Shaping a Downtown that lifts up adjacent neighborhoods, Dina Newman

Listen in as host Kemet Coleman interviews Dina Newman, Executive Director of the UMKC Center for Neighborhoods. Dina shares life experiences that have inspired and taught her about the transformative power of healthy neighborhoods. Dina and…

The future of Downtown KC – Mayor Q’s perspective

This week, the Imagine Downtown KC podcast features an exclusive conversation with Mayor Quinton Lucas. Born and raised in Kansas City, Mayor Q offers a unique perspective about the future of Downtown KC and shares insights from his interactions…

Downtown workforce development + Keystone Innovation District with Kevin McGinnis

Listen in as Imagine Downtown KC podcast Host Kemet Coleman talks to Kevin McGinnis about  innovation and workforce development in Downtown Kansas City and an entrepreneurial  solution - the Keystone Innovation District.  Our guest this…

Tying together economic inclusion and opportunity with Dr. Kimberly Beatty

This week, the Imagine Downtown KC podcast dives into economic inclusion and racial justice with the chancellor of Metropolitan Community College (MCC), Dr. Kimberly Beatty. She’ll go deeper into these topics and how they relate to Downtown…

Connecting Downtown KC through Transit with Tom Gerend, KC Streetcar

Today’s topic focuses on transit in Downtown Kansas City and the story of the KC Streetcar. From the first Streetcar starterline to the Main Street Extension to potential east/west mobility connections, this episode covers the history and…

National Perspective on the Downtown KC Strategic Plan with Chris Beynon, MIG

This week, Imagine Downtown KC podcast Host Kemet Coleman talks with Chris Beynon, AICP about Kansas City from a national perspective including ways in which Downtown can stay competitive.  Chris Beynon serves as Vice President and Chief…

Future of Downtown office marketplace, Vince Bryant, 3D Development

Today’s topic dives into Downtown KC’s office marketplace, the future of it and some of the big ideas for new and innovative office space in downtown! Our guest this week is Vince Bryant, founder & developer at 3D Development.   Stay…