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divvyDOSE expands to downtown Davenport, adding 200-300 jobs
February 9, 2021
Online pharmacy startup to retain Moline facility
Experiencing rapid growth of its direct-to-consumer medication delivery service, Quad Cities-based pharmacy startup divvyDOSE is expanding its…
Quad Cities region secures 2020 legislative successes for Rock Island Arsenal
February 4, 2021
The Quad Cities region was successful in securing several legislative victories in 2020 that will continue to support the Rock Island Arsenal’s sustainability and impact. These victories built off…
Chamber to celebrate Black-run organizations during Black History Month
February 1, 2021
In celebration of Black History Month and Keep It QC, the Quad Cities Chamber will be highlighting local Black-owned businesses and Black-run organizations throughout February on our social media. At…
Ready for takeoff, QC Airport sees better year ahead with support from community
January 27, 2021
Ben Leischner, executive director for the Quad City International Airport, presented the program Wednesday, Jan. 27, at the Quad Cities Chamber's AMp Up event. The Accredited Airport Executive…
City of Rock Island selects Quad Cities Chamber to manage downtown
January 25, 2021
Chamber set to hire downtown director The City of Rock Island’s city council approved a contract with the Quad Cities Chamber to provide downtown place management services effective…
Chamber requests delay of Illinois’ Jan. 1 minimum wage increase
December 18, 2020
As Quad Cities businesses continue to face daunting challenges related to COVID-19, the State of Illinois is set to continue with the scheduled Jan. 1 minimum wage increase from $10 to $11 an hour.…
2020 recap: Pivots pave way for more prosperous year ahead
December 15, 2020
This year presented an onslaught of challenges to organizations of every size, industry and location, including the Quad Cities Chamber. Fortunately, our Economic Forecast presenter projected a…
Chamber sharpens focus on business & economic growth
December 9, 2020
In the Quad Cities, some industries are faring well and looking to expand their operations despite the financial woes felt by many businesses in 2020. In addition to helping area businesses hit hard…
RSM economist forecasts recovery and expansion in 2021
December 3, 2020
The economy is on track to recover and expand in 2021, a top RSM economist told Quad Cities business leaders Dec. 3 at the Chamber's annual Economic Forecast presented by IMEG Corp. and Mediacom…
Exact Metrology scanned the Quad Cities for growth opportunity
November 5, 2020
By Exact Metrology’s calculations, the Quad Cities and its manufacturing muscle measured up as the best place for its own expansion.
Founded in 2000, Exact Metrology expanded its footprint in March…
Rankings show Quad Cities economy strong, well positioned for growth
October 28, 2020
The Quad Cities Chamber is experiencing an uptick in interest from companies looking to launch operations in the bi-state region.
Chamber leaders credit what recent rankings have shown: The Quad…
IMEG pledges support for Keep It QC, doing business locally
October 28, 2020
A pet peeve of at least one Quad Cities business leader is seeing out-of-town contractors on local roads during his morning commute to work.
“We’ve really got to learn to support one another,” IMEG…
Keep It QC highlights power of doing business locally to improve economy
October 22, 2020
The Quad Cities Chamber has launched Keep It QC, an initiative to bring awareness to the power of doing business locally. According to Chamber representatives, buying local has many tangible economic…
Take the survey on your business travel habits
October 14, 2020
We want to know business air travel needs and behaviors. Please take this brief survey (the survey is now closed.) Your input is important, and the Chamber is partnering with the Quad City…
US Bank: Adopting new payment methods key to customer satisfaction
October 1, 2020
This year has presented challenges and opportunities for everyone, shining a light on new, creative ways of doing business and serving customers.
Sponsored by US Bank, the Quad Cities Chamber…
QC employers encouraged to advance disability inclusion in October and beyond
September 29, 2020
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), and in alignment with the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), this year’s theme is “Increasing Access and…
Quad Cities Chamber opposes increased income tax changes in Illinois
September 29, 2020
The Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce joined other business groups in opposition to the proposed State of Illinois Constitutional amendment raising personal and corporate income tax rates from a flat…
Video: Rumler outlines new era for Quad Cities Chamber
September 10, 2020
This year marks the 10th anniversary as well as the beginning of a new era for the Quad Cities Chamber. "I'm really excited about this next era for the Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce because when…
Building momentum, Downtown Bettendorf Organization eyes continued growth
September 9, 2020
While construction of the new Interstate 74 bridge in the Quad Cities is drawing a lot of attention these days, a new urban destination is quietly rising just beyond the span.
Downtown Bettendorf is…
Quad Cities Chamber denounces latest round of hate flyers, calls on business community to act
September 9, 2020
The latest round of racist white nationalist flyers and messages being spread in the Quad Cities are unacceptable, and we cannot tolerate them as a community. The Quad Cities Chamber continues to…
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