If you’re a K-State alumnus you probably already know all the reasons why Manhattan, Kansas is a great place to live and to operate and grow a business. If you’ve forgotten or if you’re new to Manhattan, please read on.

With more than 4,000 K-State graduates and 3,000 military personnel transitioning out of Fort Riley every year, there is never a labor shortage in Manhattan. You’ll see the benefits of:

These are just a few of the reasons we’re an ideal environment for your business. Learn why Dave Dreiling, (Class of ’89) President of GTM Sportswear decided to start and grow his business in Manhattan.

The Little Apple® has taken a progressive attitude about partnership – our city, county, state, education and business leaders are working together to create unique business opportunities.

Our economic incentives combined with an outstanding quality of life yet a low cost of living form an atmosphere where businesses can thrive.

Learn why Bill Sanford, (Class of ’65) Chairman of NanoScale Materials, Inc. thinks Manhattan is a terrific place for this new nanotechnology business.

Manhattan also takes great pride in making education a top priority. With our strong school systems, businesses find training begins in their own backyard. Area companies receive special attention, more hands-on training and a stronger network of resources.

Our location in the center of North America creates even more advantages for area businesses. With close proximity to consumer and business markets throughout the nation, communication and transportation become more flexible and faster.

Learn why Farrar Corporation President, Joe Farrar, (Class of ’71) and his son Todd, (Class of ’97) decided to “Come Home” to Manhattan when they needed to expand their family manufacturing business.

There are hundreds of reasons to raise a family and build your business in Manhattan. Contact us today and we’ll help you get started.

For 40 years of memories about K-State and Manhattan, view or download the “Little Apple Facts” booklet.

We hope you will enjoy it – we certainly enjoyed putting it together for you!

A very special thank you to the K-State Alumni Association and the Riley County Historical Society for being our “memory” for the Little Apple Facts book. We couldn’t have done it without your help.