Success Stories
How IMEC Helped Se-Kure Controls Build Marketing Capabilities for the Future
Company Snapshot Company: Se-Kure Controls Location: Illinois Industry: Retail Loss Prevention & Security Manufacturing Products: Anti-theft devices, retail security systems, convex mirrors, and safety products for retailers. MEP Partner: IMEC […]
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
RESHORING 2.0
Explore how Illinois small and mid-sized manufacturers can use automation, process stability, workforce development and digital transformation to compete for the next generation of domestic manufacturing opportunities.
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
From Spreadsheets to Smart Decisions
A practical guide to Power BI dashboards for manufacturers ready to connect data, improve visibility, and make faster decisions.
Blogs
Beyond Spreadsheets: A Practical First Step with Power BI
Manufacturers rarely lack data. The challenge is making information from multiple systems accessible, trusted, and actionable. Learn how a focused Power BI dashboard can improve visibility and support better decisions.
Event
Midwest Aerospace Conference (MAC2026)
MAC2026 will be held October 14–15, 2026 at the Embassy Suites Rockford and will feature two full days of aerospace industry programming, exclusive facility tours, and expanded networking.
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
NAVIGATING DISRUPTION
Learn how small and mid-sized manufacturers can use data, technology and strategic partnerships to improve supply chain visibility, strengthen resilience and better prepare for disruption.
Webinar Recordings
NAVIGATING INVISIBLE BOUNDARIES: Enhancing Communication when Working Across the Globe
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: NAVIGATING INVISIBLE BOUNDARIES: Enhancing Communication when Working Across the Globe Global collaboration brings incredible opportunities but also hidden challenges. Communication, leadership, decision-making, and feedback styles often […]
Event
SparkForce Awards Gala
Join us Thursday, October 8, 2026, at Stonegate Banquet Center in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, for an unforgettable evening celebrating the people and companies shaping the future of manufacturing. Experience a night of connection and camaraderie with friends and colleagues, featuring a seated dinner, one-of-a-kind artwork in our live and silent auctions, and dancing to cap off the celebration.
Event
Kane County Manufacturing: Connecting Industry, Insights, & Opportunity
Join Kane County manufacturers, business leaders, economic development partners and community organizations for an afternoon focused on the future of manufacturing in Kane County.
Event
NextGen Manufacturing AI Summit – Downers Grove
Discover how AI is transforming the future of manufacturing at the NextGen Manufacturing AI Summit.