Kansas City Area Development Council Named #1 "Best in Class" Economic Development Group

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Sept. 19, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Kansas City Area Development Council (KCADC) was named the top regional economic development organization in the U.S., according to a new survey of U.S. corporate executives and location advisors.

"Our customers are the number one driver of our success as the region's economic development team," said Tim Cowden, president and CEO, Kansas City Area Development Council. "We are honored that they have chosen to recognize the dedication and passion behind our regional partnership."

Conducted by Development Counsellors International (DCI) every three years, the "Winning Strategies in Economic Development Marketing" survey has tracked trends in economic development since its inception in 1996. For the first time, the survey also includes findings about how the current political climate affects business perceptions. 

According to the 80 site selection consultants who participated in the survey, 21 percent identified KCADC as a "best in class" economic development organization in an open-ended question.

"The Winning Strategies survey provides insights into the minds of key decision makers—from their perceptions on locations around the world to how they get the information that shapes those perceptions," said DCI president Andrew T. Levine. "As the competition for business expansions and talent intensifies, this information can be crucial to communities looking to set themselves apart from other locations."

For a free copy of the full "Winning Strategies" survey report or an executive summary, visit www.aboutdci.com/winning-strategies.

About KCADC
The Kansas City Area Development Council serves the 18-county, two-state Kansas City area by marketing the region's business and lifestyle assets to companies around the world. Working closely with its 50+ state, county and community partners and its more than 60,000 new jobs over its 40-year history. KCADC also leads the efforts behind the KC Animal Health Corridor, KC SmartPort, KCnext and TeamKC. www.thinkkc.com  

About DCI
Considered the leader in marketing places, Development Counsellors International (DCI) specializes in economic development and tourism marketing. The agency has worked for more than 400 cities, regions, states, provinces and countries since it was established in New York City in 1960. www.aboutdci.com

SOURCE Kansas City Area Development Council

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