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Shifting Gears | Automotive Industry at a Crossroads

Insights into transformations underway in the automotive sector — from electrification and advanced manufacturing to rapidly evolving supply chains.

Kansas City is Shifting Gears | KC SmartPort PULSE

Automotive. Energy. Fintech. KC’s making moves – don’t miss these major wins.

6 Ways Kansas City Is Winning Global Business & Investment

In a time when international companies are navigating unpredictability in trade policy, energy prices and supply chain, Kansas City is proving why it’s one of the most strategic Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) markets in the U.S.

Heading to the Heartland: Regional Recruitment Efforts

Bringing new companies to Lawrence is a joint effort among not only local entities but also many in the surrounding areas, including Kansas City.

KC’s automotive sector faces myriad challenges, but optimism reigns

The effect of tariffs on Kansas City's automotive industry was a key topic of discussion for a panel assembled by KC SmartPort.

Auto leaders discuss the impacts of tariffs and KC’s legacy automotive strengths

Auto Industry leaders discuss why KC is positioned as a leader in the industry at the Annual Industry Briefing from KC SmartPort.

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Learn more about KC SmartPort and industrial in KC.

2026 Transportation Outlook

The Transportation Outlook analyzes the current state of the transportation industry and forecasts trends to come in the next year.

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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