One of Wichita's largest accounting firms gets a name change as global partnership goes official - Kansas news - NewsLocker (2024)

Forvis formed out of a 2022 merger between BKD and Dixon Hughes Goodman.

City of Wichita announces new location plan for long-awaited homelessness center

The new location will be considered Monday by the Wichita school board and Tuesday by the City Council.

Wichita State, KansasCOM partner to address state's need for physicians

The Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine has similar agreements with Fort Hays State University, Kansas Wesleyan University, Southwestern College, Friends University and Newman University.

Ad Astra tech summit to host Bill Nye in October in Wichita

Bill Nye is headed for Wichita later this year as part of an annual technology event.

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Koch Industries to change name, update corporate structure

Koch has continued to diversify in areas such as technology and real estate in recent years.

Spirit AeroSystems replaces CFO Mark Suchinski with a board member

Spirit AeroSystems has made a change at CFO, with its new financial leader coming from the company's board of directors.

Open Houses: $1.4M Maize home has sand volleyball, pool to go with indoor luxury

Fun at the beach, in the pool and at the movies are all possible at this luxury property outside of the Wichita city limits.

Wichita church to move out of Delano with assist from Riverfront Village developer

In 2022, Metropolitan Baptist Church sold its building near the west bank of the Arkansas River but has continued to occupy the space. Developers plan to eventually turn the site into a mixed-use development that could be a nine-figure endeavor.

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Junior League's $2 million gift gets Exploration Place closer to outdoor expansion goal

The Junior League of Wichita has completed its $2 million fundraising campaign for the creation of the Water Play Cascades.

Wichita startup focuses on artificial intelligence and how business can benefit from it

Jason Van Sickle, who previously made his mark in Wichita real estate, is a co-founder alongside son Taylor Van Sickle and daughter Alexandria Van Sickle-Baird.

Two of Wichita's best in marketing are first in the WBJ's Awards Hall of Fame

Two of Wichita's most well-known marketing professionals are the first to enter the WBJ's Marketing Awards Hall of Fame.

Longtime Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics leader John Winter dies

An engineer by trade, John Winter bought the company in 1980 and served as president and CEO until 2000 when his son took over.

Rainbows United hires Rachel Banning as president

Rachel Banning, who spearheaded the Orpheum's rehabilitation effort during her time as executive director, has returned to philanthropy work.

Meet the 2024 40 Under 40 Hall of Fame class

These Hall of Famers will be recognized at the WBJ's 40 Under 40 dinner June 13.

Faces of Biomed: KU's Wichita dean sees big benefits for students, city's core in campus

Currently, Minns says about 50 KU med students spend two years in Kansas City before moving to Wichita. That's going to change once the downtown campus opens.

The Orpheum promotes Stacee Olden as executive director

Rachel Banning departs the Orpheum Theater for a CEO position at a Wichita nonprofit.

Alissa Huibsch named president, co-owner at her family's company Metal Arts

Alissa Huibsch, whose parents bought Metal Arts in 2001, joined the family business in 2013 and had most recently been vice president of operations and project management.

Wichita City Council considers CID boundary change for future Hawaiian Bros lot

Hawaiian Bros customers may be able to avoid an added sales tax that is a part of the area's community improvement district.

Wichita airports to receive $7.7 million in FAA infrastructure grants

Airport Infrastructure Grants from the U.S. Department of Transportation and Federal Aviation Administration help airports of all sizes with needed improvements.

BizTalk 366: Equity Bank's Rick Sems talks bank acquisitions and more

Almost two decades ago, Rick Sems wrote a paper about the very kind of acquisitions Equity Bank in Wichita is now making.

Credit Union of America branch expansion involves movement in where some employees work

Certain team members currently working at CUA's headquarters will move to the expanded location, and others will move to the Delano District branch.

FAA says Boeing production increase won't happen soon

A three-hour meeting between Boeing leaders and FAA officials included the planemaker accepting findings from the regulatory agency's panel on safety concerns.

Kendra Moody helps Career Women navigate 'being intentional' about nutrition

Kendra Moody, who has a wellness business called Restore Health Coaching, spoke Thursday about the importance of nutrient-dense foods to fuel an active lifestyle.

The WBJ's Business Startup Guide gives insights for Wichita entrepreneurs

The WBJ's 2024 guide includes Q&As with key people to know within the startup scene, a list of resources for entrepreneurs — including for women and minority small business owners — and advice from established founders.

People you should know in Wichita's startup scene: Brandy Willett

At Wichita State University, Brandy Willett helps advise small businesses from idea phase all the way to starting the business and then to ways they can improve.

People you should know in Wichita's startup scene: Andrea Hattan

Andrea Hattan is founder of The Hive, a women's-focused co-working space that has served nearly 800 entrepreneurial women over the past six years since its opening.

Open Houses: A taste of resort life awaits at this $1.2M northwest Wichita home

The 4,800 square-foot house has five bedrooms and five-and-a-half bathrooms.

Riordan Clinic receives $1-million donation earmarked for research, operations

Part of a $1-million donation to the north Wichita clinic will be in line with its work in holistic medical research and cancer care.

Here's how your business can appear on WBJ's 2024 Private Companies List

The Private Companies List will be ranked by companywide revenue in 2023 and is limited to local companies or subsidiaries based within Sedgwick, Butler, Harvey, and Sumner counties.

Wichita plans for Mahomes-backed Whataburger franchisee on hold for now

KMO Burger is an investor-led franchise group that includes Patrick Mahomes, the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback and three-time Super Bowl MVP.