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Tour will visit manufacturing facilities, colleges and high schools across Illinois to highlight exciting job opportunities in the diverse, innovative industry. 

Springfield, IL. October 6, 2022  – The Ill […]

The Skilled to Build grant program is an opportunity for community colleges to assist in creating solutions that impact the Illinois manufacturing workforce.

Illinois – September 21, 2022:  With missions to […]

Download the Whitepaper to learn how to assess technologies so you can determine if they’re a good fit for your business.

The Manufacturing Reinvented program will provide business advising services and implementation grants to manufacturing companies in suburban Cook County.

Cook County, IL – August 11, 2022:

Today, Cook C […]

Download the Whitepaper to discover best practices for implementing a training program that increases ROI for manufacturers.

Through a funding award from McHenry County Board, IMEC will provide funded projects and technical support to position McHenry manufacturers to thrive in the post-pandemic economy.

McHenry County, IL – July 2 […]

This grant allows faculty from Illinois universities and community colleges to contribute to innovative solutions that will help manufacturers navigate the challenges and opportunities ahead.

Peoria, IL. June […]

Download the Whitepaper to learn how to begin your journey towards digital inclusion and ensure your website is functional for people with disabilities.

Download the Whitepaper to learn how to quickly build a pipeline of skilled workers, boost retention, reduce recruiting costs, and improve productivity.

Download the Checklist for a quick assessment of your cyber security risks. 

Download the Whitepaper for steps that will help you improve and enhance your employee recruitment, retention, and engagement and become an employer of choice.

Collaboration will strengthen state’s manufacturing legacy, ensure future growth.

SPRINGFIELD, IL. March 31, 2022 – On the heels of the global pandemic in which American and Illinois manufacturers led our nat […]

Download the Whitepaper to gain insights on how to effectively attract and retain the new generation of manufacturing workers.

Illinois manufacturers can now access unbiased economic forecasts, education, and best practices to gain and maintain a competitive advantage in today’s shifting economy.

Peoria, IL. March 23, 2022: M […]

Download the Whitepaper for insights and strategies you can use to improve employee attendance.

The Future of Illinois Grant Program will engage higher education to address the needs of Illinois manufacturers.

Illinois, March 1, 2022: Today, IMEC, the Illinois affiliate of the U.S Commerce NIST […]

Grow Your Future Projects are designed to build revenues, address supply chain needs, and strengthen Illinois manufacturers.

Peoria, IL – February 14, 2022: Today, IMEC, the Illinois affiliate of the U.S C […]

Produced as part of IMEC’s ‘Building the Future of Illinois Manufacturing’ initiative, this Foresight Report serves as a strategic roadmap for how Illinois can adapt workforce/workplace shifts and innovation ecosy […]

Recognizing two healthcare organizations that continuously demonstrate their dedication to performance excellence.

Peoria, IL – (November 23, 2021) The 2021 IMEC Silver Award recipients are high-performing o […]

Download the Whitepaper to learn how to overcome the challenges of shifting to IT/OT continuum and create clear lines of authority that will make possible more coordinated and impactful collaboration by CISOs and […]