Johnson County Economic Development Corporation

The Johnson County Economic Development Corporation (JCEDC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering business growth and community development in Johnson County, Missouri. Headquartered in Warrensburg, the corporation provides resources for business attraction, retention, and expansion, including site selection assistance and access to financing through microloans and state incentives. JCEDC is particularly focused on developing the Highway 50 Innovation Corridor and the Johnson County Innovation District, which target advancements in life sciences, technology, and advanced manufacturing. While it is an economic development agency rather than a pharmaceutical developer, it serves as a critical facilitator for biotech and healthcare-related research and industrial growth within the Greater Kansas City region's Animal Health Corridor.