Missouri Enterprise is the go-to resource for all things manufacturing. They are part of the National Institute of Technology’s Manufacturing Extension Partnership,a national network of manufacturing excellence resources available to manufacturers in Missouri. Their team of Area Business Managers, such as North Kansas City’s Jamey Quelle, are available for candid advice or to provide access to their no-cost/low-cost resources and learning opportunities. And, Missouri manufacturers can engage their expertise and manufacturing know-how to help with critical initiatives for profitable growth and manufacturing excellence.

Manufacturing is one of Missouri’s top industries, employing tens of thousands of people throughout the state. However, talent recruitment and development continue to be the #1 concern for Missouri Manufacturers, largely due to two issues: a skills gap and misperceptions about modern manufacturing. To this end, Missouri Enterprise works throughout the year to encourage, support, and coordinate participation of Missouri manufacturers in MFG Day - Manufacturing Day. Held annually on the first Friday in October, MFG Day sees thousands of companies and educational institutions across the country come together opening their doors to students, parents, teachers, and community leaders to showcase the wide range of engaging and rewarding career potential available in the modern manufacturing industry.

Last year nearly 10,000 students took part in Missouri’s statewide virtual event. With a Missouri Virtual MFG Day statewide event promoted to K-12 schools via the Missouri Chamber Foundation and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, as well as numerous live events including educational fairs, plant tours, job fairs, and community events and activities being presented by manufacturers, high schools and technical colleges, and local chamber of commerces and other businesses across the state on MFG Day and throughout the month of October, organizers hope to reach even more students this year.

To learn more and start planning to get involved in Manufacturing Day 2022, reach out to Jamey Quelle, Missouri Enterprise Area Business Manager at (816) 705-7373

The City is partnering with Mid-America Regional Council to conduct the East/West Connection Study to determine how to provide a safe crossing on foot or by bike under I-35 on Armour Road for NKC residents, employees, and visitors.

Please take the survey to provide your thoughts and ideas. Your responses will help shape the future of Armour Road, putting safety and accessibility at the forefront of the project.