Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
2025 Made in Illinois Impact Report
See how strategic investment is helping Illinois manufacturers modernize, strengthen their workforce, increase productivity, and build a more competitive future.
News
Governor Pritzker Announces $30 Million EDA Grant for Advancing Quantum
The Bloch’s Selection Advances Illinois’ Competitiveness as a Global Leader in Quantum Technology
News
IMEC Celebrates Federal Investment in the Bloch Quantum Tech Hub
IMEC joins partners in celebrating a major investment that strengthens Illinois’ leadership in advanced manufacturing and the emerging quantum economy.
Webinar Recordings
SPURRING MANUFACTURING SUCCESS: State Programs for Manufacturing Innovation and Productivity
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:Â Session Handout: SPURRING MANUFACTURING SUCCESS: State Programs for Manufacturing Innovation and Productivity Illinois is investing in manufacturers like you. The question is, are you taking full advantage of […]
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
Grant Guide for Small Businesses
Learn how to identify grant opportunities, submit competitive applications, and secure funding to support your business growth.
Event
UNLOCKING GROWTH POTENTIAL: Southeastern Illinois Manufacturing Roundtable – Flora
Join us at this hands‑on, solution‑oriented meeting created for manufacturers seeking real‑world strategies to build and retain a strong workforce.
Event
SPURRING MANUFACTURING SUCCESS: State Programs for Manufacturing Innovation and Productivity
Join us for this webinar featuring Director Kristin Richards of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), who will share insight into the state’s strategy and commitment to supporting manufacturers through these initiatives.
News
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 […]
News
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.
News
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.