Salina KS Community Economic Development Organization

Salina KS Community Economic Development Organization Salina is ready to grow with your business offering a competitive mix of existing buildings and more than 1,200 acres ready for development.

With sites as small as one acre up to 240, there’s room here for most any type of business, large or small. Being located near the geographic center of the United States has a lot of advantages for business. Nestled at the crossroads of I-70 and I-135, Salina, Kansas offers businesses here easy access to a highly skilled and educated workforce of more than 213,000 and 45 million consumers within a single day’s drive.

The Salina Community Economic Development Organization will meet on Thursday, May 21st 9:30 AM at The Temple – 336 S. Sa...
05/20/2026

The Salina Community Economic Development Organization will meet on Thursday, May 21st 9:30 AM at The Temple – 336 S. Santa Fe; Salina. Please note the meeting location change.

We will meet in the lobby area of The Temple on the main floor. Enter the northeast glass entrance, head up the short flight of stairs to your right and proceed into the lobby meeting area. If you need a few extra steps, you can also enter using the large stairs at the east facing entrance and enter straight into the lobby meeting area.

This month's board packet with corrected financial statements and Item 5.1 Website Redesign Proposals are attached and are digitally linked here:
https://salinaedo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Board-Packet_EDO_May-21-2026-1.pdf

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https://salinaedo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/5.1_Website-Redesign-Proposals.pdf

Note: Hard copies of the board packets are available at the meeting. Save your ink!

Microsoft Teams Meeting Link:
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/268007697653812?p=CGezgJFu27j4UOQlf6

Meeting ID: 268 007 697 653 812
Passcode: 7Pe2va3T

The Salina Community Economic Development Organization will meet on Thursday, May 21st 9:30 AM at The Temple – 336 S. Sa...
05/19/2026

The Salina Community Economic Development Organization will meet on Thursday, May 21st 9:30 AM at The Temple – 336 S. Santa Fe; Salina.

The board packet in linked here: https://salinaedo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Board-Packet_EDO_May-21-2026.pdf

Virtual Meeting Information:
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/268007697653812?p=CGezgJFu27j4UOQlf6

Meeting ID: 268 007 697 653 812
Passcode: 7Pe2va3T

The EDO Board Members have been invited to tour the new Magnolia Village apartment complex on Tuesday, May 12th, 2026 at...
05/11/2026

The EDO Board Members have been invited to tour the new Magnolia Village apartment complex on Tuesday, May 12th, 2026 at 8:00 AM -- 2500 Virgina Drive.

Just a quick note for transparency: This is not a meeting of the governing body. While one or more members may be present, they won’t be engaging in any interactive discussion about EDO business. If a majority happens to attend, they’ve been advised not to communicate with each other about official business

Happy Mother’s Day!!
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day!!

and are winding down and we are closing the celebration at the top -- at the 1st Place winner of the 2026 Charlie Wa...
05/09/2026

and are winding down and we are closing the celebration at the top -- at the 1st Place winner of the 2026 Charlie Walker Pitch Challenge.

Fresh from his 1st place win at the Saline County Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge in early March, Liam Deniau-Young with HiCo took 1st place at the 2026 Charlie Walker Pitch Challenge on April 1st. HiCo delivers an all inclusive service model that equips guests with premium gear, hike-friendly meals, and expert guides to access secluded backcountry trails that don’t appear on mainstream maps. Designed for flexibility and customization, HiCo offers both public expeditions for shared adventure and private bookings for travelers seeking a personalized pace and complete privacy.

Guests can choose their preferred trail and trip length, ranging from two night treks to five night expeditions. Every experience includes high end equipment, professional navigation, and the support needed to explore remote terrain with confidence

It’s AND , so we’re celebrating our 2026 Charlie Walker Pitch Challenge winners all over again! Checks are going out ...
05/08/2026

It’s AND , so we’re celebrating our 2026 Charlie Walker Pitch Challenge winners all over again! Checks are going out this week, and we’ve loved catching up with each winner as they come by to grab their award.

Rindi and Matt, the second place winners of the 2026 Charlie Walker Pitch Challenge, plan to use their award to launch The Maker's Shop Co. in downtown Lindsborg. Designed as both an art supply boutique and a hands on creation space, The Maker’s Shop will offer a thoughtfully curated selection of quality art materials alongside an inviting environment where creativity—and a few joyful messes—are encouraged.

With support from their pitch challenge win, Rindi and Matt aim to create a community hub that inspires connection and imagination. In addition to retail offerings, The Maker’s Shop will feature project kits that promote creativity, emotional well being, shared experiences, and time spent making something meaningful together.

It’s AND , so we’re celebrating our 2026 Charlie Walker Pitch Challenge winners all over again! Checks are going out...
05/07/2026

It’s AND , so we’re celebrating our 2026 Charlie Walker Pitch Challenge winners all over again! Checks are going out this week, and we’ve loved catching up with each winner as they come by to grab their award.

Kellen and Yessenia, the third place winners of the 2026 Charlie Walker Pitch Challenge, are poised to expand their growing event business, This Moment Mobile Events LLC The company currently offers a digital photo booth, a vintage photo booth camper, and an audio guest book experience—unique services designed to help guests capture greetings, memories, and meaningful moments at special events.

Rooted in the belief that every celebration deserves a personal touch, TThis Moment Mobile Events focuses on creating opportunities for people to connect and leave with a keepsake that reflects the spirit of the occasion.

With support from their pitch challenge award, Kellen and Yessenia plan to add a mobile bar built from a renovated Cushman truck. This new feature will enhance their ability to deliver memorable, customizable event experiences and marks an exciting next step in the company’s growth.

It’s AND , so we’re celebrating our 2026 Charlie Walker Pitch Challenge winners all over again! Checks are going out ...
05/06/2026

It’s AND , so we’re celebrating our 2026 Charlie Walker Pitch Challenge winners all over again! Checks are going out this week, and we’ve loved catching up with each winner as they come by to grab their award.

Our 4th place winner is Casa Dolores Café owned by Angelica Carrillo. Angelica is preparing to bring Casa Dolores Café to life as a mobile coffee business inspired by her belief that “where there is coffee, there is love.” With her award, she plans to launch a high quality, mobile coffee trailer featuring creative, culturally inspired beverages that reflect her heritage and passion for community.

Angelica aims to have the mobile café operating within the next six months, offering a space where customers can enjoy coffee made with heart, celebrate culture and tradition, and connect with one another. Her vision is to create a welcoming gathering place—one cup at a time.

05/06/2026

SculptureTour Salina UNWrap Party – What a Great Day!

Downtown Salina was buzzing on Saturday, May 2, as the 2026 SculptureTour officially kicked off at Campbell Plaza. The UNWrap Party unveiled 24 brand‑new sculptures, all revealed for the first time, and many of the artists were on site sharing the inspiration and stories behind their work. It was a fantastic chance to connect with the artists and get an inside look at their creative process.

I (Mitch) attended for the first time last year and was surprised by how much I enjoyed meeting the artists and hearing the stories behind their sculptures. Just a few days ago, I even caught a glimpse of one piece being un‑tarped as it was being mounted—those behind‑the‑scenes moments are always fun to see.

Events like this are just one more reason Salina is such a great place to live. Which 2026 sculpture is your fave? Post a pic in the comments 👇

It’s AND , so we’re celebrating our 2026 Charlie Walker Pitch Challenge winners all over again! Checks are going out...
05/05/2026

It’s AND , so we’re celebrating our 2026 Charlie Walker Pitch Challenge winners all over again! Checks are going out this week, and we’ve loved catching up with each winner as they come by to grab theirs.

Today we are celebrating Bobby's Bees as our 5th Place $1000 award winner. Bobby’s Bees, a small but growing honey producer based in Salina, began its journey in 2025 with just a few hives and a first year harvest of 48 pounds of honey. With their fifth place finish in the 2026 Charlie Walker Pitch Challenge, the team behind Bobby’s Bees is ready to expand their operation and increase production.

The award will help Bobby’s Bees add more hives and explore new varieties of honey and honey based products. Their goal is to bring more locally produced, high quality honey to the community while continuing to grow a business rooted in sustainability, craftsmanship, and Kansas pride.

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120 West Ash
Salina, KS
67401

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
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