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Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland encourages jobseekers and employers searching for available talent to take part in this month’s Virtual Statewide Job Fair.
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Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced that the Department of Commerce has selected the third cohort of Rural Champions to solve pressing needs in their local communities.
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Resources to help you start or grow your business.
For decades, Kansas has been committed to the development of a comprehensive network to support research, facilitate commercialization and promote the adoption of new technologies in the state. The state has a variety of tools to support and promote new technology for companies, whether they are in the early stages of their business or more mature in their operations. This helps fuel a strong culture of entrepreneurship in our state. Companies such as
Garmin
,
Cobalt Boats
and
Freddy’s Frozen Custard
all started right here and continue to grow operations in Kansas and beyond.
More than 250,000 small businesses call Kansas home. Our team and partners are dedicated to providing resources and assistance to help you to turn your great idea into a successful business.
Join the spirit of entrepreneurship in our state!
Statewide Resources
NetWork Kansas
GROWKS
Kansas Small Business Development Center
Kansas Business One-Stop
Kansas Business Center
K-State Innovation Partners
Kansas Association of Certified Development Companies
Kansas Manufacturing Solutions
BioKansas
Kansas Department of Revenue
Kansas Secretary of State
KANSASWORKS Workforce Centers
KU Innovation Park
Ag Tech Startup Accelerator Program / Animal Health Innovation Campus
Kansas State Technology Development Institute
Kansas State Polytechnic Campus’ Applied Aviation Research Center
Kansas State Bulk Solids Innovation Center
Biopharmaceutical Innovation and Optimization Center (BIO Center)
Information and Telecommunication Technology Center (ITTC)
Kansas Polymer Research Center (KPRC)
Kansas Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)
NXTUS
Kansas Office of Innovation
Sunderland Foundation Innovation Lab
Wichita Region Resources
Create Campaign, Inc
Start Up Wichita
NXTUS
WSU Strategic Initiatives (Wichita State University)
WSU Ventures
Wichita Technology Corporation
National Institute for Aviation Research
WSU Tech (Wichita State University)
WSU (Wichita State University) Innovation Campus
GoCreate
Downtown Wichita
Kansas City Metro Resources
Altcap
BioNexus KC
CDFI Coalition
Create Campaign, Inc
Enterprise Center in Johnson County
KC SourceLink
KC Tech Council
Pipeline Entrepreneurs
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Governor Kelly Announces Indra Group to Invest Nearly $7.5M to Manufacture Air Traffic Radars in Kansas
March 23, 2026
Gov. Kelly and Kansas City Chiefs Announce Agreement On Plans for State-of-the-Art Domed Stadium in Kansas
December 22, 2025
Governor Kelly Celebrates Grand Opening of Panasonic EV Battery Manufacturing Facility in De Soto
July 14, 2025
Governor Kelly Announces Grand Opening of Heartland Coca-Cola Olathe Production Campus
June 10, 2025
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Business in Kansas
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To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards
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Logistics & Distribution
Food Processing and Manufacturing
Aerospace & Defense
Animal Health
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Energy & Natural Resources
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Chiefs in Kansas
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Governor Kelly Visits Geoprobe, 2025 Exporter of the Year
Governor Laura Kelly visited Geoprobe Systems in Salina last Thursday to officially honor the company’s selection as the 2025 Governor’s Exporter of the Year.
Office of Broadband Announces $16.3 Million in New Grant Funding
Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced $16.3 million is available to improve broadband infrastructure through the Broadband Acceleration Grant (BAG) program.
Spring Into a New Career at KANSASWORKS Virtual Statewide Job Fair
Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland encourages jobseekers and employers searching for available talent to take part in this month’s Virtual Statewide Job Fair.
Kansas Commerce Selects Third Round of Rural Champions
Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced that the Department of Commerce has selected the third cohort of Rural Champions to solve pressing needs in their local communities.
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Love, Kansas
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Chiefs in Kansas
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Made in Kansas
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Infrastructure
Incentives & Financing
Taxes, Credits, & Exemptions
Entrepreneurial Culture
Sites & Buildings
International
To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards
Key Industries
Advanced Manufacturing
Corporate & Professional Services
Logistics & Distribution
Food Processing and Manufacturing
Aerospace & Defense
Animal Health
Bioscience
Agriculture
Energy & Natural Resources
Business News
Back
Our Department
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Travel Kansas
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Love, Kansas
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Kansas Small Business Office
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Home
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Entrepreneurial Culture
Start in Kansas
Resources to help you start or grow your business.
For decades, Kansas has been committed to the development of a comprehensive network to support research, facilitate commercialization and promote the adoption of new technologies in the state. The state has a variety of tools to support and promote new technology for companies, whether they are in the early stages of their business or more mature in their operations. This helps fuel a strong culture of entrepreneurship in our state. Companies such as
Garmin
,
Cobalt Boats
and
Freddy’s Frozen Custard
all started right here and continue to grow operations in Kansas and beyond.
More than 250,000 small businesses call Kansas home. Our team and partners are dedicated to providing resources and assistance to help you to turn your great idea into a successful business.
Join the spirit of entrepreneurship in our state!
Statewide Resources
NetWork Kansas
GROWKS
Kansas Small Business Development Center
Kansas Business One-Stop
Kansas Business Center
K-State Innovation Partners
Kansas Association of Certified Development Companies
Kansas Manufacturing Solutions
BioKansas
Kansas Department of Revenue
Kansas Secretary of State
KANSASWORKS Workforce Centers
KU Innovation Park
Ag Tech Startup Accelerator Program / Animal Health Innovation Campus
Kansas State Technology Development Institute
Kansas State Polytechnic Campus’ Applied Aviation Research Center
Kansas State Bulk Solids Innovation Center
Biopharmaceutical Innovation and Optimization Center (BIO Center)
Information and Telecommunication Technology Center (ITTC)
Kansas Polymer Research Center (KPRC)
Kansas Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)
NXTUS
Kansas Office of Innovation
Sunderland Foundation Innovation Lab
Wichita Region Resources
Create Campaign, Inc
Start Up Wichita
NXTUS
WSU Strategic Initiatives (Wichita State University)
WSU Ventures
Wichita Technology Corporation
National Institute for Aviation Research
WSU Tech (Wichita State University)
WSU (Wichita State University) Innovation Campus
GoCreate
Downtown Wichita
Kansas City Metro Resources
Altcap
BioNexus KC
CDFI Coalition
Create Campaign, Inc
Enterprise Center in Johnson County
KC SourceLink
KC Tech Council
Pipeline Entrepreneurs
Interested in starting your business in Kansas?
Contact Us
Business Resources
Incentives & Financing, Taxes, Credits & Exemptions, Site Selection, Doing Business in Kansas
Quality Places
Infrastructure assessment, community planning, development support, and downtown activation
Workforce Services
Find a Job, Job Seeker Services, Employer Services
TRAVEL KANSAS
Plan your trip to Kansas. Places to visit, things to do. Order a free Travel Guide.
International
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Federal Compliance
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