The company joins more than 100 digital health companies in the
Kansas City region
KANSAS CITY, Mo., Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hart, Inc.,
will locate its new national headquarters in Kansas City, Missouri, announced
the Kansas City Area Development Council. The innovative
health care data transformation company known for facilitating
access and unification of information for health care service
providers and clients, serves notable industry companies including
Oracle Health, Netsmart and Baptist Health.
"The legacy of digital health companies in the region and the
innovation coming out of this sector creates opportunities for our
market to attract companies that are building the next generation
of digital health technology," said Tim
Cowden, president and CEO of KCADC.
"We are thrilled to announce the relocation of our headquarters
to Kansas City. This is a
strategic decision that aligns with our commitment to innovation
and growth. Kansas City's thriving
digital health ecosystem provides a foundation for us to tap into
cutting-edge resources, foster collaborative partnerships and drive
advancements in health care data transformation. This move
positions us at the forefront of a dynamic community, bolstering
our efforts to make health care data more accessible, and we could
not be more excited," said Dominique
Gross, CEO of Hart.
Originally founded in 2012 in Orange
County, Calif., transitioning to Kansas City will allow Hart direct access to
key clients located in the region. The new headquarters, located in
the River Market district, will create 35 high-paying jobs
representing more than $3 million in
annual payroll.
"Hart will join more than 100 digital health companies located
in the region," said Dick Flanigan,
CEO of Digital Health KC. "From startups to large enterprises, the
companies in the Kansas City
market are working to solve health care's toughest challenges
through the power of information technology."
Kansas City is at the center of
health care and data, with 25,000 experienced professionals working
in digital health. Firms throughout the area are continuously
innovating in the areas of virtual care, health data management and
visualization, health care analytics and more.
"Kansas City is on a roll,"
said Steven Anthony, vice president
of business development with the Economic Development Corporation
of Kansas City, Missouri. "Our
economy and specifically our digital health sector has seen
tremendous growth in recent years and it's rewarding to see Hart,
Inc. adding to that momentum."
Several of the tech industry's most recognizable brands are
headquartered in the Kansas City
region, including Garmin, H&R Block, T-Mobile and VML. In 2023,
the region was recognized as a federal "tech hub" of elite
innovation and advanced research and development.
"With more than 100,000 people employed in the region's tech
sector, digital health is a critical industry hiding in plain sight
in Kansas City," said Tim Cowden, president and CEO of the Kansas City
Area Development Council. "The legacy of digital health companies
in the region and the innovation coming out of this sector creates
opportunities for our market to attract companies, including Hart,
that are building the next generation of digital health
technology."
About Hart, Inc.
Founded in 2012 in Orange County,
California, Hart is a health care technology company focused
on enhancing health systems through state-of-the-art data
management solutions. Our mission is to connect, organize, and
elevate the value of health care data. With compatibility across
over 400 EHR systems, Hart provides reliable data transformation,
significantly improving the quality and accessibility of health
care information. At Hart, we are dedicated to making data
accessible for every patient, allowing for improved care and better
outcomes. For more information visit https://www.hart.com/
About the Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City
The Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City, Missouri, is a 501c4 agency that
works to retain and grow its resident businesses, attract high
opportunity companies, and attract and retain a skilled and diverse
workforce. The goal of EDCKC is to foster continued and sustainable
growth that benefits a vibrant and diverse community. To learn
more, visit edckc.com.
About the Kansas City Area Development Council (KCADC)
Serving the 18-county, two-state Kansas
City area, the Kansas City Area Development Council is an
economic development nonprofit that promotes the region's business
and lifestyle assets to companies and talent around the world.
Working closely with its two states, and 50-plus county and
community partners, the region has attracted more than 64,000 new
jobs over its 45-year history. KCADC also leads the efforts behind
the KC Animal Health Corridor, KC SmartPort, TeamKC, KC Global
Design and KC Heartland. thinkKC.com
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