EDC Investors March Luncheon
Thursday, March 5, 2026 (11:30 AM - 1:00 PM) (CST)
Description
⚽ Global Game, Local Readiness!
Preparing Overland Park for Global Visitors and Local Impact...
Global attention is coming fast, and local readiness will define the outcome! Join the Economic Development Council for a practical luncheon conversation on how Overland Park is preparing for increased visitor volume and stronger demand on infrastructure. This session brings together tourism, city leadership, small business experience, and cybersecurity strategy in one coordinated playbook for action!
Warren Wilkinson, President, Visit Overland Park
Get a market-level view of how hotels are preparing and what booking and rate trends are signaling.
Kate Gunja, Assistant City Manager, City of Overland Park
Hear how the City is preparing activation spaces and welcome centers, plus transportation planning updates.
Philippe Lechevin, Owner, Buffalo State Pizza
Learn firsthand takeaways from three World Cup events and how one local operator is planning now to serve more guests.
Edgar Ortiz, Managing Partner, CMIT Solutions
Learn how businesses can prioritize cyber security, protect systems, and stay operational during high-traffic event periods.
Registration required to attend; deadline is Feb. 27 by 5 PM.
Thank you to our Presenting Series Sponsor:
Open to EDC Investors only; Login to Register.
EDC Investors: Each investor company receives one (1) free seat, but registration is required (applicable discount will be applied during the checkout process)
Additional Attendees: $20 per individual
If your company is a Corporate Partner, Corporate Sponsor or Opportunity NOW Investor - please contact Serenity Wallace at swallace@opchamber.org or 913-766-7606 for assistance with your registrations.
10100 College Boulevard
Overland Park, KS 66210
Room: Sedona 1 located immediately to the left of the main/front entrance of hotel.