City Quote by Sharice Davids
“The Kansas City metro doesn't get recognized often enough for the innovative and often model-building work that's going on here.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public remarks, Kansas City Innovation Forum, 2023
The Kansas City area is under‑appreciated despite its strong culture of innovative, model‑building projects.
In simple terms: Kansas City’s innovation is overlooked.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and promote local innovation.
Themes
innovation
recognition
regional pride
Mood
proud
optimistic
Type
inspirational
advocacy
When to use this quote
- city planning meetings
- startup pitches
- regional economic reports
Key Concepts
model building
creative ecosystems
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we raise awareness of regional innovation?
- What metrics best showcase model‑building work?
A Different Perspective
Local bias may cause underestimation of impact.
