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Record Attendance at KC SmartPort Annual Industry Briefing Underscores Kansas City’s Industrial Momentum

Strengthening KC’s Position on the Global Stage | KC SmartPort PULSE

Industrial capital and international teams are selecting KC.

2026 World Cup + $2B Power Expansion: Why KC is Rising | KC SmartPort PULSE

Seven World Cup teams confirmed for KC, plus a major boost to regional power capacity.

Kansas City’s FTZ Strengths Spotlighted on a Global Stage

The National Association of Foreign-Trade Zones 2025 Annual Conference was held in Kansas City on September 14-17 at the Westin Crown Center. This year’s event was sold out, achieving record attendance.

KC companies navigate complexities of foreign trade zones

Foreign trade zones present benefits for Kansas City-area businesses, but there are some challenges, too.

Fueling Growth in Kansas City and Beyond | KC SmartPort PULSE

Global trade and energy investments fuel KC's momentum.

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Chris Gutierrez

Chris Gutierrez

President
KC SmartPort
gutierrez@OneKC.org
816.591.7311

Elli Houston

Elli Houston

Vice President
KC SmartPort
houston@OneKC.org
913.579.3370

Josie Calkins

Josie Calkins

Director
KC SmartPort
calkins@OneKC.org
913.708.0917