Upcoming Events
2026 Kansas Economic Outlook Summit
The Kansas Economic Outlook Summit, taking place from September 23 to 25, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Wichita, gathers business and community leaders to discuss industry trends and challenges. The three-day event includes workshops, networking receptions, and customizable ticket options, focusing on actionable insights and cross-sector connections to enhance Kansas’s economy.
The Wichita Visitor Economy (IRE, July 2026)
Join business leaders and community organizations at an in-person conference on July 28, 2026, from 8:30 am to 11:30 am at Wichita State University’s Barton School of Business. The event will explore the visitor economy’s role in local economic growth, featuring sessions on trends, ambassadorship, and collaboration for a vibrant future.
Recent Events
The (Optimistic?) Impact of Tariffs
On May 20, 2025, the Center for Economic Development and Business Research (CEDBR) welcomed 55 regional business and community leaders to our Q2 Industry Research Exchange (IRE). The session focused on the evolving Economic Impact of Tariffs on the Wichita area and broader Kansas economy. Setting the Stage: Trade Trends and Global Interdependencies The event…
Previous event information may be available upon request from CEDBR. Please email cedbr@wichita.edu for more information.
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