Lee's Summit Economic Development Council

We're excited to announce our 2025 Executive Committee and Board of Directors! It's an honor to have such talented professionals from all across the metro represented here in Lee's Summit. For more information visit leessummit.org.

Today is the last day to register for the 2024 Lee's Summit Economic Development Council Annual Meeting sponsored by Suburban Land Reserve, Inc. on Wednesday, July 24 at 11:30 a.m. Register by 5 p.m. to secure your spot! REGISTER HERE >> ow.ly/l4RC50SCNFV

Join us in celebrating the impactful work of UCM Lee's Summit! State leaders recently heard from them about the MIC's innovative programs that are shaping the future workforce. Watch the full presentation at this link (select the May 8th recording) >> ow.ly/bMEs50RHqnJ

Congratulations to Owen Douglas Smith, a senior in the Missouri Innovation Campus (MIC) program! He was recently recognized as the University of Central Missouri’s Outstanding Design and Drafting Student Technology Student for 2023-24.

Missouri Department of Higher Education & Workforce Development and Full Employment Council open new satellite office at UCM’s Lee’s Summit campus. Read full press release here >> ow.ly/N7Pl50QWOxK

Lee's Summit Firefighters collecting in downtown for LS Social Services December 14-16.

Fantastic insights at the Lee's Summit Workforce Alliance Quarterly Meeting yesterday at Missouri Innovation Campus! Jackie Mikkelson shared the impactful work of Missouri Vocational Rehabilitation and Matt Sessler highlighted the LS Career Navigator Program. @LSR7 @moeducation

Great things coming to Lee's Summit! Read the full article by KSHB 41 here >> kshb.com/news/local-new…

Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe announced Buy Missouri Week will be held October 14-October 21. Buy Missouri Week encourages citizens to support the men and women who create, produce, grow, manufacture, distribute, promote, and sell goods made in Missouri. buymissouri.net.

Graduates of two University of Central Missouri certificate programs were recognized at a Sept. 20 ceremony at UCM’s Lee’s Summit campus. To learn more about UCM’s workforce certificate programs, visit ow.ly/4bPu50PWfs0.

MoDOT to host public hearing on Oct. 3 regarding the MO Route 291 (north) and U.S. 50 Interchange cost share project with the City of Lee's Summit. >>> View the full press release here: ow.ly/k5Ym50PPMfc

Lee's Summit Oktoberfest THIS WEEKEND in Downtown LS! Friday, Sept. 22 from 5-11 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 23 from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; and Sunday, Sept. 24 carnival only from noon to 4 p.m. Family fun all weekend long! More details at lsoktoberfest.com. Prost!

Are you looking for work? Join us for a free Career Fair & Job Expo on October 5 at the Missouri Innovation Campus! Register here: ow.ly/vQMW50PKcBa

Employers, join us for a Career Fair & Job Expo on October 5 at the Missouri Innovation Campus! Connect with a diverse pool of potential candidates; save time and resources by meeting potential hires face-to-face in one convenient location. Signup here: ow.ly/Wqz150PKcmz

Join us for the Career Fair & Job Expo on October 5! This exciting (and free!) event combines the best opportunities for both employers seeking top talent and job seekers eager to explore new career prospects. More info here: ucmo.edu/future-student…

The KC Parade of Homes is an annual KC tradition offering generations of home buyers the largest and most impressive displays of new homes in our area. Immerse yourself in this free event, from Sept. 23-Oct. 8, featuring over 345 homes with many right here in Lee’s Summit!

Here's another look at the new Downtown Market coming to Lee's Summit, including a new Farmer’s Market and Event Space, Outdoor Performance Area, and Streetscaped Pavilion. This animated rendering really makes the whole space come alive! youtu.be/HfxsCLj0dZg?si…

This weekend, we honor the hardworking American labor force—those who have shaped our nation's history, those who continue to propel us forward, and those whose contributions hold the promise of a brighter future.

As proud partners of the MIC Program at UCM-Lee's Summit we know the importance this carries with our workforce and talent retention. It is a significant contributor to our thriving education ecosystem. To learn more about the MIC program visit: ow.ly/Z4LM50PH2pe

Wow! Take a look at the new renderings the City of Lee's Summit released for the Downtown Market Plaza last week! Learn more at ow.ly/6CNf50PG9uf