Here's this month's news wrap-up from the Clay County EDC:


New Federal Reserve Leader to Address MSBF Annual Meeting

Plans are being finalized for the Midwest Small Business Finance annual meeting to be held Feb. 7 with Federal Reserve Chairperson Ester George as the invited keynote speaker. Read More and Reserve your Seat.


Nominations Sought for Star Partner Awards

The Northland Education and Business Alliance is seeking nominations for the forth annual Star Partner awards. Deadline for nominations is Feb. 1. Read More.


Keystone Awards Illustrate Positive Growth for Clay County

The 2011 Keystone Awards included some of the most diverse business groups in years. The big news, however, may have been the outstanding growth represented at the December luncheon. Read More.


EDC, Northland International Trade Assistance Group And ITC
Team Up To Help Companies Do Business In Canada


The International Trade Council of Greater Kansas City will host a seminar about “Doing Business in Canada: NAFTA” on Thursday, Jan. 12. Read More.


Doniphan Leadership Institute Readies Spring 2012 Session

The Doniphan Leadership Institute will begin its spring 2012 session Jan. 18. Learn more and sign up here.



SBA 504 Loan Rates Remain Low for Now

SBA 504 loans are holding steady but you shouldn’t bet on them staying this low for long. The full term effective rates for December are 4.72 percent for the 20 year fixed, and 3.76 percent on a 10-year loan.

For further information, contact Midwest Small Business Finance at (816) 468-4989 or visit www.simplymoreloans.com on the Internet.


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Clay County Economic Development Council
1251 NW Briarcliff Parkway, Suite 25, Kansas City, MO 64116
Phone: (816) 468-4989 • Fax: (816) 587-1996
E-mail: info@clayedc.com
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