KS Public Finance Center Events

The Kansas Public Finance Center at Wichita State University organizes various professional development and networking events across the state. Our annual spring conference is a highly anticipated gathering that unites public finance practitioners, educators, and students to share knowledge and ideas, all aimed at promoting the field of public finance in Kansas. Additionally, we offer complimentary Lunch and Learn events multiple times a year. These sessions provide an opportunity for public finance professionals, professors, and students to enhance their understanding of public finance while expanding their professional networks.

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Upcoming Public Finance Events

Public Finance Professionals Lunch & Learn | "Local Option Sales Taxes"

Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025 | 12-1 PM
Venue: Kansas Turnpike Authority (9401 E Kellogg, Wichita, KS) (Executive Conference Room)

Join us for the Kansas Public Finance Center's Public Finance Professionals Lunch and Learn! The topic for the September meeting will be "Local Option Sales Taxes." This free event is designed to facilitate knowledge sharing on the latest public finance topics, providing a unique opportunity for cross-sector networking. Engage with practitioners, academics, and students as we come together to foster collaboration and insight. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your expertise and expand your network in the world of public finance! Mark your calendars and join us for insightful discussions and connections!

Thank you to Kansas Turnpike Authority for sponsoring lunch at this event!

Past Events

2025 Spring Public Finance Conference | Bridging Theory and Practice

May 1st - 2nd, 2025
Wichita State University (Rhatigan Student Center, 3rd Floor & NetApp Innovation Campus)

Join us for the Spring Public Finance Conference on May 1-2, 2025, at Wichita State University, where thought leaders and innovators will converge to explore the dynamic intersection of theory and practice in public finance. From insightful discussions on the impact of federal policies on state and local governments to cutting-edge explorations of AI and machine learning in financial management, the conference promises a rich exchange of ideas. Engage with expert panelists, attend thought-provoking sessions, and network with fellow professionals dedicated to advancing public strategies that will promote economic vitality in Kansas.

Public Finance Professionals Lunch & Learn | "Fund Balance Guidelines for the General Fund"

April 11, 2025 | View Presentation Slides

Public Finance Professionals Lunch & Learn | "Public Engagement in the Budget Process"

Feb. 14, 2025 | View Presentation Slides

Workshop | Building Academic-Practice Partnerships in Public Finance

Building Academic-Practice Partnerships in Public Finance
March 31, 2023 | 8:00am - 5:30pm
Woosley Hall Wichita State University

The Kansas Public Finance Center, the Hugo Wall School of Public Affairs, and the Environmental Finance Center hosted a free workshop focused on building partnerships between public service practitioners and academic researchers.  The conversations at this workshop featured speakers from across the country who spoke on topics including infrastructure financing, decision-making, municipal sustainability, assessment tools, and more.