Webinar Recordings
GET MATCH READY: Preparing for Supplier Matchmaking at Defense Industry Day
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: GET MATCH READY: Preparing for Supplier Matchmaking at Defense Industry Day Register: Defense Industry Day Supplier matchmaking is a key component of Defense Industry Day, offering manufacturers the opportunity to connect directly with defense buyers and prime contractors, but success depends on preparation. Join IMEC and the Illinois APEX Accelerator for […]
Blogs
Building High-Impact Internship Programs: A Strategic Guide for Manufacturers
A well-designed internship program isn’t just short-term support, it’s a strategic, scalable way for manufacturers to build a stronger, future-ready workforce.
Webinar Recordings
INTERNSHIPS IN ACTION: Building Tomorrow’s Manufacturing Workforce
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Session Handout: INTERNSHIPS IN ACTION: Building Tomorrow’s Manufacturing Workforce Watch: ENGAGING MULTI GENERATIONS: Strengthening Skills through Training Pathways Internship programs can do more than fill short-term staffing needs, they can help manufacturers strengthen their talent pipelines and prepare the next generation of workers. This webinar will show how well-designed internships benefit both companies […]
Assessments
Free Value Growth Diagnostic
By completing this short assessment, you’ll see how well your current marketing and sales investments are working across the 8 value drivers that matter most to growth and valuation, and where to focus next.
News
5 for 5: Illinois Secures 5 High-Profile Wins in 5 Weeks
Originally published by the Illinois Economic Development Corporation, this article features IMEC President David Boulay and highlights recent manufacturing and economic development wins across Illinois.
Whitepapers, Reports & Executive Briefs
5 Critical OSHA Standards Every Manufacturer Should Get Right
Manufacturers don’t struggle with knowing safety matters, they struggle with executing it consistently. This whitepaper breaks down five of the most critical OSHA standards impacting manufacturing operations today, highlighting where organizations commonly fall short and what to do about it. Drawing on recent OSHA enforcement data and real-world manufacturing environments, it focuses on the gaps […]
Success Stories
From Assessment to Automation: How Quadrant Tool Turned Insight into Revenue-Generating Space
Quadrant Tool & Manufacturing Company is a precision CNC machining business located in Schaumburg, specializing in high-precision components for advanced manufacturing industries such as medical, aerospace, and defense. When leadership began evaluating how to make better use of their facility, they didn’t start with equipment, they started with strategy. In 2023, the company partnered with […]
Webinar Recordings
Part 3 – NEW TARIFF REALITY: Planning for Post-July 24 and Beyond
This session covers scenario A/B/C financial modeling, supply chain diversification, export readiness as a tariff hedge, and individual advisory follow-through.
Webinar Recordings
BREAKING DOWN CONFUSION: Work Standards, Standard Work, and Standardized Work
This webinar will highlight learning to differentiate and apply three variations of Work Standards: Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, and Job Aids.
News
IMEC Celebrates 30 Years Strengthening Illinois Manufacturers Across Every Hometown
PEORIA, Ill., March 24, 2026 — From legacy metal casting at State Line Foundries in South Beloit to river simulation systems engineered by Emriver in Carbondale, the Made in My Hometown series showcases the breadth of innovation across Illinois manufacturing. The series is part of the 30th anniversary of the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC), […]