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New Northland Costco to spur on Twin Creeks Development

March 4, 2016

KANSAS CITY, Mo.– An exciting development was announced this morning that will spur on the development of the Twin Creeks KC area in Platte County. 2nd District Kansas City Councilmember Dan Fowler led the announcement today for the City of Kansas City, MO, that wholesale giant Costco would be building a new location in the Northland.…

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Global packager Multivac expands, investing nearly $7 million in Platte County

February 19, 2016

KANSAS CITY, Mo.– The Platte County Economic Development Council is pleased to announce that Multivac, a global leader in packaging solutions for food, medical, consumer and industrial products, will undergo a $6.9 million expansion of its U.S. headquarters in Platte County, where it expects to create up to 50 new jobs over the next few years. The company,…

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25th Annual Business Excellence Awards

December 15, 2015

The Platte County Economic Development Council celebrated its 25th Annual Business Excellence Luncheon on Friday, December 11, 2015 at the Embassy Suites KCI. The main event sponsor was the Kansas City Aviation Department, and the 20 awards given to winning businesses were provided thanks to Harley-Davidson. All attendees to the luncheon were given a gift…

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2015 Annual Joint Luncheon

September 21, 2015

The Platte County Economic Development Council team assisted at the Annual Joint Luncheon on September 9th at the KCI Hilton. Coordinated by the Northland Regional Chamber in partnership with Platte County Economic Development Council and Clay County Economic Development Council, the annual event was attended by 450 local businesspeople, elected officials, and major PCEDC partners. Kansas City Mayor…

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Allegiant Airlines announces service to Kansas City

August 12, 2015

KANSAS CITY, Mo.– Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) announces new, nonstop jet service from Kansas City to Orlando, Southwest Florida and Tampa / St. Pete. To celebrate its debut in Kansas City, the company is offering introductory one-way fares as low as $49*. Allegiant brings a unique travel option to the Kansas City community. Focusing on low-cost…

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24th Annual Business Excellence Awards

December 15, 2014

With 350 in attendance, the Platte County Economic Development Council celebrated its 24th Annual Business Excellence Luncheon on Friday, December 12 at the Embassy Suites KCI.  North Kansas City Hospital sponsored the member gift, the printed program was sponsored by TranSystems, and Candid Marketing provided the marketing collateral for the event. A VIP reception, sponsored…

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International auto supplier selects Platte County for new manufacturing facility

April 28, 2014

RIVERSIDE, Mo. – Ontario, Canada-based Martinrea International, Inc. has selected Riverside, Mo., as the location for a new full-service facility to supply the GM assembly plant in Fairfax, Kan. The company will invest multi-millions in the 275,560-sq.-ft. facility, and create 290 new jobs. Martinrea Riverside, LLC will be located at 5233 NW 41st Street, in…

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Aviation Technical Services expands to Platte County, creating over 500 new jobs

January 10, 2014

KANSAS CITY, Mo.– Everett, Wash.-based Aviation Technical Services (ATS) announced the company plans to open a new 607,000-sq.-ft. facility at the KCI Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Base at Kansas City International Airport, creating more than 500 new jobs over the next three to five years with potential for 1,000 employees over time. The company will invest upwards…

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