Manufacturing plays a material role in McPherson and the surrounding McPherson County. No other sector does more to generate broad-scale economic growth and, ultimately, higher living standards than manufacturing. One way to measure this is through multipliers, which are used to quantify the indirect and induced impact of activity in an industry; they help us identify which industries play the most significant role in our economy. The manufacturing industry has a multiplier of at least 9.0. This means that, on average, the creation of one manufacturing job will result in at least nine total jobs in the economy. Also, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, every dollar spent in manufacturing generates $1.48 in economic activity, more than any other significant economic sector. A successful mastermind grant application is the first step in ensuring MIDC has what it needs to continue to support existing manufacturers and attract new ones. The grant would cover the consultant fees to ensure McPherson has the correct information from a world leader in site selection to keep McPherson thriving. If the consultant’s advice is followed as MIDC intends, we expect to see increased proposal requests, site visits, and possible industrial project wins, all of which can be tracked. This will not only boost the local economy but also create more job opportunities and improve the overall quality of life in McPherson.