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Many other Wichita business leaders have made their mark too. Coleman, a name synonymous worldwide with camping and outdoor recreational equipment, produced his first Coleman lantern in Wichita in About the same time, another innovative business leader, A. Hyde, invented a product that was to become a household word Later, two enterprising Wichitans launched White Castle hamburgers here.
Koch Industries, the second largest privately held company in the U. Originally established as the Wood River Oil and Refining Company in , Koch Industries has become one of the most diverse firms in the nation.
Koch's global operations include refined products, chemicals, crude oil services, gas liquids, energy services, chemical technology, minerals services, agriculture and capital services. This original Pizza Hut now resides on the campus of Wichita State University as testimony to the possibilities of vision, hard work and the spirit of entrepreneurship.
A sampling of other well-known national and international companies with roots in Wichita include: Cox Communications, Pioneer Balloon and Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers. While not originating in Wichita, there are numerous other leading companies that have branches here, like Royal Caribbean International.
Obviously, Wichita has come a long way since its beginnings as a trading post and cowtown. Good jobs and good salaries, below national average housing costs, short commute times and burgeoning arts and attractions have also developed in conjunction with this solid, Midwest spirit of hard work and vision. But, it's the original foundation as a center for commerce that has been the one constant ensuring Wichita's progress through good times and bad. It's a legacy of commerce that will continue to keep Wichita prosperous as we charge ahead in this 21st century.
Sources: Dr. Long; "Visions from the Heartland" by Howard Inglish. History of Wichita Now recognized as one of the major mid-sized cities in the nation, Wichita has come a long way since its infant years as a trading post and cowtown. The Wild, Wild West! Down to Business!
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