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Celebrating Manufacturing Month in October

During the month of October, the EDC will join others around the country to celebrate Manufacturing Month. Our community’s legacy and success is due to the contributions made by manufacturers and… Read more about Celebrating Manufacturing Month in October

Business Interruption Grant (BIG) Round 2

The EDC strongly encourages every Macon County business that meets the eligibility requirements to apply regardless of if you are a “priority” business, in a Disproportionately Impacted Area (DIA), etc. DCEO… Read more about Business Interruption Grant (BIG) Round 2

Hispanic Heritage Month

From September 15th through October 15th, the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity’s Office of Minority Economic Empowerment celebrates the accomplishments and the cultures of Hispanics. DCEO-OMEE will be… Read more about Hispanic Heritage Month

National Black Business Month

Join us as we celebrate National Black Business Month in August and recognize the Black-owned businesses in our community, state and across the country. Below you’ll find both statewide and… Read more about National Black Business Month

SBDC Starting Your Business Webinar

Join the Illinois Small Business Development Center and the EDC as we co-host a free webinar on “Starting Your Business in Illinois.” The event will take place from 8:30 AM… Read more about SBDC Starting Your Business Webinar

Decatur Commerce Park Ranked Ninth in the Nation for Top Industrial Parks in Business Facilities Magazine

Decatur Commerce Park Ranked Ninth in the Nation for Top Industrial Parks in Business Facilities Magazine Decatur, Illinois – Decatur, Illinois’ Commerce Park was recently ranked ninth in the nation… Read more about Decatur Commerce Park Ranked Ninth in the Nation for Top Industrial Parks in Business Facilities Magazine

3D Printing Entrepreneurs, Businesses, Non-Profits Produce 450 Reusable Face Shields for MCEMA

May 4, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Nicole Bateman, President Economic Development Corporation of Decatur-Macon County Cell Phone: 217-369-1509 3D Printing Entrepreneurs, Businesses, Non-Profits Produce 450 Reusable Face Shields… Read more about 3D Printing Entrepreneurs, Businesses, Non-Profits Produce 450 Reusable Face Shields for MCEMA

The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) recently announced Makers Madness, a brand new contest highlighting the innovative and diverse manufacturing sector in Illinois. In this bracket-style contest, you… Read more about Cast Your Vote for Decatur-Made Products