This past week, the greater Wichita region’s aerospace excellence was center stage at the Farnborough International Airshow. From new partnerships to innovative collaborations driving the future of flight, our partners showcased their commitment to advancing the region. Thank you to the National Institute for Aviation Research, Envisage Group Limited, JetZero, Kelly Hills Unmanned Systems, City of Wichita Kansas and Globe Engineering for letting the Air Capital of the World host your announcements at #FIA2026.
Greater Wichita Partnership
Non-profit Organizations
Wichita, Kansas 4,954 followers
Fast-forwarding economic growth is at the heart of the Greater Wichita Partnership’s mission.
About us
At the Greater Wichita Partnership, we align resources and focus the business community on common strategies that fast-forward economic growth in Wichita and throughout the 10-county region. The focus of our work is centered around three strategic priorities – jobs, talent and quality of place. These priorities are shaped by the three highly detailed, research-driven plans that were developed in 2018: the Regional Growth Plan, Talent Marketing Blueprint and Project Wichita. The new direction also takes into account the master plan for downtown’s development, Project Downtown. Affiliate brands include Downtown Wichita, Choose Wichita and the Air Capital of the World.
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http://www.greaterwichitapartnership.org
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- 11-50 employees
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- Wichita, Kansas
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- 2015
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Wichita, Kansas 67202, US
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This week, the Air Capital of the World is representing the greater Wichita region on the global stage at the 2026 Farnborough International Airshow. From aerospace innovation to a world-class workforce, the region continues to set the standard for the future of flight. #FIA2026
The #AirCapitaloftheWorld is at the 2026 Farnborough International Airshow. Alongside Senator Jerry Moran and our delegation, we are proud to represent more than 450 Kansas suppliers on the global stage, highlighting the innovation, talent and aerospace expertise that define our state. #FIA2026
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The Partnership is set to represent the greater Wichita region and showcase the Air Capital of the World's advanced aviation, defense and space capabilities at the 2026 Farnborough International Airshow. Read more: https://bit.ly/4gBKato #FIA2026
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Growing the greater Wichita region requires continued investment in workforce development and a strong talent pipeline. Thank you to everyone who joined the 2026 Choose Wichita Summit to help move Wichita forward. #WeAllBuildWichita
What does it take to build a community where people choose to live, work and thrive? The 2026 Choose Wichita Summit brought together employers, community leaders and passionate advocates to explore how we can attract, retain and inspire talent across the Wichita region. This event showcased a shared commitment to making our community a place where everyone can belong and succeed. 🔗 View our video recap at https://bit.ly/3QVxlQe. #WichitaKS #ChooseWichita
2026 Choose Wichita Summit | Recap & Highlights
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The greater Wichita region's momentum continues to earn national recognition. Wichita ranked No. 3 among Tier 2 metros in Site Selection Magazine's annual rankings, reflecting the investment, job creation and economic momentum driving growth across the region. Find out more from Wichita Business Journal (behind a paywall): https://bit.ly/4uUF7HP
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The Partnership team toured the future Wichita Biomedical Campus and saw firsthand the progress being made on this transformational project. Once complete, the campus will bring together students from Wichita State University, WSU Tech and The University of Kansas, strengthening the healthcare talent pipeline, advancing workforce development and supporting long-term growth across the greater Wichita region. #WeAllBuildWichita
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The 2026 Choose Wichita Summit reinforced a clear message that communities do not become magnetic by accident. Winning the modern talent war for the greater Wichita region requires deliberate executive intentionality, systemic strategy and collaborative leadership. Read more: https://bit.ly/4eth9gW.
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Since 2015, the Partnership has brought together Economic Development Organizations (EDOs) from across our 10-county region to share ideas, discuss timely issues and strengthen regional collaboration. Thank you to everyone who joined us for an afternoon of networking and relationship-building among partners working to move our region forward.
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The Partnership team recently toured the Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (KansasCOM), a key investment in healthcare education that is helping build the greater Wichita region's future workforce. Learn more about KansasCOM: kansascom.kansashsu.org
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The Air Capital of the World continues to strengthen its position as a leader in aerospace innovation and advanced manufacturing. Congratulations to Wichita State University's National Institute for Aviation Research on the grand opening of the Hub for Advanced Manufacturing and Research (HAMR), a state-of-the-art facility that strengthens the region's advanced manufacturing ecosystem through research, technology development and workforce training.
Today marked the industry grand opening of NIAR's Hub for Advanced Manufacturing and Research (HAMR). NIAR executives, staff, aerospace engineers and industry partners alike gathered to experience this premier facility and witness firsthand the next-generation capabilities it has offer. Whether it's precision machining, process automation or digital twin technologies, HAMR houses the future of advanced manufacturing and research. If you couldn't make it today, visit HAMR tomorrow between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. for the public grand opening. No registration is required.
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