Director's Update - October 9, 2020

Posted October 9th, 2020

Good afternoon everyone,
It’s been a busy week here at NW Illinois Economic Development, and a constructive one as we prepare for a board meeting next week. This week NWILED staff have:

Followed up regarding a potential grant process
Followed up with a potential expansion project
Presented our funding request to the Local Redevelopment Authority and had it approved by the board
Followed up with Dura Automotive regarding their plant in Stockton
Hosted tech check and counseling for Build It Grow It
Met with an area employer regarding a potential apprenticeship program
Attended the IEDC Young Professionals Call
Started drafting the NWILED work plan for 2021.
Rearranged our office to make it more functional.
Prepared for the NWILED Board meeting
Followed up with Sean Park at Western Illinois University regarding a potential investment project
Helped the Stockton Chamber of Commerce canvas for fiber internet in our opportunity zone
Attended the Galena Chamber After Hours
Met with a client regarding her Build It Grow It pitch
Met with a potential collaborator from Rockford
Met with the Head of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s Regional Economic Development Team

If you have any questions about these or other NWILED programs, please reach out to our office.
Have a wonderful weekend,
Emily Legel
NWILED Executive Director