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Business guidance through COVID-19 among Chamber’s FY20 successes
August 26, 2020
Despite the economic hurdles brought on by COVID-19, the Quad Cities Chamber has accomplished many successes over the past year.
"Anytime we have a year like the first part of 2020, it's good to…
2020 marks new era for Quad Cities Chamber
August 19, 2020
Not only is 2020 the Quad Cities Chamber’s 10th anniversary, but it also marks the beginning of a new era for the organization.
In alignment with the Q2030 regional vision, we haven’t changed our…
Quad Cities Chamber awards 2020 Business, Volunteer of the Year
August 13, 2020
The Quad Cities Chamber on Thursday honored the Business of the Year and Volunteer of the Year at its 2020 Annual Celebration presented by TBK Bank.
Business of the Year honors went to Twin State…
Report: Quad Cities region ranked top 10 for economic growth in Midwest, top 50 in U.S.
July 22, 2020
The Quad Cities region significantly exceeded its previous economic growth rankings – as well as those of competing communities – in Area Development's 2019 Leading Metro Locations report.
Released…
In recognition of Juneteenth
June 19, 2020
Today marks an important holiday. Juneteenth is a day to celebrate the end of slavery in the U.S. and a good day to reflect on the realities of our world, acknowledge that Black lives matter and…
Quad Cities region earns national recognition for economic development projects along Mississippi River corridor
March 9, 2020
Recent investment in the Quad Cities metro region has been recognized by Site Selection Magazine as part of its 2019 Governor’s Cup Awards. The economic development magazine annually ranks…
John DeDoncker calls on Quad Cities business community to ‘pull the oar together’
February 25, 2020
John DeDoncker, Midwest Division President for TBK Bank, has a unique vantage point on the work of the Quad Cities Chamber. Not only is his company a Chamber member investor, he also helms the board…
Quad Cities First launches study to grow targeted and emerging industries
February 25, 2020
Quad Cities First, the economic development division of the Quad Cities Chamber, is working with Conway, Inc. to develop a tactical business attraction and expansion strategy to grow the targeted and…
Dr. LaDrina Wilson: Help us ‘create the talent machine we need here in the Quad Cities’
February 17, 2020
When asked to lead the Quad Cities Chamber’s Together We Win investment campaign, Dr. LaDrina Wilson signed on without hesitation.
Wilson, Vice President for Student Services at Black Hawk College,…
2019 Construction Projects in Quad Cities Region
February 17, 2020
In 2019, there were 21 construction projects in our five target industries totaling $170.9 million in investment, constructing 667,500 square feet and creating 1,008 new jobs in the Quad Cities…
Fifty-two companies invest in Quad Cities Chamber to win race for talent and economic prosperity
February 11, 2020
While we've accomplished major wins as a region over the last decade, the Quad Cities has BIG challenges ahead.
Our six-county region’s population has not grown enough since the 1990s, and current…
Quad Cities region embraces Chamber welcome sign challenge
February 3, 2020
At least 70 businesses and other organizations in the Quad Cities region have displayed One Human Family QCA's welcome sign at their workplace and promoted the sign's strong message of inclusiveness…
2020 legislative priorities for the Rock Island Arsenal
January 31, 2020
This week, a group from the Quad Cities region met in Washington, D.C. with Congressional senior staff from the Quad Cities delegations, Department of Defense and Army Leadership at the Pentagon and…
Quad Cities region secures 2019 legislative successes for Rock Island Arsenal
January 31, 2020
The Quad Cities region was successful in securing several legislative victories in 2019 that will continue to support the Rock Island Arsenal’s sustainability and impact. The Rock Island Arsenal has…
Chamber challenge: Welcome all people at your business
January 28, 2020
ATTENTION, Quad Cities business leaders: Chamber President & CEO Paul Rumler has a challenge for you – If your business or organization welcomes all people and happily serves all customers, download…
Quad Cities Chamber unveils 2020 legislative priorities
January 21, 2020
Advocating for the creation of the Quad Cities Regional Metropolitan Authority for investment in quality of life and infrastructure initiatives tops the Quad Cities Chamber's 2020 public policy…
Quad Cities Chamber launches Advocacy Action Center, seeks business input on legislative issues
January 21, 2020
Education and workforce development, healthcare, transportation and infrastructure: These are just a few of the legislative issues the Quad Cities Chamber knows are important to the region's business…
TOUCHDOWN! Quad Cities minor league sports teams score $50M in direct economic impact
January 15, 2020
The Quad Cities Chamber wants the Quad Cities to be a place where people are excited to invest their lives, and that means having the right amenities to attract and keep a quality workforce. One big…
New regional funding mechanism could bring big, bold ideas to life in Quad Cities
January 14, 2020
The Quad Cities has big ideas and ambitious goals, as outlined in the Q2030 Regional Action Plan. To implement these ideas designed to make the region a cooler, more creative, connected and…
Building a winning Quad Cities region in 2020 and beyond
January 7, 2020
The Quad Cities Chamber has listened to the needs of the business community, and we hear you loud and clear: attract more people and boost the economic prosperity of our region.
Our six-county Quad…
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