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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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    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 Jul 15 Josh Silverman

Executive Vice President & Chief Franchise Officer , Mattel
Executive Vice President and CFO Josh Silverman is spearheading Mattel’s plans to open its second Mattel Adventure Park in Kansas City, Kansas in 2026. The new theme park will be based on Mattel's iconic brands like Barbie, Hot Wheels, and Masters of the Universe. Silverman visits The Economic Club of Kansas City to discuss how one of the largest global toy manufacturers in the world started building a diverse supply chain several years ago to avert any interruption in implementing its innovative new line up of products and entertainment.

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2025

Josh Silverman

Executive Vice President & Chief Franchise Officer , Mattel

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