Jul 13 2024 35 mins
The ACEC Kansas podcast sits down with Matt Volz, head of the Kansas Infrastructure Hub. Tune in to learn more about what “The Hub” means for Kansas communities, economic development, public safety, and of course, ACEC KS member firms!
In this episode of the QBS Express, the ACEC Kansas podcast, host Scott Heidner, Executive Director of ACEC Kansas, sits down with Matt Volz to discuss the Kansas Infrastructure Hub. Matt Volz, recently appointed to lead the Kansas Infrastructure Hub, shares his journey from Northern Minnesota to his pivotal role in Kansas. The conversation delves into the origins, funding, and impact of the Kansas Infrastructure Hub and the Build Kansas Fund. They discuss the types of projects eligible, the agencies involved, and the significant opportunities for consulting engineering firms. Listen in to learn how this initiative aims to leverage federal dollars to enhance Kansas infrastructure and the ripple effect it has on the economy and local communities.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:57 Matt Volz's Background and Career Journey
02:13 Transition to Kansas DOT and ITS Engineering
05:14 Consulting Career and International Experience
07:35 Return to Kansas and the Infrastructure Hub
08:41 Overview of the Kansas Infrastructure Hub
13:27 Funding and Legislative Support
14:50 Eligibility and Application Process
20:48 Impact on Consulting Engineering Companies
26:19 Success Stories and Future Plans
31:44 Lightning Round: Getting to Know Matt Volz
34:19 Conclusion and Farewell
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