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The Economic Club of Kansas City was founded in 2005 as a nonprofit organization at the inspiration of Thomas M. Hoenig, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City.

The Club is nonpolitical, nonpartisan, and nonprofit and takes no side on any issue considered in its forum.

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  • Mike Van de Ven

    President and COO, Southwest Airlines

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Mission

We provide a structured forum for engaging Kansas City's business leaders with world-class thinkers on critical issues in business, economics and finance.

We catalyze local discussion, understanding and leadership on these issues.

We foster economic curiosity.

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May, 2022John Sherman

CEO, Kansas City Royals

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Upcoming Events in 2022

Rob Riggle

Actor / Comedian

2022 May 03

Roger Ferguson, Jr.

Former President and CEO of TIAA; Former Vice Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System

2022 Jun 10

Esther George

Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City President and CEO

2022 Aug 25

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2025 Jun 05 Bill Self

Head Men's Basketball Coach at the University of Kansas , University of Kansas
One of the winningest Division I basketball coaches in the NCAA, Bill Self, gives an insider's perspective on how college sports has entered a new era. The NCAA’s transfer portal and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) have reshaped college athletics, allowing athletes more freedom and financial opportunities. NIL deals have blurred the lines between college and professional sports. The transfer portal has introduced a new dynamic where athletes can freely move between programs. Coach Self answers whether this new system that allows players to transfer with almost no restrictions hurts or helps college teams, athletes, coaches and fans.  

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2025

Josh Silverman

Executive Vice President & Chief Franchise Officer , Mattel

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