To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards

The Kansas Department of Commerce held the 2023 To The Stars: Kansas Businesses Awards on October 12th in Wichita. The annual awards program recognizes businesses across the state for the valuable contributions they make to the Kansas economy and to the well-being of their communities. 

2023 award categories:

• AgriBusiness – companies that stand out in the agribusiness industry – including agricultural production, products and services, and agri-tourism
• Apprenticeship Champions and Partners – companies and other entities that excel providing registered apprenticeship programs in Kansas
• Business Innovation – companies from any sector incorporating innovative technologies in their business
• Healthcare/Nonprofit – noteworthy services provided by either healthcare facilities or nonprofit organizations
• Manufacturing/Distribution – outstanding achievement for companies large and small involved in manufacturing and distribution
• Non-Traditional Talent Pools – companies that have gone above and beyond to hire those with prior involvement in the justice system, youth, seniors or individuals with disabilities
• Retail/Service – exceptional performance by businesses selling goods, products and/or services
• Under 30 Entrepreneurs – young entrepreneurs achieving business success under the age of 30
• Welcome Back – entrepreneurs and businesspeople who once left Kansas but have returned to make their mark in the Sunflower State