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Will County CED Selects County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant as Board Chair
The Will County Center for Economic Development (CED) Board of Directors has selected Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant to serve as its Chair. As Chair, Bertino-Tarrant will lead the Board of Directors and Executive Committee in driving countywide efforts to expand economic opportunities, strengthen the local business environment, and attract new residents
Big Win For Chicagoland!
Site Selection Magazine has once again ranked our region as the #1 metro in the U.S. for corporation relocation and expansion – a title we’ve held for 12 years running.
Doug Pryor Named to Leadership Role in Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership (GCEP)
The Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership (GCEP) today announced a leadership transition, naming two distinguished economic development leaders to guide its next phase of growth and collaboration.
Imagination Library is Coming to Will County!
Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant and the Will County Center for Economic Development (CED) announced a partnership with The Dollywood Foundation to bring Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to Will County. The partnership kicks off a county-wide fundraising campaign to fully launch the book-gifting program, which mails free, high-quality, and age-appropriate books to children from birth to age five.
Strong Economic Leadership and New Initiatives Shine at Will County CED Annual Report Breakfast
On December 6, Arvid Johnson, the 2024/2025 Chair of the Will County CED, welcomed over 350 guests to the CED’s Annual Report to Investors breakfast at the Bolingbrook Golf Club. He expressed his gratitude to the Board of Directors in attendance, inviting them to stand and be recognized for their time, guidance, and leadership in helping make Will County a premier destination for business and growth.
New Internship Program Celebration Shines Light on Youth Investment
In its inaugural year, the Will County Summer Internship Program saw an impressive response from 26 local businesses and organizations, which collectively hired 38 students.
ComEd Presents G&W Electric with Record Rebate for Innovative Microgrid
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker joined ComEd to present G&W Electric of Bolingbrook with a record high Distribution Generation (DG) Rebate of $2.6 million for the construction of a massive solar-plus-storage project at its global headquarters and manufacturing center here in Will County.
JJC Officially Designated Hispanic Serving Institution
Joliet Junior College (JJC), the first public community college in the United States, proudly unveiled its official designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HIS). This recognition marks a pivotal moment in the college’s history.
New Customized Training Opportunities for Will County Employers
Through the Workforce Services Division of Will County, the Will UpSkill program provides Will County employers funding for customized employee training to expand their skills and strengths allowing companies to remain competitive and retain their workforce.
Will County Summer Internship Program Updates
In the newsWill County Summer Internship ProgramExciting Updates to Share The Will County Summer Internship Program isn't just about filling positions; it's about igniting passions, forging pathways, and building bridges within our community. For the summer of 2024,...
2023 – Exciting Year For Will County
Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant greeted guests last month at the CED’s Annual Report to Investors breakfast exclaiming “This has been an exciting year for Will County. We remain a state and national economic leader and have grown into a hub of industry, manufacturing, and transportation.”
Brownfields Assessment Grant Community Outreach Begins
The Will County Center for Economic Development (CED) will be hosting public meetings on Tuesday, November 14th in Joliet and Lockport to share information and invite community participation in the Will County Brownfields Program.
Workshop Focuses on Workforce, DEI and Talent Acquisition For Will County Manufacturing Excellence
The Will County CED has aligned with IMEC (Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center) and Joliet Junior College to present the first in a series of workshops aimed at supporting Will County manufacturers looking to grow, plan, improve, and lead.
The WKRDA is Seeking Proposals for Executive Director
The Will Kankakee Regional Development Authority is seeking proposals for an Executive Director. Review the Request For Proposals with details regarding the position. Deadline to apply is Friday, June 23rd.
Will County Center for Economic Development Awarded $400,000 Brownfields Assessment Grant by U.S. EPA
The Will County Center for Economic Development is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a $400,000 Brownfields Assessment grant from the United States Environmental Protection Agency.
Greater Chicagoland Region Named Top Metropolitan Area for Corporate Site Selection and Relocation
The Greater Chicagoland Region was named top metropolitan area for corporate site selection and relocation for the 10th consecutive year. County Executive Bertino-Tarrant celebrated the announcement with World Business Chicago at an awards ceremony recognizing companies who have grown or relocated in the Chicagoland Region.
Back To Business Grant Program Announced
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced on March 21, 2023, that $175 million is available in grant funding through the Back to Business (B2B) program.
PART Project Launches to Address Regional Transit
Planning for a stronger and more financially secure transit system for Chicagoland is underway with the first meeting of a diverse group of stakeholders from the business, community, environmental, labor, and civic sectors along with the public.
New Hospital Partnership Launches – Includes Bolingbrook Location
In the newsNew Hospital Partnership Launches – Includes Bolingbrook LocationThe University of Chicago Medicine and AdventHealth have closed on a transaction to form a joint venture called UChicago Medicine AdventHealth, which will combine the expertise and resources...
Regional Partnership for Economic Development Announced
The new Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership was announced this week and includes the City of Chicago, Cook County and six counties across the northeastern Illinois region including Will County.