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Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski led a roundtable at Wagner Machine Company in Champaign to champion the critical role of the MEP program, administered in Illinois by IMEC, and to voice strong opposition to proposed federal funding cuts that threaten small manufacturers’ growth and resilience.
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Small and mid-size manufacturers are the foundation of American industry. They make up 99% of all manufacturing companies, provide good jobs in every community and anchor supply chain resilience. Yet, […]
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From immigrant beginnings and odd jobs to leading a top manufacturing firm, Alex Nadtochiy brings a global perspective, hands-on experience, and a passion for building to his new role on the IMEC Board of Directors.
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IMEC and the Illinois District Export Council have partnered to help Illinois manufacturers strengthen supply chains and expand global trade through a new educational webinar series.
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This year, 29 small and mid-sized manufacturers across Illinois are receiving a combined $1.35 million in capital grant funding.
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On May 7, 2025, Joanne Ruiz and Amy Clary, officially earned the designation of TPM Talent Supply Chain Manager, joining a national network of professionals working to solve workforce challenges […]
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East Peoria, IL — IMEC and the Land of Lincoln Workforce Alliance (LLWA) were honored for excellence in workforce collaboration during the Illinois Workforce Summit, held at the Embassy Suites […]
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The Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) is driven by a dedicated team committed to strengthening and advancing Illinois manufacturing. Guiding this mission, the IMEC Board of Directors comprises local industry […]
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The Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) is led by a team of individuals dedicated to the growth and competitiveness of Illinois manufacturing. The IMEC Board of Directors is an essential […]
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March 5, 2025 Quantum technologies could unlock the potential for new areas of large-scale R&D and ultimately new business applications. It would allow scientists and engineers to experiment and push […]
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November 22, 2024 Cook County, IL – Cook County is proud to announce that the Cook County Bureau of Economic Development has been named a winner in the 23rd annual Chicago […]
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October 11, 2024 CHAMPAIGN – The “Makers on the Move” statewide bus tour will wrap up with stops this weekend in Champaign, after traveling more than 2,500 miles across Illinois […]
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October 4, 2024 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) and the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) today launched the third annual “Makers on the Move” […]
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Chicago, IL – September 12, 2024 IMEC and World Business Chicago (WBC) announce a new partnership aimed at aligning strategies and resources to strengthen Chicago’s manufacturing sector and drive inclusive […]
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As the manufacturing industry faces a critical juncture, businesses are grappling with the challenges of an aging workforce, rapid technological advancements, and a widening skills gap. The question for many […]
