September 22, 2022 - Innovation Center

Who We Are

Our Mission

Learn how Innovation Center strengthens Northwest Kansas through economic development, workforce programs, housing initiatives, and community partnerships.

Our Mission & Vision

Board of Directors

Learn how Innovation Center strengthens Northwest Kansas through economic development, workforce programs, housing initiatives, and community partnerships.

Meet the Board

Innovation Center Staff

Connect with the dedicated team delivering programs, resources, and support to communities throughout the region.

Staff Directory

Serving 26 Northwest Kansas Counties

Connecting communities through programs, partnerships, and regional resources.
What We Do

Workforce Development

Helping individuals and employers build a stronger regional workforce.

Workforce >
County Level Incentive Program (CLIP) >
ConnectNWK >
Technical Education >
Cybersecurity Training >
Google Career Certificates >

Housing

Expanding housing opportunities and supporting community development.

Housing Programs >
Kansas Housing Cooperative >

Childcare

Supporting families, childcare providers, and growing communities.

Community Childcare Development Services >
Childcare Provider Support Services >
Home-Based Childcare Provider Recruitment >
Resource Library >
Childcare Grants >
Resource & Referral Links >
Contact Info >

Business Services

Providing resources and support for businesses and entrepreneurs.

Business Development (KSBDC) >
Business Finance >

Featured Programs

Workforce

Creating jobs and growing the Northwest Kansas economy.

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Housing

Strengthening housing for a growing region.

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Childcare

Supporting childcare providers, strengthening communities, and growing the workforce.

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Google Career Certificates

Gain industry-recognized credentials in months—not years.

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Cybersecurity Pathway

Training Northwest Kansas for in-demand careers.

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Business Development

Fueling growth for Northwest Kansas.

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Business Finance

Connect Northwest Kansas businesses with the financing to move forward.

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Serving 26 Northwest Kansas Counties

Featured Programs

Workforce

Housing

Childcare

Google Career Certificates

Cybersecurity Pathway

Business Development

Business Finance

Innovation Center Blog

Recent Posts

Community Partners to Host Resource Sharing Events in Colby and Beloit

Northwest Kansas Childcare Grant Opportunities Announced

New ConnectNWK Job Board Expands Connections Between Northwest Kansas Employers and Job Seekers

The Northwest Kansas Economic Innovation Center, Inc. (Innovation Center) Encourages Business Owners to Watch for Early Warning Signs

The Northwest Kansas Economic Innovation Center, Inc. (Innovation Center) Expands Workforce Incentive Program to Support Economic Growth in Northwest Kansas

A Small-Town Place with Big Ideas: The FARM & The Oddfellows has Something for Everyone

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Serving 26 Northwest Kansas Counties

Featured Programs

Workforce

Housing

Childcare

Google Career Certificates

Cybersecurity Pathway

Business Development

Business Finance

Innovation Center Blog

Recent Posts

Community Partners to Host Resource Sharing Events in Colby and Beloit

Northwest Kansas Childcare Grant Opportunities Announced

New ConnectNWK Job Board Expands Connections Between Northwest Kansas Employers and Job Seekers

The Northwest Kansas Economic Innovation Center, Inc. (Innovation Center) Encourages Business Owners to Watch for Early Warning Signs

The Northwest Kansas Economic Innovation Center, Inc. (Innovation Center) Expands Workforce Incentive Program to Support Economic Growth in Northwest Kansas

A Small-Town Place with Big Ideas: The FARM & The Oddfellows has Something for Everyone

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