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Quad Cities Chamber Blog
QC, That's Where the Quad Cities Chamber and area businesses in our family of communities are advancing regional prosperity and advocating for economic growth along the Mississippi River.
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Retain talent by sharing yours. It is National Mentoring Month
January 24, 2022
January is National Mentoring Month, and while we all recognize the impact mentors make on the lives of youth, stepping up to be a mentor to employees within your organization can also make a deep and long-lasting impact on those you guide and it is a great way to retain that talent.
Talent Business Forum dives into talent gap and strategies to attract and retain workers
January 20, 2022
Watch the recap video & download presenters' slides
QC businesses can register to be a potential Amazon supply partner
January 17, 2022
Businesses across the region interested in providing the goods and services Amazon needs to keep its internal businesses running in the QC and across its network can register to be a potential supply partner.
Iowa Condition of the State Address, unemployment update, Scott County Legislative Forums, State of the City Address
January 11, 2022
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds presents Condition of the State Address, unemployment changes take effect in Iowa, Scott County Legislative Forums launch this weekend and Rock Island's Mayor gives State of the City Address.
2021 Recap: Our collective achievements reflect the QC region’s strength
December 21, 2021
It’s been quite a year at the Quad Cities Chamber and we’re proud of the accomplishments your investment supported as we continue our quest to create a prosperous regional economy where all can thrive.
Multimillion-dollar Downtown Rock Island streetscaping project moves forward
December 21, 2021
Rock Island City Council demonstrated its commitment to Downtown revitalization on Monday when it voted to put $2.5 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds toward a proposed $7 million project that would modernize and enhance the city’s historic center of commerce and culture.
U.S. & QC economies in midst of transformation
December 8, 2021
Recap of Dec. 8 Economic Forecast by Kevin Depew, Deputy Chief Economist for RSM
New I-74 bridge presents unprecedented opportunity for region
December 3, 2021
The new iconic Interstate 74 bridge symbolizes more than progress; it is an opportunity to amplify the quality of life of residents and the success of businesses across the region.
Chamber workforce survey results
November 30, 2021
A recent survey of regional employers found workforce attraction is the No. 1 concern. We'll use those findings to guide us as we develop strategies to help our partners successfully attract and develop talent.
Flood plan protects 9 miles along Davenport riverfront
November 18, 2021
The highly anticipated City of Davenport flood resilience study
National Apprenticeship Week
November 17, 2021
Apprenticeship programs help both employers and career seekers
Local startup, TapOnIt, emerging stronger and healthier
November 10, 2021
This week we’re celebrating Global Entrepreneurship Week – and we’re proud to celebrate one of our local entrepreneurs who continues to grow across the country while remaining rooted in the QC
QC, That’s Where Fortune 100 company John Deere calls home.
November 4, 2021
Having a Fortune 100 company in the QC is important to our region for a variety of reasons including growing our economy, providing great jobs that help build families and strengthen our community.
Government Affairs update: vaccine mandates, IA/IL legislative maps
November 3, 2021
Employer vaccine mandate updates in IA/IL, legislative maps, election results, public policy survey results
QC, That’s Where we partner together to market and brand our region
October 28, 2021
The launch of “QC, That’s Where!” - a bold new brand and marketing campaign - will generate awareness by cutting through the clutter and grabbing the attention of potential visitors, investors, new talent and residents - all while putting the region firmly on the map.
An exciting new campaign puts a vibrant region on the map
October 28, 2021
A bold, new brand & marketing campaign announced for the region
New Leadership QC program launches
October 19, 2021
A new program to amplify our Talent Attraction and Development efforts is Leadership QC.
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October 19, 2021
It’s a great time to review policies and commitments to creating a more inclusive workplace environment to ensure that people with disabilities are represented.
Revitalizing Downtown Rock Island
October 11, 2021
Update on efforts to explore the creation of a new public-private place management organization
Chamber thanks Illinois DOT for meeting, visit to discuss priorities
October 5, 2021
Following a virtual meeting with regional stakeholders to discuss ongoing transportation projects, Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Secretary Omer Osman visited the Quad Cities last week…
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