Advancing the Development of Minority Entrepreneurship (ADME) is a 7-week program that will assist aspiring entrepreneurs that want to launch their new business model. Applicants will bring their great idea,… Read more about Advancing the Development of Minority Entrepreneurship
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Celebrating Small Business Week
In celebration of National Small Business Week, we’re happy to share some exciting events and learning opportunities scheduled during the month of May. Check out the details of these events… Read more about Celebrating Small Business Week
SBDC Workshop on Exports & Payment Methods
Join the Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at the Champaign County Economic Development Corporation on March 14, 2018 for a FREE workshop on Export Documentation and International Payment Methods…. Read more about SBDC Workshop on Exports & Payment Methods
Illinois Ranks Third in Governor’s Cup Awards
Chicago, March 5th, 2018 – Congratulations are in order for the state of Illinois and the combined work efforts of INTERSECT ILLINOIS, the statewide private economic development organization, and the… Read more about Illinois Ranks Third in Governor’s Cup Awards
Apply for the Employer Training Investment Program (ETIP) Grant
The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) recently announced receipt of an Employer Training Investment Program grant (ETIP) through the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO). All training that occurs… Read more about Apply for the Employer Training Investment Program (ETIP) Grant
EPL BAS Midwest Analytical Lab Named Winner for Global AGROW Award
November 15, 2017 | Decatur, IL – EPL Bio Analytical Services (EPL BAS), Niantic/Harristown, IL, is once again a winner for the annual AGROW – Best Supporting Role Award. This… Read more about EPL BAS Midwest Analytical Lab Named Winner for Global AGROW Award
Celebrating Manufacturing Day Local students particpate in Decatur's 2nd Annual Manufacturing Days
Approximately 250 students from Decatur’s MacArthur and Eisenhower High Schools and Heartland Tech Academy participated in Decatur’s 2nd Annual Manufacturing Days held on October 25th through October 27th at… Read more about Celebrating Manufacturing Day
Decatur, Champaign EDCs Announce Partnership. “Starting Your Business in Illinois” workshop will be held at the Decatur EDC office on May 11th from 9-11 AM, and on May 25th from 2-4 PM.
DECATUR, IL, April 19, 2017 – Businesses in the Decatur area now have local access to the most comprehensive small business assistance network in the United States. Officials from the… Read more about Decatur, Champaign EDCs Announce Partnership.
Akorn Celebrates New Expansion & Warehouse with Chamber Ribbon Cutting
Decatur, IL – The City of Decatur, Greater Decatur Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development Corporation, and Akorn, Inc. will celebrate the opening of the 30,000-square foot expansion to Akorn’s existing… Read more about Akorn Celebrates New Expansion & Warehouse with Chamber Ribbon Cutting
Akorn breaks ground on their new $25 Million expansion!
DECATUR – The City of Decatur, Greater Decatur Chamber of Commerce, state and local officials and representatives from Akorn held a groundbreaking today at 1222 W. Grand to announce the… Read more about Akorn breaks ground on their new $25 Million expansion!