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An Evaluation of the Trade Development Division of the Kansas Department of Commerce
Cooper, Stacie Rose, Carol Louis, Ken Redwood, Anthony
Cooper, Stacie
Rose, Carol
Louis, Ken
Redwood, Anthony
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Trade activities by the State of Kansas began in the mid-1970s, with one of the earliest efforts being a trip to Japan by Governor Docking and the Kansas Cavalry. Some trade developĀment was carried out under the Trade and Tourism Department during Governor Bennett's administration, and during Carlin's governorship organized trade efforts were established first in Tokyo and then in Europe, and relationships were developed with China. At that time, international trade activities were housed in the Kansas Department of Economic Development (KDED), Industrial Development Division.
The 1986 Kansas Economic Development Study (Redwood/Krider Report) addressed issues related to trade development in the state. The study recommended establishment of a new international trade division, stressing that:
Kansas is increasingly a part of the world economy. International trade is important for many Kansas industries and further efforts must be made to market our products internationally. Efforts at international marketing should all be concentrated in KDED. It is crucial that this area be made more visible by being in a separate division that is adequately funded. The staff should be led by experts in international marketing. Overseas offices in key markets should be established.
The international trade division would also provide assistance to Kansas firms desiring to initiate or expand exports. Small businesses in particular require assistance with export financing, licenses, import requirements, and cultural/ language issues. The division would assist with putting a complete package together in order to facilitate increased exports by small businesses.
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1992-01
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Institute for Public Policy and Business Research, University of Kansas
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Stacie Cooper, Carol Rose, Ken Louise, Anthony Redwood. An Evaluation of the Trade Development Division of the Kansas Department of Commerce. Institute for Public Policy and Business Research, University of Kansas. Technical Report Series: 192 (January 1992).