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	August 18, 2010 Governor Patrick Quinn Signs Law to Ramp Up Solar Energy in Illinois Governor Patrick Quinn Signs Law to Ramp Up Solar Energy in Illinois; $4 Million Grant Award Announcement for Up to 62 MW Solar Development; Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Wanxiang America Solar Panel Manufacturing Plant in Rockford, Illinois ROCKFORD, IL – August 17, 2010 – Illinois Governor Patrick Quinn arrived at...
	July 29, 2010 Unprecedented Entrepreneurial Contracts Signed for EIGERlab Unprecedented Entrepreneurial Contracts Signed for EIGERlab by Rockford Area Economic Development Council's New Sister Organization, Rockford Area Ventures and Rock Valley College; EIGERlab Announces New Developments FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 29, 2010, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS - The new 501(c)3 sister organization of the Rockford Area Economic Development Council, Rockford...
	July 28, 2010 From Paris to Farnborough-Rockford, Illinois continues to grow its aerospace industry Cited From: Office of Trade and Investment State of Illinois-Western Europe Nobody wants to be the best kept secret least of all Rockford, Illinois. Having successfully promoted its aerospace industry at the Paris Airshow last year , the Rockford Area Economic Development Council (RAEDC) is back in Europe for the Farnborough Airshow,...
	July 26, 2010 Second Quarter RAEDC Investor Newsletter Download the Second Quarter 2010 RAEDC Investor newsletter here...
	July 24, 2010 Governor Quinn Extends Incentive for Companies to Locate in Areas with High Unemployment FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 23, 2010 New Law Expected to Create More Than 400 Jobs in Winnebago County ROCKFORD – July 23, 2010. Governor Pat Quinn today signed a bill into law that extends the Industrial Jobs Recovery Law. The law gives municipalities the authority to establish redevelopment projects areas and to adopt...
	July 23, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Cliffbreakers’ Lexington Hotel Hires New Guest Services & Sales Staff NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 23, 2010, ROCKFORD, IL — Cliffbreakers Riverside Resort, the owner of Cliffbreakers and the Lexington Hotel at Cliffbreakers, added two new management-level staff. Guest Service Manager Cyndy Lemke for Lexington Hotel is in charge of guest services, reservations and customer satisfaction. She brings more than 25 years...
	July 22, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Chicago Rockford International Airport announces non-stop service to West Palm Beach RFD now has seven world-class destinations ROCKFORD, Ill. – Chicago Rockford International Airport today announced new non-stop service to West Palm Beach, Fla. Direct Air will launch the twice-weekly flights Nov. 19. Introductory fares of $79* each way will be available through Monday; after that, fares start at $99* each way. ...
	July 22, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Rockford Forms & Graphics announces its new Name, “Meridian” with Plans to Double Production Capacity Rockford, Illinois: Rockford Forms & Graphics, the largest locally owned print provider, in Winnebago County, announced today plans to double production capacity, along with an unveiling of its new company name, Meridian. “What started as a forms and document management company has transformed itself to a diverse product and service...
	July 20, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Rasmussen College Launches First Illinois Bachelor's Degree Program Through School Of Business CHICAGO, (July 19, 2010) – Rasmussen College announced that it will begin offering Bachelor’s degree programs through its Illinois campuses in Aurora, Rockford, Romeoville/Joliet, and Mokena/Tinley Park beginning with a Bachelor’s in Business Management Degree program in July. The Illinois campuses join Rasmussen College campuses in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Florida, and...
	July 20, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Rockford Toolcraft Receives Patriot Award from Dept. of Defense Group Known as Employer Support of the Guard and Reserves, part of DOD, Advocates that Employers Keep Jobs for Deployed Guard and Reservists Until They Return FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 16, 2010, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS – Rockford Toolcraft, Inc. received the Patriot Award from the U.S. Department of Defense’s Employer Support of...
	July 15, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Infinitely Sweet ~ One Unique Kids Boutique Locates To Edgebrook Rockford, IL – “Infinitely Sweet ~ One Unique Kids Boutique”, just  recently located to 1651 N. Alpine Road Rockford, IL 61107 at Edgebrook.   The store opening day is August 9th.  A great Children's Boutique with AFFORDABLE prices.  Sizes run from Newborn to 6/7 in both boys & girls.  From casual...
	July 14, 2010 QuEST Global and Hamilton Sundstrand inaugurate a dedicated engineering center in Rockford, IL Rockford, Il, July 12, 2010 – QuEST Global Engineering, a leading pure play engineering services provider, announced the inauguration of its dedicated engineering centre in Rockford, Illinois for Hamilton Sundstrand, a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. This dedicated facility, located adjacent to Hamilton Sundstrand, will provide office space for QuEST’s...
	July 14, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Ingenium Technologies announces the opening of an office in San Diego, CA Ingenium Technologies, a leader in product design and analysis, testing, and manufacturing, is expanding their market to the Southern California region. In response to the growing need for strong technical resources in the Southern California area, Ingenium Technologies announces the opening of an office in San Diego. “The new office...
	July 9, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Woodward Moves Forward with Engine Systems Test Facility CONTACT: Rose Briani-Burden Business Communications 815-639-6282 Woodward Moves Forward with Engine Systems Test Facility Fort Collins, Colo., June 23, 2010 – Woodward Governor Company (Nasdaq: WGOV) announced today that they are moving forward with construction of their state-of-the-art engine Systems Test Facility. “As we said in December 2008 when the economy forced us to delay,...
	June 30, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: RFD earns spotless rating in FAA inspection MEDIA RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June, 30 2010 For more information, contact: Thomas Bona – 815-969-4415; tbona@flyrfd.com RFD earns spotless rating in FAA inspection Annual airport certification shows high safety standards ROCKFORD, Ill. –  Chicago Rockford International Airport passed its annual Federal Aviation Administration certification inspection with the highest-possible rating this week. RFD received a zero-discrepancy rating,...
	June 29, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Winnebago County Board Chairman Scott H. Christiansen Announces 1st Rockford Made Solar Panel Fired Off At Freedom Field Winnebago County Board Chairman Scott H. Christiansen Announces 1st Rockford Made Solar Panel Fired Off At Freedom Field Press Room FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 29, 2010   CONTACT:  Chet Kolodziej Freedom Field – (815) 621-8004 (Rockford IL) – County Board Chairman Scott Christiansen is pleased to announce that at 11:30 AM on Monday, June 28,...
	June 28, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Judson University Offers New Degree in Communications Management at Rockford Campus For Immediate Release   Contact: Jennifer Mattingly    Director of Marketing and Recruitment    815-399-3500 ext. 2588 Judson University Offers New Degree in Communications Management at Rockford Campus Rockford, Ill., June 29, 2010  – Judson University announced today that they will be offering a new major this fall in Communications Management at their Rockford campus.   The Bachelor...
	June 24, 2010 Briefing on Region’s $5.9 Million Federal Jobs Grant To find out more, visit these news sources: Regional effort brings federal grant dollars to the Rockford area - WREX.com   $6 Million Grant to Aid Rockford Region's Entrepreneurship - WREX.com   $5.9M grant meant to aid business growth - Rockford, IL - Rockford Register Star   $5.9 million grant offers help to...
	June 23, 2010 $5.9 Million Grant from U.S. Department of Commerce to Northern Illinois and Southwestern Wisconsin News Conference to Announce Details of $5.9 Million Grant from U.S. Department of Commerce to Northern Illinois and Southwestern Wisconsin; Includes Winnebago and Boone Counties FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 22, 2010   WHAT: U.S. Department of Commerce awarded a $5.9 million U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant to the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater to administer the...
	June 22, 2010 PowerPoint Presentations Now Available Online from Tri-State Alliance Summit NEWS RELEASE PowerPoint Presentations Now Available Online from Tri-State Alliance Summit; Topics Cover $60 Million Amtrak Project and Others to Drive Economic Development and Infrastructure June 22, 2010, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS— The PowerPoint presentations of speakers from the third annual summit of the May 14 Tri-State Alliance are now available online at www.tristatealliance.com. Nearly 150...
	June 22, 2010 Rockford Area Economic Development Council and VP Mark Podemski Receive Partner of the Year Award from Chicago Jobs Council Recognized for Establishing Model for Other Communities FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 15, 2010, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS – The Rockford Area Economic Development Council and its Vice President for Development Mark Podemski received the 2010 Partner of the Year award from the Chicago Jobs Council at its annual meeting on Friday, June 4 at...
	June 21, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Lach Perks Elected President of IHEA Press Release Date: June 7, 2010 Lach Perks Elected President of IHEA Lachlan (Lach) Perks, President of Eclipse Inc., was recently elected as President of the Industrial Heating Equipment Association (IHEA). Perks has served for several years on the Board of Directors of IHEA as well as chairing various committees. This continues a...
	June 21, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: County Board Chairman Scott H. Christiansen Announces Winner of Freedom Field Renewable Energy Logo Competition PRESS RELEASE County Board Chairman Scott H. Christiansen Announces Winner of Freedom Field Renewable Energy Logo Competition CONTACT: Alanna Conard, Winnebago County Board Office (815) 319-4225 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 2, 2010 (Winnebago County IL) – Winnebago County Board Chairman Scott H. Christiansen has announced that local graphic artist Mary Lou Dunn is the...
	June 18, 2010 Economic Development Trade Show Featured at Rockford Area Economic Development Council Second Quarter Investor Event Economic Development Trade Show Featured at Rockford Area Economic Development Council Second Quarter Investor Event Over 120 Rockford Area Economic Development Council investors and community leaders attended the RAEDC second quarter event, which was held at Radisson in Rockford. The event showcased the work of the Rockford Area Economic Development...
	June 18, 2010 The Connection® Opening Contact Center in Rockford, Illinois The Connection® Opening Contact Center in Rockford, Illinois. BURNSVILLE, Minn. – The Connection (www.the-connection.com), a U.S.-based, award winning outsourced contact center company, has announced the addition of a 400-seat contact center to be located in Rockford, Illinois. The facility is expected to begin operation in August, 2010. The Connection reports...
	May 28, 2010 "The Future of Manufacturing in Rockford, the Midwest & Globally" Seminar Presentations Thank you for attending "The Future of Manufacturing in Rockford, the Midwest & Globally" Seminar. Presentations from this event are posted below: Panel I - Workforce Development Steve Mandes, Executive Director of National Institute for Metalworking Skills, Inc. Harry Moser, Chairman Emeritus of Agie-Charmilles Jim Warren, Director of Education of the Fabricators and Manufacturers...
	May 27, 2010 Alignment Rockford Board Members Officially Installed FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 27, 2010 ALIGNMENT ROCKFORD BOARD MEMBERS OFFICIALLY INSTALLED Ex Officio and Community Directors Trained and Ready to Govern School Support Effort Rockford, IL—The Alignment Rockford Governing Board of Directors expanded by nine Community Members and a Business Member during the group’s first Board meeting today. The bylaws of the nonprofit...
	May 24, 2010 Go Global III - Presentations now online! Our presentations are now available online: http://www.goglobalrockford.com/presentations2010.asp Conference Results The third annual Go Global Conference, held in Rockford on April 21 – 22, brought together 200 attendees from 14 states and represented 132 companies and organizations. The event featured educational workshop sessions led by respected industry experts, as well...
	May 21, 2010 Leaders from Tri-State Area Celebrate $60 Million Amtrak Passenger Rail and Construction Status; NEWS RELEASE Leaders from Tri-State Area Celebrate $60 Million Amtrak Passenger Rail and Construction Status; Additional Transportation Infrastructure Achievements and Challenges Discussed at Third Annual Summit of Tri-State Alliance; Leaders Continue to Speak with One Voice May 14, 2010, BELOIT, WISCONSIN — Nearly 150 area leaders celebrated the $60 million Amtrak...
	May 20, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Brent Brodeski of Savant Capital Management Named 2010 Distinguished Finance Alumnus by Northern Illinois University CONTACT: Carrie Skogsberg PR Etc. (815) 489-3955 cskogsberg@pretc.net Rockford, Ill. (May 14, 2010) – Brent Brodeski, Managing Director and Financial Advisor with Savant Capital Management, was named the 2010 Distinguished Finance Alumnus from the College of Business at Northern Illinois University. Brodeski was recognized at the 20th Annual College of Business Luncheon held on...
	May 12, 2010 Alignment Rockford: A learning community The greatest challenges facing Rockford are related to public education and its impact on our community. Truancy rates must be lowered, and student achievement and graduation rates need to rise. High poverty levels have a damaging effect on learning and social development. Too many of our children are unprepared for...
	May 7, 2010 First Quarter RAEDC Investor Newsletter Download the First Quarter 2010 RAEDC Investor newsletter here....
	May 3, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Winnebago County Board Chairman Scott H. Christiansen Announces Logo Competition for Freedom Field Renewable Energy Program PRESS RELEASE Winnebago County Board Chairman’s Office 404 Elm St Rm 533 • Rockford, IL 61101 • 815-319-4225 • Fax: 815-319-4226 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 3, 2010 CONTACT: Alanna Conard, Winnebago County Board Office – (815) 319-4233 (Rockford IL) – County Board Chairman Scott Christiansen is pleased to announce a competition open to all graphic...
	April 26, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Orput Companies Announce The Kilt Clover Re-locating and Grand Opening at Edgebrook 4/26/10 Press Release IMMEDIATE RELEASE THE KILT AND CLOVER RE-LOCATES TO EDGEBROOK Rockford, IL – “The Kilt and Clover”, an existing business that recently relocated to 1645 N. Alpine Road Rockford, IL 61107 at Edgebrook from their previous spot on N. Main/Auburn St. GRAND RE-OPENING EVENT!! Saturday May 1st, 9AM – 4PM WE ARE LOCATED AT EDGEBROOK...
	April 26, 2010 Harris Acquires Deposits and Certain Loans of AMCORE Bank N.A.; Expands Presence in Illinois and Wisconsin CHICAGO and TORONTO, April 23, 2010 – Harris N.A., a part of BMO Financial Group (NYSE: BMO; TSX: BMO), today announced its acquisition of certain assets and liabilities of Rockford, Ill.-based AMCORE Bank, N.A. (AMCORE) from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), effective immediately. “We are proud to welcome our...
	April 22, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Orput Companies Announce “Music on the Mall” at Edgebrook 4/20/10 Press Release FOR RELEASE ON 5/4/10 “MUSIC ON THE MALL” AT EDGEBROOK Rockford, IL – Edgebrook and Mary’s Market are hosting the 3rd Annual Music On The Mall Event. From May 14th until September 17th the walkways of Edgebrook will be filled with live musical entertainment. This is FREE admission. ...
	April 21, 2010 RAEDC Rockforward! Leadership Council Announces Investments From 2010 Emerging Opportunities Fund FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Rockford Area Economic Development Council Rockforward! Leadership Council met yesterday and announced investments from the 2010 Emerging Opportunities Fund. ABOUT THE ROCKFORWARD! LEADERSHIP COUNCIL & EMERGING OPPORTUNITIES FUND The goal of Rockforward! is to generate $2.8 Billion of new wealth for the Rockford Region by 2012 by focusing on...
	April 20, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: RFD awarded for Air Cargo Excellence Rockford, IL – The Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) has received the Diamond Award as the top-ranked airport in North America in its "landed weight" category at the Air Cargo Excellence Awards Ceremony held on March 9th in Vancouver, British Columbia. The airport was named an...
	April 19, 2010 Japanese envoy: Rockford 'a helpful target' for business By Thomas V. Bona BusinessRockford.com Apr 18, 2010 @ 04:41 PM Full article and related pictures here. Japan’s ambassador to the United States toured Rockford today, the latest effort to attract foreign investment here. Ichiro Fujisaki saw Chicago Rockford International Airport and other parts of the city, met with government and business leaders, and visited...
	April 13, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Project First Rate cordially invites you to attend: PUBLIC CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOP Project First Rate© cordially invites you to attend: PUBLIC CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOP Wednesday, May 12, 2010 Free of Charge As most of you are aware, effective January 1, 2010 substantial changes were made to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act and the Freedom of Information Act. We are hosting a seminar explaining these new laws and...
	April 13, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Governor Quinn Announces $5 Million to Support Clean Energy and Create Green Jobs FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT Robert Reed 312-814-3158 Grant Klinzman 312-814-3158 Marcelyn Love, DCEO 217-558-1542 Release Date March 31, 2010 Governor Quinn Announces $5 Million to Support Clean Energy and Create Green Jobs Related Image Stimulus Funds will Help Produce Wind Turbine Parts at Ingersoll Machine Tools’ Rockford Facility ROCKFORD – March 31, 2010. Governor Pat Quinn today...
	April 9, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: SPX ACQUIRES TORQUE TENSION SYSTEMS LTD NEWS RELEASE SPX ACQUIRES TORQUE TENSION SYSTEMS LTD Leading Supplier of Hydraulic Torque Wrench and Tensioner Tools Expands SPX Product Offerings for Global Energy Infrastructure Markets CHARLOTTE, NC – April 8, 2010 –– SPX Corporation (NYSE: SPW) today announced that its SPX Hydraulic Technologies business unit, part of the company’s Industrial Products and...
	April 7, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Airport Board Chairman to Head Changes Downtown MEDIA RELEASE From the Greater Rockford Airport Authority For Immediate Release: April 6, 2010 For more Information Contact: Mike Dunn, 815-969-4444 Airport Board Chairman Resigns Rockford, IL – The Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) announced today the resignation of Mike Dunn, Greater Rockford Airport Authority (GRAA) Board Chairman. His resignation is effective immediately. Below is a...
	April 3, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Come discover the Modern art of milling Don’t miss this free event! Dynamic guest speakers, live machine demonstrations, food, giveaways and the chance to win great prizes. 2010 EVENTS Exton, PA Huntersville, NC Toledo, OH Davenport, IA Rockford, IL Peoria, IL Brookfield, WI Tulsa, OK Davis, CA Come discover the Modern Art of Milling. Without the right application techniques, even the best tools can fall short of their potential. At our...
	April 2, 2010 The Rockford Area Economic Development Council Named Mary Cacioppi Director of Investor Relations FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 26, 2010 The Rockford Area Economic Development Council announced today the promotion of Mary Cacioppi to RAEDC Director of Investor Relations. In her new role, Cacioppi will coordinate the efforts of our investors, board members, and staff to increase and sustain private and public-sector investments in support of...
	April 1, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: RFD Officially Opens International Terminal Building Expansion MEDIA RELEASE From the Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) For Immediate Release: March 24, 2010 For more Information Contact: Bob O’Brien, Executive Director 815-969-4444; bob@flyrfd.com   RFD Officially Opens International Terminal Building Expansion TIGER Grant Funds Additional Airport Project Rockford, IL – At a ribbon cutting ceremony today, officials at the Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) officially opened the...
	March 30, 2010 2009 RAEDC Annual Report Available Online For Immediate Release March 30, 2010 Rockford, Illinois - ATTENTION! Rockford Area Economic Development Council Stakeholders We are pleased to announce that the RAEDC has published its 2009 Annual Report. In an Effort to Go Green, the Annual Report is available online. CLICK HERE for a direct link to the document provided within "News from the Region" section. Please contact the...
	March 25, 2010 Voice of the Customer Survey Results Presented at Rockford Area Economic Development Council First Quarter Investor Event Find the VOC Summary Report here. Find the First Quarter Investor Event PowerPoint here. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 24, 2010 Over 200 Rockford Area Economic Development Council investors and community leaders attended the RAEDC first quarter event today, which was held at Giovanni's in Rockford. At the event, RAEDC leaders emphasized that the process...
	March 24, 2010 City Market goal: Create rituals, revitalize downtown Rockford By Jeff Kolkey RRSTAR.COM Click here for the original article. ROCKFORD — Leaders of an effort to revitalize downtown are taking a page from the Great Cities playbook: They want to bring a public market to the city center. A weekly outdoor venue could be the kind of small success that helps build...
	March 23, 2010 County Board to consider implementing economic development district By Stuart R. Wahlin Staff Writer The Winnebago County Board will vote March 25 whether to support the establishment of a bi-county economic development district (EDD) with Boone County. By establishing the EDD with an already-completed five-year comprehensive economic development strategy (CEDS), the two-county region would be eligible for federal grants through the...
	March 23, 2010 Global Partnerships = Success! April 21-22, 2010 - Clock Tower Convention Center and Resort, Rockford IL SPACE IS LIMITED! Register today: www.GoGlobalRockford.com 17 exhibiting businesses 16 breakout sessions with 6 keynote speakers Large businesses and consulates ready to talk one-to-one 1 high powered networking reception Low $125 registration fee 10 Great Reasons You Should Attend: REASON #5 - International Opportunities Representatives from...
	March 22, 2010 Rockford Area Economic Development Council Thanks Tonya Lamia for Five Years of Service FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 19, 2010, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS - The Rockford Area Economic Development Council announced today that Vice President of Investor Relations Tonya Lamia has accepted an executive position with the Schaumburg Business Association in Schaumburg, Illinois. Lamia served the RAEDC and its investors since 2005, coordinating efforts of staff,...
	March 22, 2010 B-Radical: Harmonica for the 21st century   ...
	March 4, 2010 RAEDC AEROSPACE SEMINAR FOCUSES ON HOW TO BE MORE EFFICIENT & PROFITABLE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 3, 2010, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS – About 20 local aerospace companies listened to a presentation by the Rockford Area Economic Development Council (RAEDC) and the Supplier Excellence Alliance (SEA). The discussion centered on ways to grow your bottom-line by adhering to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles....
	February 23, 2010 Rockford Area Economic Development Council Unveils Multimedia Campaign to Further Economic Success for Rockford Region FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 23, 2010, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS – In an unprecedented show of collaboration, local media who are investors in the Rockford Area Economic Development Council joined forces to create, produce, and fund a multimedia campaign to promote positive assets in the region. The campaign was unveiled today at a...
	February 22, 2010 New, Landmark Collaboration Policy Among Municipalities in Winnebago County to be Recognized at Respective Councils/Boards of Local Governments FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 22, 2010, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS WHAT The new, landmark Regional Collaboration Policy signed by eight municipalities in Winnebago County will be recognized and presented to the elected councils and boards of local governments by the Rockford Area Economic Development Council on the following dates. ...
	February 18, 2010 Chicago to Rockford/Northwest Illinois Passenger Rail to Receive $60 Million from State On January 30th, Governor Pat Quinn visited Rockford to announce a $60 million investment from state capital funds to establish passenger rail service from Dubuque to Chicago. This investment could bring as many as 2,000 new jobs to the region, including more than 650 construction jobs. Preliminary work could begin as...
	February 16, 2010 RAEDC Vice President Invited to Join the Board of Advisors of the Supplier Excellence Alliance For Immediate Release   January 13, 2010, Rockford, Illinois - Eric D Voyles, Vice President of National Business Development for the Rockford Area Economic Development Council, www.rockfordil.com, joins the Board of Advisors of the Supplier Excellence Alliance (SEA) for the purpose of promoting the acceleration of supply chain performance in the...
	February 10, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Thermo Fisher Scientific Celebrates 35,000-square-foot expansion of Rockford, Ill., facility   Rockford, Ill., Jan. 28, 2010 – Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony today for a 35,000-square-foot building addition at its 3747 N. Meridian Road, Rockford, Ill., site. Warren Ribley, director of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity; Scott Christiansen, Winnebago...
	February 8, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: J.L. Clark Manufactures Square Cans for Bag Balm Associated Press By JOHN CURRAN -- Sun Jan 31, 10:51 am ET LYNDONVILLE, Vt. – Winter is most definitely here. It must be. The phones are ringing at Bag Balm headquarters. Everyone wants a new tub of the gooey, yellow-green ointment. And all have a story about its problem-salving — they use it...
	February 3, 2010 INVESTOR NEWS: Chinese universities to send students to Rockford College under new pact Contact:  Rockford College President’s Office, 815-226-4010 Rockford College has partnered with four universities in China in a move that should boost enrollment at Rockford while also fostering student and faculty exchanges. College president Dr. Robert L. Head said the new agreements reflect the college’s mission statement to prepare students for participation...
	January 29, 2010 RAEDC Delivered Testimony to House of Representatives' Job Creation Task Force For Immediate Release January 29, 2010   Rockford, Illinois - Eric Voyles, Vice President of National Business Development delivered testimony to the Job Creation Task Force. This bi-partisan panel was created by the House of Representatives to hear testimony from communities across the State of Illinois on how legislative changes can help...
	January 28, 2010 ProLogis Signs Rochelle Deals Industrial developer ProLogis leased 356,000 square feet to two food companies recently at its industrial park in Rochelle. San Francisco-based Del Monte Foods Co. leased 209,000 square feet at ProLogis Park Rochelle, about 75 miles west of Chicago. Meanwhile, Bay Valley Foods LLC leased 156,000 square feet, the Denver-based real...
	January 26, 2010 Governor Quinn Announces $14.8 Million for the University of Illinois at Rockford FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Saturday, January 23, 2010 Governor Quinn Announces $14.8 Million for the University of Illinois at Rockford Capital Funds to Support Advances in Rural Medical Education   ROCKFORD - January 23, 2010. Governor Pat Quinn today visited the University of Illinois at Rockford to announce more than $14.8 million in capital funding...
	January 20, 2010 Haldex Hydraulics Launches New Operations in Rockford IL Press Release January 19, 2010 Haldex Hydraulics Launches New Operations in Rockford IL Haldex Hydraulics, a global manufacturer of hydraulic gear pumps, gear motors and hydraulic power units has been operating in Rockford, IL U.S.A. since 1929 and Statesville, N.C. U.S.A. since 1989. The business also has operations in Germany, Sweden and...
	January 19, 2010 Ingersoll Machine Tools receives the Award: Best Supplier 2009 Press Release - Alenia Aeronautica December 14, 2009 Ingersoll Machine Tools receives the Award *** Best Supplier 2009 *** Alenia Aeronautica, a subsidiary of the Finmeccanica Group and major Partner of Boeing for the B787 program, has selected Ingersoll Machine Tools of Rockford, IL – USA, the for the Award of Best supplier for...
	January 18, 2010 Career Advancement Training Foundation (CATF) to Assist Rockford Career College Students FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Career Advancement Training Foundation (CATF) to Assist Rockford Career College Students The Career Advancement Training Foundation, the charitable arm of Rockford Career College, provides scholarships to financially needy and academically deserving individuals who wish to further their career opportunities at the College. The Foundation was initially established in 2007. CATF’s goal...
	January 8, 2010 Manzullo Secures $4.8 Million in Defense R&D for Rockford-Area Manufacturers FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 16, 2009 Manzullo Secures $4.8 Million in Defense R&D for Rockford-Area Manufacturers [WASHINGTON] Congressman Don Manzullo (R-IL) announced today he has secured $4.8 million in federal funds for northern Illinois manufacturers working on advanced research and development projects for the Department of Defense. The funding is included in the 2010 Department...
	January 6, 2010 State Recognizes Rockford Company for Outstanding Safety and Health Management Program FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Release Date January 06, 2010 State Recognizes Rockford Company for Outstanding Safety and Health Management Program SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) has recognized Chem Processing, an industrial plating and coating operation located in Rockford, for achieving Safety and Health Achievement and...
	December 22, 2009 Governor Quinn Announces Investment Package To Save 3,000 UPS Jobs in Illinois FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, December 21, 2009 Governor Quinn Announces Investment Package To Save 3,000 UPS Jobs in Illinois Company will Modernize Facilities in Hodgkins and Rockford HODGKINS – December 21, 2009. Governor Pat Quinn today announced his Administration is assisting UPS with a business investment package that will result in at least 3,000 Illinois...
	December 21, 2009 EIGERlab Strengthened as it Becomes Part of RAEDC; Can Help More Businesses with Advanced Technology Support; Rock Valley College to Manage Programs at EIGERlab FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 21, 2009, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS – EIGERlab, the entrepreneurship center for advanced technology located at 605 Fulton Avenue, will become part of the Rockford Area Economic Development Council. This can help even more Rockford-area companies become successful entrepreneurs and grow their business.   The action was announced at a...
	December 3, 2009 RAEDC ANNUAL MEETING CELEBRATES STONE SOUP ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Over 700 business and community leaders met at Giovanni’s Restaurant and Convention Center this evening for the Rockford Area Economic Development Council 2009 Annual Meeting and Dinner.  The event featured a keynote address by RAEDC President Janyce Fadden, who provided an update on RAEDC’s strategies and initiatives, benefits of “Stone...
	October 1, 2009 J.L. Clark Earns Clean Manufacturing Award   Multipronged manufacturing cleanup attack By Anne Marie Mohan, Greener Package www.greenerpackage.com   September 28, 2009 -  A leading manufacturer and printer of decorated metal and plastic containers, J.L. Clark (www.jlclark.com), Rockford, IL, has earned a Clean Manufacturing Award for its efforts on multiple environmental fronts.   The company installed a regenerative thermal oxidizer (RTO) with a...
	September 25, 2009 Rock River Water Reclamation District Ribbon Cutting RRWRD Unveils New LEED-Qualified Administration Building  Building represents the vanguard in public-facility planning, with sustainable features that include renewable sources for HVAC & electricity   ROCKFORD, IL (September 25, 2009) – Rock River Water Reclamation District staff today unveiled the new Rock River Water Reclamation District (RRWRD) administration building, Rockford’s first LEED-qualified new building,...
	September 17, 2009 RAEDC Presents the Components of Sustainability at Third Quarter Investor Event   The Components of Sustainability and a New Initiative to Measure the Sustainability of the Rockford Region Presented at a Rockford Area Economic Development Council Quarterly Event   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                                       September 16, 2009     Nearly 200 Rockford Area Economic Development Council investors and community leaders attended the RAEDC third quarter event today, which was held...
	September 16, 2009 Northwest Illinois Blackhawk Express Rail Coalition Campaign Support Exceeds Goal to Bring Amtrack Rail to Region ROCKFORD, IL (September 16, 2009)—The Northwest Illinois Blackhawk Express rail coalition surpassed its goal of individual signatures to gain support to bring Amtrak passenger rail from Dubuque to Chicago.  More than 11,000 signatures were gained during the two-month campaign which featured educational and outreach opportunities for the region’s citizens and...
	September 15, 2009 Wanxiang Groundbreaking Announcement To view the full press release, click here.   ROCKFORD – September 15, 2009. Representatives from Wanxiang America Corporation, the City of Rockford, Winnebago County, Chicago Rockford International Airport, Rockford Area Economic Development Council, State of Illinois and the Consulate General of the Peoples Republic of China in Chicago jointly held a...
	September 10, 2009 RAEDC Announces Latest Initiatives to Sweden and China; International Trade Strategy Can Grow Local Wealth September 9, 2009, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS – The Rockford Area Economic Development Council announced two international trade initiatives designed to grow the wealth of the region. This month the RAEDC will send its fourth consecutive trade delegation to Sweden and its second sales trip to China.   “International trade is an effective...
	September 9, 2009 2009 Quick Reference Guide Released The 2009 Quick Reference Guide has been released and is now available online.  To download this PDF, click here. Complete with the latest data, this guide gives an overview to the Rockford Metropolitan Statistical Area (Boone and Winnebago Counties)....
	September 1, 2009 U.S. Manufacturing Index Highest Since June 2007 U.S. Manufacturing Index Highest Since June 2007 By Tali Arbel, AP Business Writer Manufacturing.Net - September 01, 2009 NEW YORK (AP) -- The U.S. manufacturing sector grew in August for the first time in 19 months, adding to evidence that the recession is ending. The better-than-expected reading Tuesday by the Institute for Supply Management...
	August 24, 2009 2Q 2009 RAEDC Investor Newsletter Download the 2Q 2009 RAEDC Investor newsletter here....
	July 31, 2009 Chinese Business Etiquette July 31, 2009-  Looking for an excellent comprehensive tutorial on greeting, meeting, and eating with Chinese? Topics such as negotiating, seating arrangements, gift giving, attire and taboos can be found here.  ...
	July 14, 2009 Regional Economic Development Draft Available Please join us to discuss the process of qualifying the Rockford Metropolitan Statistical Area (Boone and Winnebago Counties) for additional federal economic development funds. This forum will introduce the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) document draft and its basic elements including the Area’s project priorities. Committee members will be available...
	July 14, 2009 Governor Quinn Signs $31 Billion “Illinois Jobs Now!" FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 13, 2009    Governor Quinn Signs $31 Billion “Illinois Jobs Now!” Capital Construction/Economic Recovery Plan Means Over 439,000 Jobs   CHICAGO - Governor Pat Quinn today signed into law bills that create the $31 billion Illinois Jobs Now! plan, which will revive the state’s ailing economy by creating and retaining over...
	July 9, 2009 Dedication of Lundin Learning Center - NIMS Graduation For Immediate Release:    June 30, 2009      Rockford, IL – Rockford Area Ventures and Ingersoll Machine Tools dedicated an educational space on the EIGERlab campus in honor of the Rockford social entrepreneur, Jon Lundin. The dedication coincides with the first Gold Collar NIMS Graduation on July 9th, 2009 at 9:00 AM. The Lundin Learning...
	July 8, 2009 Northwest Illinois Blackhawk Express Kicks Off Advocacy Efforts Regional Rail Coalition Launches Initiative to Bring Amtrak Passenger Rail Service from Dubuque To Chicago And Beyond   ROCKFORD, IL (July 7, 2009) The Northwest Illinois Blackhawk Express rail coalition launched its grassroots campaign today at a news conference that included statements of support from the region’s citizens, elected officials and community...
	July 1, 2009 Whitney Chooses Rockford Rockford, IL. June 30, 2009 - Al Julian, Vice President of Marketing for MegaFab, announced to leaders of the Rockford Area Economic Development Council (RAEDC) and the City of Rockford that MegaFab will maintain its manufacturing presence at their Race Street home in south Rockford, and will begin manufacturing two...
	June 25, 2009 International Tactics Highlighted at RAEDC Event FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 24, 2009   Embracing and Growing International Connections: The Impact of Exporting and Foreign Direct Investment on Regional Economic Recovery Presented at Rockford Area Economic Development Council Quarterly Event   Approximately 250 Rockford Area Economic Development Council investors and community leaders attended the RAEDC second quarter event on June 24, which was...
	June 16, 2009 Rockford's Kaney Aerospace Finalist for Prototype Development Paris – France   Rockford's Kaney Aerospace is a finalist for the development of a prototype for Tigerfish Aviation’s Retractable Amphibious Pontoon Technology (RAPT) program. Tigerfish Aviation Pty Ltd (Adelaide, South Australia) is developing a new class of seaplane to meet the increasing demand for water based air transport. RAPT is a...
	June 9, 2009 Government Services Firm To Open Branch Office in Rockford; 350 Jobs Expected by 2011       The Rockford area will gain up to 350 jobs when a company that provides services to government and private sector entities in customer service and debt management opens a branch office in Rockford this summer, creating 25 to 75 jobs in the first year and up to 350 jobs in...
	May 28, 2009 Rockford Area Companies to Attend Paris Air Show in Collaboration with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and the Rockford Area Economic Development Council Several Rockford Area organizations and companies will attend the Paris Air Show June 15-21st, 2009. This effort was organized by the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and the Rockford Area Economic Development Council (RAEDC). DCEO is sponsoring both a booth and admission tickets for the use of Rockford...
	May 22, 2009 Rockforward! Leadership Council Announces Investments from 2009 Emerging Opportunities Fund The Rockford Area Economic Development Council Rockforward! Leadership Council met today and announced investments from the 2009 Emerging Opportunities Fund.     ABOUT THE ROCKFORWARD! LEADERSHIP COUNCIL & EMERGING OPPORTUNITIES FUND The goal of Rockforward! is to generate $2.8 Billion of new wealth for the Rockford Region by 2012 by focusing on five primary...
	April 21, 2009 RAEDC Website Launched! The Rockford Area Economic Development Council is proud to announce the launching of a powerful new economic development website for the Rockford Region.  New to our website: a new interactive maptool wtih key economic development resources, featured properties, industrial and business parks. powerful incentives...
	April 21, 2009 Historic District Designation Improves Value of Property To view the press release click here. To view the booklet on the City of Rockford's website, click here.   Rockford Mayor Larry Morrissey and Rockford Area Economic Development Council (EDC) President and CEO Janyce Fadden today announced the results of a, in-depth study which focused on the property value of homes in...
	April 20, 2009 Update on Federal Stimulus Efforts To learn more about Federal economic stimulus measures and how they affect the Rockford Region, click here....
	April 16, 2009 2008 Annual Report Download the RAEDC 2008 Annual Report here....
	March 25, 2009 RAEDC First Quarter Event Presentation Now Online To view the Powerpoint presentation in PDF form, click here....
	March 19, 2009 Rockford School Board Authorizes Third Charter Public School To see the press release, click here. ...