Kansas City Born: A Conversation with Mayor Quinton Lucas

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Hosted by the North Capital Forum This fireside with Quinton Lucas explored the role of cities in shaping North America’s economic and strategic future, from trade and investment to infrastructure, talent, and collaboration. The conversation highlighted Kansas City’s growing position as a hub connecting markets across the region—and its ability to translate its central geographic position into global relevance. As the smallest of the 16 FIFA World Cup 2026 host cities, Kansas City demonstrated how cities beyond the continent’s largest metropolitan areas can leverage major international platforms to strengthen their global profile and economic connections. Speakers: • Mayor Quinton Lucas,…