Kansas Economic Development Alliance (KEDA)

Energy plays a vital role in the ability to recruit and retain businesses. Because energy is not only a regional, but also a statewide issue facing Kansans, it is important to build those relationships with economic developers throughout the state.

Similar to the western Kansas Rural Economic Development Alliance, The Kansas Economic Development Alliance (KEDA) is an organization of professionals and volunteers involved in economic development in Kansas. KEDA provides its members access to information, tools and networks that enable them to better meet their communities’ needs. In addition, the Alliance provides members an opportunity to meet and establish relationships with local, state and regional economic development leaders. KEDA also partners with the Kansas Department of Commerce on a variety of projects, including the LocationOne Information System (LOIS) database.

By maintaining an active membership in regional and statewide economic development associations, we’re able to keep our finger on the pulse of economic development in our communities.