NW Illinois Economic Development

A great resource for #Illinois companies

Takeaways include healthcare, community service and stem.

@Lyndonx Just that economic development exists and that we're here to serve

@NWIL_ED Awareness of anything in particular?

What would help you most in your business? #sme #business #strategy

One perk of working with boards is the different stregths they bring to the table. Today we're thanking our treasurer Patrick for his assistance with our goal matrix. #econdev #WednesdayWisdom

States across the U.S. are reporting teacher shortages. It's especially hard to recruit in rural communities. cbs.com/shows/cbs_this…

Did you know NWILED offers free small businesses classes in Fulton in 2020? Find out more at the link below! #grownwil #SmallBiz #MondayMorning facebook.com/events/5581870…

This week's marketing email is in the works! #grownwil #econdev #Marketing

Thanks to @GalenaChamber for a wonderful event last night! So proud to have you a part of the NWILED family

Looking to learn more about Industrial Hemp? Wed, Dec 11 there will be a discussion on farming hemp, and help address questions and concerns common in the hemp industry. Held @ The Factory, 101 N Washington St, Hanover IL RSVP @ Eventbrite.com (Search Hanover, IL Dec 11)

We are pleased to welcome Emily Legel as the new Executive Director. She's eager to work on attracting new and outside businesses to the area & excited to create new programing to give area businesses the support that they need to thrive while continuing the existing programs.

We will be closed July 4 & 5 for the Independence Holiday.

@NWIL_ED and Build It Grow It invite you to present your new, as of March 23, product or service concept and your plan to execute it for a chance to win $1,000. email: info@nwiled.org for info or reserve your spot in the competition.

Join us & Illinois Extension for a discussion on retaining and attracting youth to rural communities. Register at: go.illinois.edu/jsw or 815-858-2273 by May 20, 2019

3 FREE, private business consulting sessions available Thursday, May 9 at 1:00, 2:15 and 3:30 p.m. with a small business expert at Illinois Bank & Trust on Hwy. 20 in Stockton. Sign up at http://www.nwiled/builditgrowit. #GrowNWIL

Hope is not a strategy, TPM is. #TPMNetwork

Following your national progress and looking forward to shared lessons and ideas! #TPMNetwork #GrowNWIL

Join out Entrepreneurial Mastermind Forum for a series of interactive workshops featuring hands-on business planning. It is $15 per session. Register online at bit.ly/2Mfl9TX or call 815-858-4491

In this tight labor market, it is becoming increasingly difficult for businesses to hire and retain good employees. With more jobs available, the pool for potential workers has decreased. To read more visit: forbes.com…/tips-from-a-franchise-coach-how-…/…

@aschatteman Congrats to @aschatteman and NIU! Keep up the good work. #ruraldevelopment