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IMEC Launches NextGen Makers Internship Program to Strengthen Illinois Manufacturing Workforce
The Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) today announced the launch of the NextGen Makers Internship Program, a structured, employer-driven initiative designed to help small and mid-sized Illinois manufacturers develop skilled […]
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Cook County Announces Grant Program for Casting and Forging Businesses
Cook County has launched Cook County Forging Growth, a grant and cohort program helping local casting and forging manufacturers modernize operations and compete for new opportunities.
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IMEC and Kane County EDC Announce Extended Manufacturing Grant Program for Local Manufacturers
New Opportunities Available to Strengthen Operations, Workforce, and Competitiveness in Kane County.
Whitepapers & Reports
MADE IN KANE
See how Kane County manufacturers grew operations, built resilient workforces, and secured 880+ jobs in the IMEC impact report.
Webinar Recordings
BUILDING TALENT PIPELINES: The Power of Internship Programs
Join us for an upcoming webinar where we’ll explore how internships can become a strategic part of your talent pipeline.
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Governor Pritzker Awards $1.3 Million to 29 Manufacturing Companies Through Made in Illinois Grant Program
This year, 29 small and mid-sized manufacturers across Illinois are receiving a combined $1.35 million in capital grant funding.
Event
CHAMPIONS OF WORKFORCE: Kane County Celebration – Elgin
Join us for a special event recognizing the impact of workforce development efforts across Kane County.
Event
GROW TO LEAD: Developing People-First Leaders Series
This series equips supervisors with the essential skills to lead with self-awareness, communicate effectively, and engage their teams.
Webinar Recordings
POWER YOUR POTENTIAL: SBA Working Capital Tools for Growing Businesses
Join us for an exclusive session where the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will unveil its innovative Working Capital Pilot Program — a versatile new solution designed to fuel your business’s growth and resilience.
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Cook County Bureau of Economic Development Earns County’s First Chicago Innovation Award
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 […]