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Posted: March 19, 2024

Argonne is Supercharging Manufacturers with Science

Chris Heckle Argonne

In this episode of the DuPage Business Beat podcast, host Greg Bedalov sits down with Chris Heckle, Director of the Materials Manufacturing Innovation Center, to discuss the transformative work happening at Argonne—and the collaboration behind it.

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Posted: March 4, 2024

Chicagoland Named Top Metro for Corporate Investment, 11 Years in a Row

corporate investment

For the 11th consecutive year, Chicagoland has been named the #1 region for corporate investment by Site Selection Magazine.

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Posted: February 29, 2024

Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership: Year in Review, 2023

One year ago, we embarked on a remarkable journey with the launch of the Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership (GCEP). Our mission was clear – to unite and showcase the global competitiveness of the Chicagoland region, leveraging our diverse talent, advanced infrastructure, renowned institutions, and top-ranked industries. Today, we proudly share with you the GCEP’s 2023 report, a testament to our collective efforts and an invitation for you to join us as we further define the future of the region.

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Posted: April 15, 2024

Breakfast with the Chair: Creating Workplaces that Work for Everyone

DuPage County business leaders gathered on Wednesday, April 10th at The Westwood in Lisle for a roundtable discussion on mental health in the workplace, employee wellness, and generational differences. The discussion is part of an ongoing series hosted by The Hon. Deborah Conroy, DuPage County Board Chair, and Choose DuPage, designed to provide an opportunity for the business community to connect, learn, and discuss important topics affecting DuPage County.

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Posted: April 8, 2024

ComEd Announces Elmhurst Substation Expansion Project to Power Regional Economic Growth

ComEd

Upgrades support future energy needs and electricity capacity growth for homes and businesses in DuPage County and northern Illinois.

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Posted: April 8, 2024

2024 Compensation & Benefits Survey

The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association and Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center invite you to participate in the 2024 Compensation & Benefits Survey. The survey covers approximately 180 titles across 13 job families including jobs at the plant, supervisory, management, executive, and board level. Data will be collected on base pay, pay grades, target incentive levels, and benefits information including insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

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Posted: March 20, 2024

Illinois Ranks #2 in Nation for Corporate Expansions and Relocations for Second Year

Corporate investment

The state ranks #2 in the nation for corporate expansions and relocations for the second year in a row, with 552 business expansion or relocation projects in 2023 (up from 487 in 2022). Illinois also placed #2 in projects per capita, up from #4 the previous year.

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