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David Toland
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| 52nd Lieutenant Governor of Kansas | |
| Assumed office January 2, 2021 |
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| Governor | Laura Kelly |
| Preceded by | Lynn Rogers |
| Secretary of Commerce of Kansas | |
| Assumed office January 14, 2019 |
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| Governor | Laura Kelly |
| Preceded by | Robert North |
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| Born | May 27, 1977 |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Married |
| Children | 2 |
| Education | University of Kansas (BA, MPA) |
David C. Toland was born on May 27, 1977. He is an American politician and businessman. He currently holds two important jobs in Kansas. He is the 52nd Lieutenant Governor of Kansas. He is also the Kansas Secretary of Commerce.
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About David Toland
Early Life and School
David Toland grew up in Iola, Kansas. His family has lived in Kansas for many generations. He went to the University of Kansas. There, he earned two degrees. He studied political science and public administration.
His Career Journey
Before his current roles, David Toland worked in different places. He worked for the government in Washington, D.C. He also worked for a company that deals with buildings. Most recently, he led an organization in Iola, Kansas. This group helped improve community health and local economy.
Kansas Secretary of Commerce
In 2019, Governor Laura Kelly chose David Toland for a big job. She appointed him as the Kansas Secretary of Commerce. This happened after she became governor. The Kansas Senate approved his appointment. He received support from both major political parties.
As Secretary of Commerce, David Toland has done many things. He helped bring back the state's International Division. This division helps Kansas businesses work with other countries. He also helped end a "Border War" between Kansas and Missouri. This was about companies getting special deals. He also brought back the Kansas Main Street Program. This program helps improve downtown areas.
In 2020, his team helped bring new businesses to Kansas. They helped a food company expand in Salina. They also helped a clothing company open a big center. Two new Amazon centers also came to Kansas. In total, these projects brought over $2.5 billion to the state. This was the most money ever for new investments in Kansas. Because of this success, Kansas won a special award. It was also named a top state for business.
Becoming Lieutenant Governor
On December 14, 2020, Governor Laura Kelly made another announcement. She said David Toland would become the Lieutenant Governor of Kansas. This happened after the previous lieutenant governor, Lynn Rogers, took a new job. David Toland still serves as both the Secretary of Commerce and the Lieutenant Governor.
His Family Life
David Toland is married and has two children.
