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Some of Kansas City’s largest employers are making a significant positive impact on advanced energy production and products.

Congratulations to our partners in Liberty on the announcement of Kenco Logistics Services, LLC. The third-party logistics company will open a 295,600-sq.-ft. warehouse and distribution operation at Liberty Logistics Park.

Congratulations to our partners in Kansas City, Kansas, on the announcement that Urban Outfitters, Inc., a multinational lifestyle retail corporation, will open a new omni-channel distribution center at the Kansas Speedway.

Congratulations to our partners in Belton on the announcement that Chewy, Inc., an American online retailer of pet food and other pet-related products, will open a new eCommerce fulfillment center at Southview Commerce Center.

Congratulations to our partners in Lenexa, Kan., on the announcement that Tuthill Corporation, a global manufacturer of industrial pumps, opened a new 53,352-sq.-ft., manufacturing facility, creating 68 jobs.

With most of the KC region now in week six of #StayHomeKC, workforce availability is shifting. While some companies are furloughing or downsizing employees, several others are expanding their workforce. Additionally, the KC region continues to be evaluated competitively for new operations.

The WFH culture has opened up some creative ways to include a splash of “Kansas City.” Amp up your daily routine - KC Heartland style.

Congratulations to our partners in Overland Park on the announcement that A Place for Mom, the largest senior care referral service in North America, with offices in Seattle, New York City and Naples, Florida, will open a new office in Overland Park.

Congratulations to our partners in Topeka on the announcement that Walmart is opening a new 1.8M-sq.-ft. Distribution center, joining its three existing distribution operations in the KC region.

Congratulations to our partners in Olathe on the announcement that Regal Art & Gift, a wholesale garden decor supplier, will open a new distribution operation, investing $5.48M.