Platte County abounds with good news about business development. Companies are choosing Platte County to help them write their own success stories:
Blount International, a leading manufacturer of equipment, accessories and replacement parts for the forestry, lawn and garden and constructions industries, was the first to break ground in the new KCI Intermodal BusinessCentre for their 349,000 SF North American distribution center. Currently employing 230, they plan to add another 89 jobs in the new facility while investing $17 million in the local economy.
Johnson Controls is a global leader in automotive seating, overhead systems, door and instrument panels, and interior electronics. They were the first major deal for Riverside’s Horizons – a 170,000-square-foot, tax-abated project that brought 165 jobs to the region and resulted in a total investment of $20 million.
Nordic Windpower is relocating its corporate headquarters, assembly facility and R&D functions to Kansas City. A technology developer and manufacturer of innovative, utility-scale two-bladed wind turbines, Nordic is making its mark in the wind market. With the plan to create more than 200 skilled positions over the next six years, Nordic currently employs 40 and is looking to hire more. With assembly operations located in the overhaul base at KCI, Nordic plans to eventually move to a new building at the KCI Intermodal Business Centre.
Several of our communities have chosen to recognize businesses in their community for their civic and business leadership, companies such as:
Kansas City’s ProAthlete, which was nominated for the Kansas City Business Journal’s Best Places to work in 2010 and 2011. They keep their employees happy and active with in-house athletic facilities and a library of business and self-improvement books. They also give to their community: Each year the company provides up to $1,500 for each employee to donate to a charity of their choice, as well as allowing employees to take paid time off for volunteer work.
What makes eShipping special is the company’s commitment to the quality of life in Parkville. Despite a heavy travel schedule, aggressive expansion and addition of employees, eShipping’s management staff makes time to give back to the community in numerous and meaningful ways. CEO, along with other team members of eShipping, represent numerous organizations in the Parkville area.
A part of the Platte City community for 30 years, Casey’s General Store adds new improvements every year to keep their customers happy. They give back to the community by sponsoring sports teams and donating pizza, donuts and money to Platte City schools. Casey’s is also very active in the Platte City Area Chamber of Commerce.
Riverside’s Kendallwood Hospice provides comprehensive care and support for individuals with life limiting illness, their family and friends. They’ve been a strong community partner ever since locating to Riverside in 1997. Their involvement with the city’s “Do Good” campaign, organizing “honor flights” for veterans and their active involvement with the Riverside Chamber of Commerce impacts the community far beyond just providing care.
Weston Trexmart, known as the Weston Depot, sponsors and supports local Weston youth activities, including the Weston Youth Soccer Club and Weston Sports Association. The Depot’s owner has continuously improved his property and business, making the community proud.
