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Nominations Open for Governor’s Exporter of the Year Award

Dec 12, 2019

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TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas Department of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2020 Governor’s Exporter of the Year Award.

International trade is vital to the Kansas economy. In 2018, Kansas companies exported nearly $12 billion in goods and services, and for more than 30 years, Kansas has recognized exceptional export performance by presenting the Governor’s Exporter of the Year Award to companies demonstrating excellence in exporting.

To be eligible to receive the award, companies must be in good standing with the state and currently operating in and exporting from Kansas. Nominations must be received by Jan. 31, 2020. There are no restrictions on who can nominate a company for the award.

The nomination form and additional information on the Governor’s Exporter of the Year Award can be found online at www.kansascommerce.gov.


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