The High Performance Incentive Program promotes the establishment and expansion of high performance industry in the state. The program provides incentives to qualified firms to provide training to employees to upgrade existing employee job skills and offers a sales tax exemption and substantial tax credits in connection with capital investment. Contact: High Performance Incentive Program, Business Development Division Kansas Department of Commerce and Housing 700 SW Harrison, 13th Floor Topeka, KS 66603 785-296-5298 http://www.kansascommerce.com Venture Capital For Kansas Businesses The Innovation and Commercialization Corporations (ICCs) seek entrepreneurs and scientists who are in need of help, to aid in commercializing high-tech products in the development stage. The ICCs aid clients in preparing quality business plans to attract venture capital as well as assistance in preparing competitive ARMF proposals. ICCs help client corporations find affordable business incubator space nearby, so that they can take clients "on-board" and provide constant support. The ICCs also each operate a pre-seed capital fund, which empowers start-up businesses to commercialize new technology. The type of aid available differs slightly between the three corporations. For more information, contact one of the following: Contact: Kansas Innovation Corporation 1617 St. Andrews Dr Lawrence, KS 66047 785-832-2110 http://www.kic.com 60 Contact: Mid-America Commercialization Corp.
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