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Quad Cities named Technology Community of the Year at TAI Prometheus Awards
November 7, 2025
Innovation in the Quad Cities is getting statewide recognition. Our region has been named Technology Community of the Year by the Technology Association of Iowa (TAI) at the 20th Annual Prometheus Awards, held Thursday, November 6, in Des Moines.
2025 Iowa municipal elections recap
November 5, 2025
The Quad Cities Chamber congratulates all newly elected and re-elected officials following the November 2025 Iowa municipal elections. We commend every candidate who stepped forward to serve their community and thank voters for participating in this important democratic process.
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
November 4, 2025
Last week's Federal Reserve interest rate decision was as expected, but the guidance for December took many by surprise. This week, we look at the reasons that the outlook for the rest of the year may have become more uncertain as a slowing labor market and stubborn inflation have many wondering what the Fed will do next.
Chamber welcomes 12 new members in October
November 3, 2025
The Chamber extends a warm welcome to the 12 businesses that became members in October.
Funding secured for Quad Cities - Chicago passenger rail
October 31, 2025
At a press conference Oct. 31, it was announced that $475 million has been allocated in the transit bill for downtown state projects, including funding for the Quad Cities – Chicago passenger rail.
Illinois veto session impacts for QC
October 31, 2025
The Illinois Legislature adjourned veto session early Friday morning having taken action on a number of priorities for the Quad Cities Chamber including passenger rail, energy omnibus, federal tax decoupling, prevailing wage for private TIF projects and River Edge Redevelopment Zone Historic Tax Credit.
Minority Business Summit brings together small businesses for inspiration, information and community
October 30, 2025
Chamber's Minority Business Summit brings together small businesses & entrepreneurs for a day of networking, workshops and inspiring speakers.
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
October 28, 2025
What are some key characteristics of manufacturing in the Quad Cities? This week, we look at the size and importance of manufacturing in the region, the growth forecast, and recent trends in job postings.
Passenger rail funding uncertain in Illinois, Quad Citizens encouraged to contact legislators
October 27, 2025
With only three days remaining for legislative action, a comprehensive transit package which potentially includes major capital investments across Illinois is under active debate. We urge Quad Citizens to contact their Illinois legislators and encourage them to include funding for passenger rail between Chicago and the Quad Cities in a transit bill.
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
October 21, 2025
Manufacturing productivity growth and overall business productivity growth in the U.S. picked up in the 2nd quarter. This week we discuss why this is important and what it means for inflation and interest rates.
Passenger Rail vote expected by end of October
October 15, 2025
The Quad Cities Chamber joined the Rock Island County Passenger Rail Committee to kick off the Illinois Fall Veto Session. The Passenger Rail project was included in the Senate-passed transit reform package during the spring legislative session, which now goes to the House for passage or amendment.
‘Support Your Local Chamber Day’ is every day for Chamber Ambassadors
October 15, 2025
Today is Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day! To celebrate this day, we asked several of our Chamber Ambassadors to share what being part of the Chamber means to them and how they see its impact across the Quad Cities.
Prepare for the Iowa municipal elections on November 4
October 15, 2025
The Quad Cities Chamber is proud to support civic engagement among our members, especially during election season. As part of our commitment to informed participation, in September 2025, we distributed a candidate questionnaire to all individuals running for office in the Bettendorf and Davenport City elections.
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
October 14, 2025
The trade deficit was up again in July, despite the effect of recently imposed tariffs. This week, we look at what sectors are seeing the most movement in the trade data and what it means for the Quad Cities and beyond.
QC Chamber joins Iowa Chamber Alliance in D.C. for conversations with federal lawmakers
October 13, 2025
The Quad Cities Chamber joined the Iowa Chamber Alliance, a coalition of the largest chambers of commerce from across Iowa, for conversations with federal lawmakers. Topics included addressing uncertainty in the business community (immigration, trade), promoting housing investment and an overhaul of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
Chamber welcomes new 8 new members in September
October 13, 2025
The Chamber extends a warm welcome to the 8 businesses that became members in September. Thank you for your unique contributions and investment in our region's success - you are making an impact. We strive to give each member the opportunities and resources to advance their business and strengthen the community.
Passenger Rail Update: Committee members will travel to Springfield next week ahead of veto session
October 10, 2025
The Rock Island County Passenger Rail Committee is joining with new partners to take immediate steps ahead of next week’s veto session, focusing its energy on advocating for funding of the Chicago-to-Moline Passenger Rail project.
Makers on the Move bus tour visits ALM Positioners in Rock Island
October 10, 2025
Manufacturing leaders from across Illinois visited Rock Island on Friday, as the bus rolled in for a stop at ALM Positioners to celebrate Manufacturing Month. It was the 4th annual tour sponsored by the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) and the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC), wrapping up a 7-day trek to manufacturing facilities, colleges and community centers throughout Illinois.
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
October 7, 2025
Employment in the Quad Cities area was down slightly in August after seasonal adjustment, and the unemployment rate was up slightly. This week we look at the details of the Quad Cities job market and the implications of the nationwide employment slowdown.
LMT Defense expands operations in Eldridge, adding jobs and investment in the Quad Cities
October 2, 2025
LMT Defense, a leading manufacturer of defense products for the U.S. Armed Forces and law enforcement agencies worldwide, is expanding its footprint in the Quad Cities. The company will establish a…
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