Greater Topeka Partnership and The Chamber, Lawrence Announce 2023 City Swap Event

The Greater Topeka Partnership and The Chamber, Lawrence, Kansas, are excited to announce the 2023 Topeka-Lawrence “City Swap” event, taking place Oct. 12-13, 2023. This event will bring together business leaders, elected officials, and community stakeholders to participate in a tour of each city. The two-day event will feature speakers, networking, and opportunities to learn about the exciting developments in each community. The City Swap is a follow up to the joint intercity visit the two cities collaborated on in 2022.

“We are thrilled to partner with the Lawrence chamber for this exciting event,” said Matt Pivarnik, CEO of the Greater Topeka Partnership. “This City Swap is a unique opportunity for our two cities to come together, exchange ideas, and showcase the strengths and successes of each community. Our cities have a common economy, and our future will be stronger through collaboration and shared regional strategic goals.”

Bonnie Lowe, CEO of The Chamber, Lawrence, echoed Pivarnik's sentiment.

“This event will provide an excellent platform for the business leaders, elected officials, and community stakeholders from both cities to connect and collaborate,” Lowe said. “We believe this will lead to increased economic opportunities and a more dynamic partnership between our two communities.”

The 2023 Topeka-Lawrence City Swap event will be in Topeka on Oct. 12, and Lawrence on Oct. 13. Both cities will feature tours, speakers, and presentations highlighting their thriving business communities and recent developments.

This event is open to anyone who is interested in learning more about the strengths and successes of these two vibrant communities. To register or learn more about the 2023 Topeka-Lawrence City Swap, visit TopekaPartnership.com/TopekaLawrenceTogether.