising Establishes Work Group Leadership](https://kcrising.com/kc-rising-establishes-work-group-leadership/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] KC Rising has announced leadership and work teams established to address three critical areas of regional economic opportunity: Trade, Ideas and People. Since November, more than 100 business and civic leaders
- [KC Rising in the News](https://kcrising.com/kc-rising-in-the-news-2015/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] KC Rising and its leaders continue to appear in local news articles highlighting regional efforts to stimulate the economy. The following articles showcase recent examples of the advancements being made to
- [Peer City Case Study: Phoenix is moving forward with ‘Velocity’](https://kcrising.com/peer-city-case-study-phoenix-is-moving-forward-with-velocity/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Like many other metros, Phoenix was hit hard by the Great Recession. As the region recovers, business and community leaders made a choice: instead of continuing a consumption-based economic model that
- [Analytics Update: Educational asset inventory helps identify metro strengths, gaps](https://kcrising.com/analytics-update-educational-asset-inventory-help-identify-metro-strengths-gaps/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] As a partner in Lumina Foundation’s Community Partnership for Attainment program, the Kansas City region has access to technical assistance from national experts on post-secondary attainment. With support from Lumina, the
- [KC Rising Voices | October 2015](https://kcrising.com/kc-rising-voices-october-2015/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Volunteers are the brain and backbone of KC Rising. Hear from Davyeon Ross, Innovation and Entrepreneurship co-chair, and co-founder and COO of ShotTracker, on why he believes in KC Rising and
- [Innovation & Entrepreneurship Update](https://kcrising.com/innovation-and-entrepreneurship-update/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] The Innovation & Entrepreneurship Work Group has created teams focused on investor relationships, innovation, entrepreneurship, data and culture with the primary goal of enhancing KC’s culture for innovative thinking. Chairs Darcy
- [Human Capital Update](https://kcrising.com/human-capital-update/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] The Human Capital Work Group has recently received presentations on three key pieces of research necessary to inform the group’s ongoing planning and focus: Regional higher education capacity research performed
- [Globally Competitive Sectors Update](https://kcrising.com/globally-competitive-sectors-update/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] The Globally Competitive Sectors Work Group is taking a strategic approach to market research to inform the development of its action plan. Facilitated Sector Leader Discussion Groups and Individual Interviews: KC
- [KC Rising Co-Chairs Focus on Big Dot Goals](https://kcrising.com/kc-rising-co-chairs-focus-on-big-dot-goals/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] With so much great, focused work going on by a truly unprecedented passionate group of volunteers from KC’s regional business community, it only makes sense to have a regular tool to
- [A Fearless KC Rises to Global Standards](https://kcrising.com/a-fearless-kc-rises-to-global-standards/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] The following byline is from Ron LeMay, CEO of FarmLink and managing director and co-founder, Open Air Equity Partners. Ron is also co-chair of the KC Rising Innovation and Entrepreneurship Work Group. This byline originally appeared
- [KC Rising Co-Chairs look ahead to One Year Update](https://kcrising.com/kc-rising-co-chairs-look-ahead-to-one-year-update/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] On Feburary 29, the KC Rising team will host an event for the regional media, business and civic community to provide an update on the effort to develop a comprehensive long-range
- [January 2016 Globally Competitive Sectors Work Group Update](https://kcrising.com/january-2016-globally-competitive-sectors-work-group-update/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] With targeted industry sectors identified, work turns to ownership and structure. With several initiatives targeted and two industry sectors identified (Design+Construct and Life Sciences Nexus) as specific focus areas for KC
- [January 2016 Human Capital Work Group Update](https://kcrising.com/january-2016-human-capital-work-group-update/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Task force research leads to variety of recommendations and emerging strategies. The Human Capital Work Group and its six task forces have identified several existing efforts and emerging strategies that it
- [January 2016 Innovation and Entrepreneurship Work Group Update](https://kcrising.com/january-2016-innovation-and-entrepreneurship-work-group-update/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Work has centered on the critical elements of capital, culture and commercialization The Innovation & Entrepreneurship Work Group has identified strategies that touch three areas on the path to improving the
- [January 2016 KC Rising Voices](https://kcrising.com/january-2016-kc-rising-voices/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Volunteers are the brain and backbone of KC Rising. Read below for insights from Sandy Price, senior vice president of human resources for Sprint, on why she believes in KC Rising
- [Analytics Update: A balanced scorecard for measuring outcomes](https://kcrising.com/analytics-update-a-balanced-scorecard-for-measuring-outcomes/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Since its inception, KC Rising has promised a focus on measurable outcomes. We want more than just ideas and talk about our regional economy — we want proof that we’re making
- [Peer City Case Study: Philadelphia focuses on “Comebackers” to grow its human capital](https://kcrising.com/peer-city-case-study-philadelphia-focuses-on-comebackers-to-grow-its-human-capital/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Ten years ago, the city of Philadelphia took a close look at its employment needs and found an untapped source of human capital potential — some 70,000 adult residents who had
- [KC Rising in the News](https://kcrising.com/kc-rising-in-the-news/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] KC Rising and its leaders continue to appear in local news articles highlighting regional efforts to stimulate the economy. The following articles showcase recent examples of the advancements being made to
- [KC Rising is Data Driven](https://kcrising.com/kc-rising-is-data-driven/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] Since its inception, KC Rising has promised to focus on measurable outcomes. Learn more about the research data that has informed much of the analysis and decision-making throughout the KC Rising process by
- [KC Rising Year One Update Makes Headlines](https://kcrising.com/kc-rising-year-one-update-makes-headlines/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] On February 29, 2016, KC Rising provided its first public update on the progress of the planning, research, analysis and initial strategies supporting a regional business plan for the KC region.
- [KC STEM Leadership Share Learnings from DC Workshop](https://kcrising.com/kc-stem-leadership-share-learnings-from-dc-workshop/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] KC Rising’s Human Capital Work Group is looking into ways that it can support local STEM education efforts. Several leaders from the Kansas City area’s STEM education leadership community were recently
- [KCRise Fund Announces Initial Fund Closing of $10 Million](https://kcrising.com/kcrise-fund-announces-initial-fund-closing-of-10-million/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] The KCRise Fund, a new sidecar fund with the mission of encouraging early stage investment in Kansas City-based entrepreneurs, announced today that it has closed on an initial $10 million in
- [KC Rising Co-Chairs Check In Six Months Following Year One Update](https://kcrising.com/kc-rising-co-chairs-check-in-six-months-following-year-one-update/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] It has now been six months since our Year One Update and we continue to be inspired and impressed by the amount of activity, progress and work being done to support
- [Industry Focused Growth Initiatives Take Shape, Build Leadership Teams](https://kcrising.com/industry-focused-growth-initiatives-take-shape-build-leadership-teams/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] The KC Design + Construct Task Force has begun to meet regularly and is on an accelerated path toward a global brand and positioning campaign for KC’s design, construction, architecture and
- [Human Capital Oversight Committee Moves Key Initiatives into Implementation](https://kcrising.com/human-capital-oversight-committee-moves-key-initiatives-into-implementation/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] The Human Capital Oversight Committee continues to stay very busy and productive, honing its focus on Alignment – education, job opportunities and people; Attraction – new and retained talent; and Access
- [KC Rising in the News | September 2016](https://kcrising.com/kc-rising-in-the-news-september-2016/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] C Rising’s leaders continue to appear in local and national news outlets highlighting efforts to stimulate the region’s economy. The following articles showcase examples of the recent advancements being made to
- [KC Rising Voices | Tim Triplett, Black & Veatch](https://kcrising.com/kc-rising-voices-tim-triplett-black-and-veatch/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Volunteers are the brain and backbone of KC Rising. President of Legal, Risk Management and Government Affairs at Black & Veatch, Tim Triplett, believes in KC Rising and shares several thoughts
- [Peer City Case Study: Aligning Workforce Supply with Demand in Nashville](https://kcrising.com/peer-city-case-study-aligning-workforce-supply-with-demand-in-nashville/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Since its formation in 2013, the Middle Tennessee Regional Workforce Alliance has focused on balancing the talent needs of employers with the availability of a skilled workforce. The Alliance — a
- [From KC Rise Fund to the Innovation Hub, I&E picking up steam](https://kcrising.com/from-kc-rise-fund-to-the-innovation-hub-ie-picking-up-steam/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] KCRise Fund – The new sidecar fund for early stage investment opportunities has been working diligently throughout the summer to build its list of committed investors as well as reaching out
- [KC’s Strength in Engineering Drives the Design + Construct Industry Cluster](https://kcrising.com/kcs-strength-in-engineering-drives-the-design-construct-industry-cluster/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] One of KC Rising’s key strategies for regional prosperity is focusing on growth in the industries where we already excel — those that bring new money into our region by selling
- [KCRise Fund Announces First Investments](https://kcrising.com/kcrise-fund-announces-first-investments/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] The KCRise Fund announced today that it has selected two KC area companies, SpiderOak and Innara Health, for the fund’s first investments. “SpiderOak and Innara Health got our attention early on
- [KCRise Fund Announces Investment in Two More KC Companies](https://kcrising.com/kcrise-fund-announces-investment-in-two-more-kc-companies/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] The KCRise Fund, a venture capital sidecar fund with the mission of encouraging early stage investment in Kansas City-based companies, announced today that it has selected two KC area firms, PEQ
- [Sprint Accelerator Announces New Areas of Focus, Partners](https://kcrising.com/sprint-accelerator-announces-new-areas-of-focus-partners/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] A focus area of the KC Rising Innovation and Entrepreneurship Work Group is building a network of innovation hubs, particularly those that bring large corporations together with the entrepreneurial community. A
- [KCRise Fund Adds blooom to its Portfolio of KC Entrepreneurial Companies](https://kcrising.com/kcrise-fund-adds-blooom-to-its-portfolio-of-kc-entrepreneurial-companies/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] The KCRise Fund joined blooom in announcing that the financial start-up would become the fifth company in the KCRise Fund portfolio. Darcy Howe, KCRise Fund manager, said, “Early in blooom’s funding
- [KC Rising Announces New Steering Committee Leadership](https://kcrising.com/kc-rising-announces-new-steering-committee-leadership/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Founding chairs Smith and Girod depart, celebrate progress and early impact of KC Rising efforts. The KC Rising Steering Committee announced today that John Murphy, Sandy Price and William Gautreaux will
- [KC Rising Celebrates Progress and Impact in Year Two](https://kcrising.com/kc-rising-celebrates-progress-and-impact-in-year-two/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] KC Rising, the Kansas City Region’s long-term vision to build capacity, bring existing businesses to scale and fully realize the KC region’s economic potential, welcomed 450 area business and civic leaders
- [Year Two Update Makes Headlines in KC](https://kcrising.com/year-two-update-makes-headlines-in-kc/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Nearly 450 KC area business, civic and academic leaders attended the KC Rising Year Two Update on Tuesday, Feb. 28 at the 1900 Building on State Line Road. The event captured
- [KCRise Fund Portfolio Company, Pepper IoT, Closes $8.5 Million in Series B Funding](https://kcrising.com/kcrise-fund-portfolio-company-pepper-iot-closes-85-million-in-series-b-funding/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Pepper, the IoT platform and service provider, today announced a Series B investment round of $8.5 million from Leawood Ventures, the KCRise Fund, and Royal Street Ventures, joining current investors OpenAir
- [KC Degrees celebrates first graduate to earn a college degree](https://kcrising.com/kc-degrees-celebrates-first-graduate-to-earn-a-college-degree/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Initiative helps adults in Greater Kansas City return to college and obtain higher levels of post-secondary education. KC Degrees, an initiative designed to help adult students in the Kansas City region
- [KCRise Fund Invests in Five Additional Companies](https://kcrising.com/kcrise-fund-invests-in-five-additional-companies/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] The KCRise Fund, a venture capital sidecar fund with the mission of encouraging early stage investment in Kansas City-based companies, announced today that it has selected five companies in the Kansas
- [KC Global Design Innovation from JE Dunn](https://kcrising.com/kc-global-design-innovation-from-je-dunn/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] KC Global Design partner, JE Dunn, recently launched a tech firm that is generating a lot of buzz around its smart buildings platform. “Site 1001 — a technology spin out from
- [KC Global Design Chair Hits it Out of the Park in Tacoma](https://kcrising.com/kc-global-design-chair-hits-it-out-of-the-park-in-tacoma/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] KC Global Design Chair, David Bower was recently profiled following his work on the Tacoma, Washington’s Cheney Stadium. Bower’s firm, Populous, is a global powerhouse when it comes to sports architecture.
- [KC Company announces $1.5M raise and rebranding](https://kcrising.com/kc-company-announces-15m-raise-and-rebranding/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] CasaiQ, a digital amenity platform for apartments announces corporate name change to Zego. Read more. [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column
- [KC Soars above U.S. average in job sector growth](https://kcrising.com/kc-soars-above-us-average-in-job-sector-growth/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Kansas City ranks 34th in national rankings after adding 80.4K private-sector jobs since great recession. Read more. [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row
- [Support the KC Rising Mission, Three Important Ways](https://kcrising.com/support-the-kc-rising-mission-three-important-ways/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] At the KC Rising Year Three Update, three important action items were offered for the KC region’s business, civic, political and academic leaders. To meet our aggressive goals we must act
- [KC Rising Year 3 Update – Regional News Coverage](https://kcrising.com/kc-rising-year-3-update-regional-news-coverage/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] KC Rising, our region’s long-term vision for economic growth, held its Year 3 Update February 27 at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. KC area media covered the event and new metrics
- [KU chancellor: Education, local business cooperation key to future of KC workforce](https://kcrising.com/ku-chancellor-education-local-business-cooperation-key-to-future-of-kc-workforce/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] In recent years, Kansas City has strengthened its status among the nation’s dynamic metropolitan economies. But regional growth is hampered by the lack of a sufficient workforce to meet the needs
- [Three Ways to Support the Greater KC Rising Mission](https://kcrising.com/three-ways-to-support-the-greater-kc-rising-mission/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] At the KC Rising annual update, Horizon 2019, three important action items were offered for the KC region’s business, civic, political and academic leaders. To meet our aggressive goals we must act
- [KC Rising Talks Unique Concentration of Talent with Grill Nation](https://kcrising.com/kc-rising-talks-unique-concentration-of-talent-with-grill-nation/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Tune in to the Grill Nation Show Saturday, April 27th at 4 p.m. CST/5 p.m. EST/ 2 p.m. PST on 980 AM. KC Rising vice president and director Sheri Gonzales, Shook,
- [Economic Recovery](https://kcrising.com/economic-recovery/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] From 2015-2019, the cumulative job-creating impact of small business was roughly 75,000 jobs, accounting for 57 percent of all new jobs and about 7 percent of the total employment in the Kansas City
- [Economic Crisis](https://kcrising.com/economic-crisis/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] The current economic crisis has affected everyone. However, there has been uneven or disparate impact where some populations have been harder hit: Latinos were hardest hit by the economic shutdown initially, then saw
- [KC Rising Talks Unique Concentration of Talent with Grill Nation](https://kcrising.com/kc-rising-talks-with-grill-nation/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, a new community-backed $5 million small business relief loan fund was launched today by AltCap, supported by the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce (KC Chamber), the
- [8Qs with a Silicon Prairie Founder: Darcy Howe](https://kcrising.com/8qs-with-silicon-prairie-founder-darcy-howe/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]Hear from Darcy A. Howe, Managing Director, KC Rise Fund and Co-Chair of the KC Rising Ideas Work Group on how she helps business and civic leaders figure out how to grow

## Pages

- [KC Rising Home](https://kcrising.com/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_image=”https://kcrising.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/hero-image.jpg” background_position=”bottom_center” custom_padding=”||24%||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ use_custom_gutter=”on” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width_tablet=”” width_phone=”90%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”-3%||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”-5%||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width_tablet=”” width_phone=”85%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” module_alignment_tablet=”” module_alignment_phone=”center” module_alignment_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”] A Shared Vision
- [Pillars](https://kcrising.com/pillars/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://kcrising.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Pillars_hero.jpg” custom_padding=”||17.9%||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”20%||0px||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”] Prosperity for All [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”-2%||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://kcrising.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Metrics_line.png” title_text=”Metrics_line” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” transform_translate=”-90px|0px” transform_translate_linked=”off” custom_margin=”7%|||-150%|false|false” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”left” animation_intensity_slide=”20%”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″
- [Neighborhoods](https://kcrising.com/pillars/neighborhoods/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f2f2f2″ background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”||7.5%||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”] Neighborhoods [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”-2%||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://kcrising.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/neighborhoods.png” title_text=”neighborhoods” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” transform_translate=”-170px|0px” transform_translate_linked=”off” custom_margin=”7%|||-150%|false|false” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”left”
- [Industry](https://kcrising.com/pillars/industry/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f2f2f2″ background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”||7.5%||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”] Industry [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”-2%||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://kcrising.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/industry.png” title_text=”industry” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” transform_translate=”-170px|0px” transform_translate_linked=”off” custom_margin=”7%|||-150%|false|false” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”left”
- [Enterprise](https://kcrising.com/pillars/enterprise/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f2f2f2″ background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”||7.5%||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”] Enterprise [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”-2%||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://kcrising.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Metrics_line.png” title_text=”Metrics_line” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” transform_translate=”-170px|0px” transform_translate_linked=”off” custom_margin=”7%|||-150%|false|false” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”left”
- [Inclusion](https://kcrising.com/pillars/inclusion/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f2f2f2″ background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”||7.5%||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”] Inclusion [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”-2%||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://kcrising.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/inclusion.png” title_text=”inclusion” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” transform_translate=”-170px|0px” transform_translate_linked=”off” custom_margin=”7%|||-150%|false|false” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”left”
- [Education](https://kcrising.com/pillars/education/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f2f2f2″ background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”||7.5%||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”] Education [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”-2%||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://kcrising.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Education.png” title_text=”Education” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” transform_translate=”-170px|0px” transform_translate_linked=”off” custom_margin=”7%|||-150%|false|false” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”left”
- [Culture](https://kcrising.com/pillars/culture/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f2f2f2″ background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”||7.5%||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”] Culture [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”-2%||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://kcrising.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/culture.png” title_text=”culture” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” transform_translate=”-170px|0px” transform_translate_linked=”off” custom_margin=”7%|||-150%|false|false” custom_padding=”2px|||||” animation_style=”slide”
- [Connectivity](https://kcrising.com/pillars/connectivity/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f2f2f2″ background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”||7.5%||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”] Connectivity [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”-2%||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://kcrising.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Connectivity.png” title_text=”Connectivity” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” transform_translate=”-170px|0px” transform_translate_linked=”off” custom_margin=”7%|||-150%|false|false” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”left”
- [Privacy Policy](https://kcrising.com/privacy-policy/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″ da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Who We Are Our website address is: https://kcrising.com What personal data we collect and why we collect it Comments When visitors leave comments

## Projects

- [Culture](https://kcrising.com/project/culture/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f2f2f2″ background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”||7.5%||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”] Culture [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”-2%||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://kcrising.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/culture.png” title_text=”culture” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” transform_translate=”-170px|0px” transform_translate_linked=”off” custom_margin=”7%|||-150%|false|false” custom_padding=”2px|||||” animation_style=”slide”
- [Education](https://kcrising.com/project/education/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f2f2f2″ background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”||7.5%||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”] Education [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”-2%||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://kcrising.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Education.png” title_text=”Education” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” transform_translate=”-170px|0px” transform_translate_linked=”off” custom_margin=”7%|||-150%|false|false” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”left”
- [Inclusion](https://kcrising.com/project/inclusion/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f2f2f2″ background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”||7.5%||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”] Inclusion [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”-2%||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://kcrising.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/inclusion.png” title_text=”inclusion” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” transform_translate=”-170px|0px” transform_translate_linked=”off” custom_margin=”7%|||-150%|false|false” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”left”
- [Industry](https://kcrising.com/project/industry/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f2f2f2″ background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”||7.5%||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”] Industry [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”-2%||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://kcrising.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/industry.png” title_text=”industry” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” transform_translate=”-170px|0px” transform_translate_linked=”off” custom_margin=”7%|||-150%|false|false” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”left”
- [Enterprise](https://kcrising.com/project/enterprise/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f2f2f2″ background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”||7.5%||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”] Enterprise [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”-2%||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://kcrising.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Metrics_line.png” title_text=”Metrics_line” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” transform_translate=”-170px|0px” transform_translate_linked=”off” custom_margin=”7%|||-150%|false|false” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”left”
- [Neighborhoods](https://kcrising.com/project/neighborhoods/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f2f2f2″ background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”||7.5%||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”] Neighborhoods [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”-2%||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://kcrising.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/neighborhoods.png” title_text=”neighborhoods” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” transform_translate=”-170px|0px” transform_translate_linked=”off” custom_margin=”7%|||-150%|false|false” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”left”
- [Connectivity](https://kcrising.com/project/connectivity/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f2f2f2″ background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”||7.5%||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”] Connectivity [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”-2%||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-10%||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://kcrising.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Connectivity.png” title_text=”Connectivity” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” transform_translate=”-170px|0px” transform_translate_linked=”off” custom_margin=”7%|||-150%|false|false” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”left”

## Resources

- [Metro Kansas City’s Traded Cluster Assets](https://kcrising.com/resources/metro-kansas-citys-traded-cluster-assets/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]Kansas City’s innovation landscape is a magnet for life sciences R&D, offering a unique convergence of expertise with potential beyond health applications. The region eyes a pioneering role in the global biologics market, backed by first-mover advantage possibilities. While rival regions focus on computing and data, Kansas City thrives
- [Connectivity and Digital Equity Report](https://kcrising.com/resources/view-the-connectivity-and-digital-equity-report-and-recommendations/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” custom_padding=”||0px|||” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]In 2016, KC Rising released the Common Sector Competencies report, clarifying the skills valued by employers to help teachers and school districts align teaching and learning with the demands of
- [Connectivity and Digital Equity Report](https://kcrising.com/resources/connectivity-and-digital-equity-report/) - Access to the internet has become a fundamental asset that all Kansas City area households require to achieve economic prosperity. A recent study by KC Rising highlighted the increased importance for all households to have a reliable, affordable connection and computer devices for access to education, employment and health. The COVID-19 pandemic made this need more urgent, with over 100,000 area households currently without broadband subscriptions and computer devices to enable these meaningful uses. While many neighborhoods and communities show high numbers of households with internet subscriptions and devices, many urban core neighborhoods, small outlying communities, and rural areas lack such access.
- [2022-2023 Shared Vision Strategic Priorities](https://kcrising.com/resources/2022-2023-shared-vision-strategic-priorities/) - Every year the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation conducts a survey to evaluate the quality of life for residents in the Kansas City region. After survey responses are collected, an analysis is conducted and shared with the community at large. The Mid – America Regional Council collaborated on the analysis in 2017 and created a dashboard for 2019 – 2020. For the 2021 survey, Kauffman partnered with Global Strategy Group and created the following dashboard. In addition, KC Rising worked collaboratively with Kauffman on producing an analysis comparing 2020 (pre-pandemic) to May 2021.
- [Kauffman Quality of Life Survey](https://kcrising.com/resources/quality-of-life/) - Every year the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation conducts a survey to evaluate the quality of life for residents in the Kansas City region. After survey responses are collected, an analysis is conducted and shared with the community at large. The Mid – America Regional Council collaborated on the analysis in 2017 and created a dashboard for 2019 – 2020. For the 2021 survey, Kauffman partnered with Global Strategy Group and created the following dashboard. In addition, KC Rising worked collaboratively with Kauffman on producing an analysis comparing 2020 (pre-pandemic) to May 2021.
- [Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Kansas City Metropolitan Economy](https://kcrising.com/resources/pandemic-impact-on-kansas-city-economy/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_module=”3515″ saved_tabs=”all” locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||0px|||”] The KC Rising Data and Analytics Resource Team has produced a forecast of the KC regional economy in
- [Kansas City Innovation District Study](https://kcrising.com/resources/kansas-city-innovation-district-study/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] Innovation districts are campuses that seek to bring together entrepreneurs, education institutions, students and corporations to spark unique collaborations that result in economic activity. Identified as a needed initiative
- [Experiential Learning Landscape Analysis](https://kcrising.com/resources/experiential-learning-landscape-analysis/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] This report was commissioned by the KC Chamber, Civic Council, Mid-America Regional Council, Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, and KC Rising in order to understand experiential learning opportunities in
- [Prosperity at a Crossroads](https://kcrising.com/resources/prosperity-at-a-crossroads/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] This research study conducted by Brookings Metropolitan Policy Program and Mid America Regional Council (MARC) was the source material for the creation of KC Rising in 2015. The report’s
- [Talent-to-Industry Exchange (TIE)](https://kcrising.com/resources/talent-to-industry-exchange-tie/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] The Talent-to-Industry Exchange (TIE) concept was introduced in 2016 as a KC Rising strategy to improve the labor supply in key industry sectors, growing the human capital necessary to
- [Harvard Implicit Bias Association Test](https://kcrising.com/resources/harvard-implicit-bias-association-test/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] View resource » [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_padding=”||0px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”] Other Resources [/et_pb_text][dpdfg_filtergrid custom_query=”related” related_taxonomies=”committee_onboarding” show_thumbnail=”off” use_overlay=”off” show_post_meta=”off” show_filters=”off” pagination_type=”button” items_width=”40%” cache_on_page=”on” items_width_tablet=”” items_width_phone=”” items_width_last_edited=”on|phone” disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.7.3″
- [Hiring Discrimination Against Black Americans Hasn't Declined in 25 Years​​​​​​​ | Harvard Business Review, 5 min.](https://kcrising.com/resources/hiring-discrimination-against-black-americans-hasnt-declined-in-25-years​​​​​​​-harvard-business-review-5-min/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]When it comes to Latinos, there is some evidence of a decline in discrimination over the past 25 years. Due to the small number of field experiments including Latinos, statistical tests
- [All Children - All Families: Creating LGBTQ Inclusive Workplaces - HRC Foundation](https://kcrising.com/resources/all-children-all-families-creating-lgbtq-inclusive-workplaces-hrc-foundation/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]The HRC Foundation – a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization – envisions a world where all LGBTQ people can participate fully in the systems that shape our daily lives. Through public education, research,
- [2019 Inclusiveness Index | Othering & Belonging Institute](https://kcrising.com/resources/2019-inclusiveness-index-othering-belonging-institute/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] The Othering & Belonging Institute’s Inclusiveness Index is one of the first indices that measures equity without regard for national wealth or economic conditions. One of the challenges
- [Chipping Away at Implicit Bias | Kirwan Institute, 10 min.](https://kcrising.com/resources/chipping-away-at-implicit-bias-kirwan-institute-10-min/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Structural discrimination has led to an unconscious association between blackness and poverty and neighborhood disinvestment. Discussion on what we can do to change the status quo. View resource » [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″
- [Implicit bias | Kirwan Institute](https://kcrising.com/resources/implicit-bias-kirwan-institute/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]This publication highlights key selections from the academic literature published in 2016 as it pertains to the domains of criminal justice, health and health care, employment, education, and housing. In addition
- [(Self Guided Tour) Dividing Lines: A History of Segregation in Kansas City](https://kcrising.com/resources/self-guided-tour-dividing-lines-a-history-of-segregation-in-kansas-city/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_module=”3515″ saved_tabs=”all” locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Journey through the history of segregation in the Kansas City metro, primarily through its real estate. The tour
- [Brené with Aiko Bethea on Inclusivity at Work: The Heart of Hard Conversations](https://kcrising.com/resources/brene-with-aiko-bethea-on-inclusivity-at-work-the-heart-of-hard-conversations/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_module=”3515″ saved_tabs=”all” locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _dynamic_attributes=”content” _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”18px”]@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9jYXRlZ29yaWVzIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsiYmVmb3JlIjoiIiwiYWZ0ZXIiOiIiLCJsaW5rX3RvX3Rlcm1fcGFnZSI6Im9uIiwic2VwYXJhdG9yIjoiIHwgIiwiY2F0ZWdvcnlfdHlwZSI6InJlc291cmNlX2NhdGVnb3J5In19@[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]In this episode, Brené Brown talks to colleague and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion expert, Aiko Bethea. They
- [From Separate to Equal:  The Creation of Truman Medical Centers](https://kcrising.com/resources/from-separate-to-equal-the-creation-of-truman-medical-centers/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]The story of Kansas City’s African-American healthcare pioneers and their efforts that led to the creation of black hospitals such as Douglass Hospital and General Hospital Number 2 and finally to
- [What is Systemic Racism? | 8-Part Video Series](https://kcrising.com/resources/what-is-systemic-racism-8-part-video-series/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Shows how racism shows up in our lives across institutions and society: Wealth Gap, Employment, Housing Discrimination, Government Surveillance, Incarceration, Drug Arrests, Immigration Arrests, Infant Mortality… yes, systemic racism is really
- [Asian Americans Breaking Ground | PBS 54 min.](https://kcrising.com/resources/asian-americans-breaking-ground-pbs-54-min-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]In an era of exclusion and U.S. empire, new immigrants arrive from China, India, Japan, the Philippines and beyond. Barred by anti-Asian laws they become America’s first “undocumented immigrants,” yet they
- [Breaking Through | PBS, 53 min.](https://kcrising.com/resources/breaking-through-pbs-53-min/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]At the turn of the new millennium, the national conversation turns to immigration, race, and economic disparity. As the U.S becomes more diverse, yet more divided, a new generation of Asian
- [Racism in Kansas City: A Short History](https://kcrising.com/resources/racism-in-kansas-city-a-short-history/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] Kansas Citians, like so many others across the nation, wonder, “Could it happen here?” The answer lies in this study of Kansas City’s darkest moments—slavery, the border war, the Civil
- [Nobody Wants to Talk About It: Race, Identity and the Difficulties in Forging Meaningful Conversations](https://kcrising.com/resources/nobody-wants-to-talk-about-it-race-identity-and-the-difficulties-in-forging-meaningful-conversations/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] For the past fifteen years, Michael Fosberg has performed an autobiographical one-man play at middle & high schools, colleges, corporations, government agencies and community organizations across the country.
- [White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism](https://kcrising.com/resources/white-fragility-why-its-so-hard-for-white-people-to-talk-about-racism/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] Robin DiAngelo deftly illuminates the phenomenon of white fragility and “allows us to understand racism as a practice not restricted to ‘bad people’ (Claudia Rankine). Referring to the defensive
- [What Works, Gender Equality by Design](https://kcrising.com/resources/what-works-gender-equality-by-design/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] Gender equality is a moral and a business imperative. But unconscious bias holds us back and de-biasing minds has proven to be difficult and expensive. Behavioral design offers a
- [Our Search for Belonging](https://kcrising.com/resources/our-search-for-belonging/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Drawing upon decades of leadership experience, Ross probes the depth of tribalism, examines the role of social media in exacerbating it, and offers tactics for how to combat it. Filled
- [Blindspot: Hidden Biases of Good People](https://kcrising.com/resources/blindspot-hidden-biases-of-good-people/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”0px|||||”] In Blindspot, Mahzarin Banaji and Anthony Greenwald explore hidden biases that we all carry from a lifetime of experiences with Blindspot approved social groups – age, gender, race, ethnicity,
- [The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table](https://kcrising.com/resources/the-memo/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] From microaggressions to the wage gap, The Memo empowers women of color with actionable advice on challenges and offers a clear path to success. Most business books provide a
- [The Women Business Collaborative](https://kcrising.com/resources/the-women-business-collaborative/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] The Women Business Collaborative is an alliance of business women’s organizations working together to achieve equal position, pay and power for all women in business. We are a
- [CEO Action](https://kcrising.com/resources/ceo-action/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]View resource » [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_padding=”||0px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”] Other Resources [/et_pb_text][dpdfg_filtergrid custom_query=”related” related_taxonomies=”committee_onboarding” show_thumbnail=”off” use_overlay=”off” show_post_meta=”off” show_filters=”off” pagination_type=”button” items_width=”40%” cache_on_page=”on” items_width_tablet=”” items_width_phone=”” items_width_last_edited=”on|phone” disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”
- [The Perception Institute](https://kcrising.com/resources/the-perception-institute/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Perception Institute is a consortium of researchers, advocates, and strategists who translate cutting edge mind science research on race, gender, ethnic, and other identities into solutions that reduce
- [Racial Equity Institute](https://kcrising.com/resources/racial-equity-institute/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” sticky_enabled=”0″] We are an alliance of trainers, organizers, and institutional leaders who have devoted ourselves to the work of creating racially equitable organizations and systems. We
- [The Othering and Belonging Institute](https://kcrising.com/resources/the-othering-and-belonging-institute/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] The Othering & Belonging Institute at UC Berkeley brings together researchers, organizers, stakeholders, communicators, and policymakers to identify and eliminate the barriers to an inclusive, just, and sustainable
- [Kirwan Institute](https://kcrising.com/resources/kirwan-institute/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.7.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] The Kirwan Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnicity is an interdisciplinary engaged research institute at The Ohio State University established in May 2003. It was named

## Categories

- [Enterprise](https://kcrising.com/category/enterprise/)
- [Industry](https://kcrising.com/category/industry/)
- [Inclusion](https://kcrising.com/category/inclusion/)
- [Connectivity](https://kcrising.com/category/connectivity/)
- [Culture](https://kcrising.com/category/culture/)
- [Neighborhoods](https://kcrising.com/category/neighborhoods/)
- [Education](https://kcrising.com/category/education/)
- [COVID-19](https://kcrising.com/category/covid-19/)
- [Kansas City](https://kcrising.com/category/kansas-city/)
- [Prosperity](https://kcrising.com/category/prosperity/)
- [Economic Recovery](https://kcrising.com/category/economic-recovery/)
- [Small Business Support](https://kcrising.com/category/small-business-support/)
- [Shared Vision](https://kcrising.com/category/shared-vision/)
- [Sector Strategies](https://kcrising.com/category/sector-strategies/)
- [News](https://kcrising.com/category/news/)
- [Resources](https://kcrising.com/category/resources/)
- [DART](https://kcrising.com/category/dart/)

## Resource Categories

- [Connectivity](https://kcrising.com/resource_category/connectivity/)
- [Culture](https://kcrising.com/resource_category/culture/)
- [Inclusion](https://kcrising.com/resource_category/inclusion/)
- [Education](https://kcrising.com/resource_category/education/)
- [Enterprise](https://kcrising.com/resource_category/enterprise/)
- [Industry](https://kcrising.com/resource_category/industry/)
- [Neighborhoods](https://kcrising.com/resource_category/neighborhoods/)

## Resource Types

- [Institutes](https://kcrising.com/resource_type/institutes/)
- [Books](https://kcrising.com/resource_type/books/)
- [Videos/Audio](https://kcrising.com/resource_type/videos-audio/)
- [Articles](https://kcrising.com/resource_type/articles/)
- [Implicit Bias Test](https://kcrising.com/resource_type/implicit-bias-test/)

## Committee Onboarding 

- [DEI Onboarding](https://kcrising.com/committee_onboarding/dei-onboarding/)