C.A.R.E.
Business C.A.R.E. Center
The Wichita County Business CARE Center is available to rent for business, educational and social purposes. The CARE Center has a basic kitchen, is Wi-Fi connected and has flexible seating for up to 30 people. Contact WCED for fees and available dates.
WCED can help provide additional technology if needed.
Located at: 102 W. Broadway, Leoti, KS 67861
WCED Staff
The Director of Economic Development is Nikki Bjurstrom, who has worked with WCED since
2019. Bjurstrom and the WCED Board of Directors are a motivated group of leaders focusing on
community partnerships and teamwork.
Dedicated to promoting economic growth and stability, WCED provides progressive leadership
for the betterment of Wichita County by defining problems and mapping out solutions.
WCED Board of Directors
Wichita County Economic Development is directed by a board that includes representatives from City Council, County Commission, education, business, agriculture, senior citizens, youth and minority populations. Members of the current Board of Directors are:
Cole Carpenter, Vice President
Kristin Harbridge, Secretary
Joy Brown
Wyatt Gardener
Wichita County Economic Development: Stimulating and rejuvenating Wichita County
through unified community partnerships and creative resources.