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Grow QC and the QC Chamber missions remain strong heading into 2026
December 17, 2025
Grow QC and QC Chamber missions remain strong heading into 2026
“With economic development now housed under Grow Quad Cities, we’re able to focus on helping companies grow, invest and succeed in…
Quad Cities Community Partnership attends International Downtown Association Fly-In
April 11, 2025
Kyle Carter, Vice President of Place Management for the Quad Cities Community Partnership, recently attended the International Downtown Association (IDA) Washington D.C. Fly-In to advocate for…
Chamber reacts to Bettendorf State of the City address
February 22, 2024
On Wednesday, Feb. 21, Bettendorf Mayor Bob Gallagher delivered the 2024 State of the City address. Many of the initiatives he highlighted align with the Chamber’s local legislative agenda…
Chamber reacts to Rock Island State of City address
January 24, 2024
Rock Island Mayor Mike Thoms presented the 2024 State of the City address on Monday, Jan. 22 at Bally's Quad Cities. Thoms highlighted many items the Chamber supports that align with our legislative…
Dr. LaDrina Wilson’s farewell message
January 12, 2024
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New President & CEO of Quad Cities Chamber announced
December 6, 2023
The Quad Cities Chamber announced Wednesday that Peter Tokar III, MBA, MEDP will be the next President & CEO starting mid-January 2024. Tokar brings over 17 years of experience serving economic…
New Operations Manager ready to make an impact in Downtown Rock Island
September 27, 2023
The Rock Island Downtown Alliance has an expanded arsenal of resources with recent additions to personnel, equipment and technology – all designed to boost the new organization’s impact on the…
QC, That’s Where Downtown Leaders are Making a Place that Residents Love
September 14, 2023
QC, That’s Where there’s a passionate team of downtown organizations committed to making their downtowns places where Quad Citizens want to live, work and play.
There’s an ever-evolving atmosphere…
Davenport, Bettendorf Students Give Back to their Communities through Bike Racks Project
September 7, 2023
The neighboring communities of Davenport and Bettendorf will soon have new bike racks installed across their downtowns thanks to the collaborative efforts of local high school students.
During the…
Fall 2023 Chamber Event Series: Become Immersed in the QC Business Community
August 29, 2023
No matter your industry or interests, the Chamber Fall Event Series is empowering our members to connect and build relationships with QC businesspeople and leaders. At each event, we provide a stage…
Generation Next announces first cohort
August 21, 2023
Generation Next is a brand new program bringing together the best and brightest mid-career professionals to prepare them for careers as community leaders, and the first cohort is all set to embark on…
Arron Sutherland and Nicole Watson-Lam honored as Co-Volunteers of the Year
August 10, 2023
The Quad Cities Chamber honored Arron Sutherland and Nicole Watson-Lam as Co-Volunteers of the Year at the 2023 Chamber Annual Meeting presented by IMEG Corp.
Sutherland and Watson-Lam were…
New Chamber website provides the resources you need, whenever you need them
August 2, 2023
We’re excited to share that the new Chamber website is now live! You might have noticed the polished new look and feel of the site over the past few days, and we want to explain all the features that…
Interns working hard, playing hard during InternQC
July 26, 2023
The Quad Cities is a place where residents work hard so that they can play hard, and the 2023 InternQC program is giving summer interns a taste of the vibrant lifestyle offered in the region.…
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
July 21, 2023
The Headline:
On July 7, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that payrolls increased by 209,000 nationwide during the month of June, and the unemployment rate decreased slightly to 3.6%.…
2023 Bi-State Legislative Session Recap
July 12, 2023
The State Legislatures of both Iowa and Illinois have concluded their sessions, with consequential legislation passing the House and Senate in each state. As a bi-state regional economy, laws passed…
Let’s Start Talking About Mental Health in the Workplace
June 22, 2023
With employees spending 40 or more hours working every week, the workplace is an environment uniquely equipped to help individuals improve their mental health. Initiatives like employee assistance…
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
June 20, 2023
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported last week that the consumer price index (CPI) rose 0.1% in May (seasonally adjusted). This is down from a 0.4% increase in April. The seasonally unadjusted…
Laborshed study surveying Quad Cities residents
June 6, 2023
Laborshed study surveying Quad Cities residents The Quad Cities Chamber is partnering with Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) and Iowa Economic Development Authority to complete a Laborshed employment…
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
June 5, 2023
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators The Headline:
On Friday, June 2, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that the U.S. economy added 339,000 jobs during the month of May. In addition,…
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
May 31, 2023
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators Last week, we examined the recent history of economic growth in the Quad Cities area. This week, we take a historical perspective on the local labor market. By…
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
May 22, 2023
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators The Headline:
This week, we look at the recent history of economic growth in the Quad Cities area. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is the most widely cited…
What is your QC, That’s Where?
May 17, 2023
What is your QC, That's Where? The Chamber asked Quad Citizens to provide their QC, That’s Where statements at Hob Nosh, and the responses didn’t disappoint. Each response provided a unique insight…
Welcome to the newest Chamber Members!
May 9, 2023
Welcome New March & April Chamber Members! The Quad Cities Chamber welcomed 12 new members in March and April. Thank you to each of these organizations for their unique contributions and investment…
Illinois House passes resolution for Moline-Chicago passenger rail
May 3, 2023
Illinois House passes resolution for Moline-Chicago passenger rail On Tuesday, May 2, the Illinois House adopted Rep. Gregg Johnson's resolution (HR0167) to urge Gov. Pritzker to make a formal…
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
April 24, 2023
In this third post in a series on various aspects of the Quad Cities economy, we look at wages and the cost of living. Last week, we examined the employment share of different occupational groups in…
Rock Island Downtown Alliance Board Approved
March 28, 2023
Rock Island Downtown Alliance Board Approved Board members for the newly created Rock Island Downtown Alliance were appointed by Mayor Mike Thoms and approved by City Council on March 27, 2023.
This…
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
March 24, 2023
The Headline:
Employment in the Quad Cities Metropolitan Statistical Area increased by about 1% from February 2022 to February 2023 according to the establishment survey by the Bureau of Labor…
Minority Business Panel shows challenges facing minority entrepreneurs
March 23, 2023
Minority Business Panel Illustrates The Challenges Facing Minority Entrepreneurs The journey of an entrepreneur is filled with challenges at every turn, and solutions are hard to come by when you…
Illinois announces Back to Business grants for creative arts, hotels & restaurants
March 22, 2023
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced the continuation of the Back 2 Business program with three new grant opportunities…
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
March 17, 2023
The Headline:
On March 10, Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), a key player in the world of start-up financing, failed due to a run on its deposits. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) stepped…
Illinois enacts mandatory paid leave
March 15, 2023
Illinois is now the third state to require businesses to grant employees paid time off for any reason. According to the bill, which will become law on Jan. 1, 2024, employees will accrue one hour of…
Tamales for Hope illustrates the fighting spirit of a successful entrepreneur
March 15, 2023
Tamales for Hope illustrates the fighting spirit of successful entrepreneurs Tamales for Hope is one of the Quad Cities’ greatest small business stories. Owner, Carmen Lopez has overcame challenges…
Government Affairs Update
March 14, 2023
What we're watching this week:
The Chamber traveled to Springfield to meet one-on-one with Illinois legislators. The team met with House Minority Leader Tony McCombie, Sen. Neil Anderson, Sen.…
Weekly Economic Trends and Indicators
March 10, 2023
The Headline
The U.S. trade deficit increased by about $1 billion on a seasonally adjusted basis (about 1.6%) in January, moving from $67.2 billion to $68.3 billion. Exports jumped by 3.4% from…
Weekly Economic Trends & Indicators
March 3, 2023
The Headline
Wage growth slowed for the third consecutive month in January, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Average earnings across all private (non-government) occupations were $33.03…
Passenger rail next steps
February 27, 2023
Statement from the Quad Cities Chamber
"The Chamber has been a longtime advocate in supporting and securing state and federal funding for passenger rail," said CEO LaDrina Wilson. "We've done so…
PCT Ebeam and Integration expanding Davenport facility
February 27, 2023
PCT Ebeam and Integration, an electron-beam technology company with international reach, is expanding its operations in the Quad Cities by doubling the size of their existing 30,000-square-foot…
Weekly Economic Trends & Indicators
February 24, 2023
weekly-economic-trends-indicators-feb-24-2023 The Headline
A report this week by the real estate firm Redfin stated that the total value of U.S. homes fell by $2.3 trillion from June to December…
Connecting QC youth with jobs
February 22, 2023
Hundreds of young adults attended the QC Mayors' Young Adult Hiring Fair on Tuesday, Feb. 21. Held at Bettendorf's Waterfront Convention Center, the aspring adults had the opportunity to meet with…
Quad City Steamwheelers Reverse Job Fair seeking employers
February 22, 2023
Seeking employers for hiring fair The Quad Cities Chamber is teaming up with IowaWORKS to host the second Quad City Steamwheelers reverse hiring fair, an event where QC employers will get the…
Government Affairs Update
February 20, 2023
What we're watching this week:
An Iowa bill, SF 167, is a re-write of Iowa's child labor laws that are currently being proposed in the Iowa legislature. The bill would update the duties that can…
Weekly Economic Trends & Indicators
February 17, 2023
The Headline
Inflation continues to be a stubborn problem for the U.S. economy. This week saw two important data releases from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). On Tuesday, the BLS announced…
Chamber will provide place management services for downtown Rock Island
February 14, 2023
After nearly two years of daily, boots-on-the-ground work, the Quad Cities Chamber is pleased to announce a partnership with the City of Rock Island to provide place management services for…
Government Affairs Update
February 13, 2023
What we're watching this week:
Gov. Pritzker will present his State of the State and Budget address to a joint session of the Illinois legislature on Wednesday, Feb. 15.
An Iowa bill, HF 161,…
Weekly Economic Trends & Indicators
February 10, 2023
The Headline
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), nonfarm business sector productivity in the U.S. increased 3.0% in the fourth quarter of 2022. For the year, average productivity…
2023 Employee Retention Credit
February 9, 2023
On Feb. 9, Derek Pillars, CPA from Honkamp, P.C. provided members with information about the Employee Retention Credit. Watch the webinar recording below or download the presentation slides for all…
Welcome January Members
February 7, 2023
The Quad Cities Chamber welcomed five new members in January. Thank you to each of these organizations for their unique contributions and investment in our region's success - you are making an…
Government Affairs Update
February 6, 2023
What we're watching this week:
The Illinois Senate committees and Illinois House committees have been appointed.
In Iowa, HF1 would require counties and cities to reserve 10% before they can put…
Second Leadership QC cohort announced
January 26, 2023
We're bringing the best and the brightest of the nonprofit and business community together. Their charge is to see how we can work together to reimagine the role of businesses affecting change in the…
Government Affairs Update
January 23, 2023
What we're watching this week:
Iowa Senate Study Bill 1056
Iowa Senate File 10
The Illinois House is not in session and it's expected the Senate may get some bills officially introduced
Join…
Government Affairs Update
January 17, 2023
Look back at the week of Jan. 9, 2023:
Iowa Gov. Reynolds Condition of the State
Monitoring 8 bills filed by the Iowa House ranging from workforce to childcare
Iowa committee…
LaDrina Wilson reflects on MLK Day
January 16, 2023
We were honored that our CEO, Dr. LaDrina Wilson gave the keynote address at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. "My goal for our community is to be a…
Welcome December New Members
January 11, 2023
The Quad Cities Chamber welcomed eight new members in December. Thank you to each of these organizations for their unique contributions and investment in our region's success- you are making an…
Advocating for QC region in 2023
January 9, 2023
As the legislative sessions start in Illinois and Iowa, the Quad Cities Chamber will be advocating for businesses and our region.
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Celebrating our region’s 2022 successes
December 20, 2022
As we enter the final days of 2022, it’s a great opportunity to reflect on all the successes our QC region celebrated this year. At the Quad Cities Chamber, we are proud to play a part in these…
Rock Island City Council establishes Special Service Area
December 13, 2022
Rock Island City Council on Dec. 12 approved an ordinance to establish a Downtown Special Service Area (SSA).
Downtown property owners, business owners and residents expressed an interest in the…
Bipartisan agreement will pay off Unemployment Insurance deficit
December 7, 2022
Bipartisan agreement will pay off Unemployment Insurance deficit Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced a bipartisan agreement has been reached to pay off the remaining $1.36 billion of the pandemic…
Glad you’ve joined us! Meet our newest members
December 6, 2022
Glad you've joined us! Meet our newest members The Quad Cities Chamber welcomed four new members in November. Thank you to each of these organizations for their unique contributions and investment in…
Economic outlook: stubborn inflation, rising rates, slower growth
December 1, 2022
Economic outlook: stubborn inflation, rising rates, slower growth The U.S. holds the ingredients and core economic fundamentals for a stable economy moving forward, said Kevin Depew, RSM Deputy Chief…
SSA right move for downtown Rock Island
December 1, 2022
This guest editorial appeared on Dec. 1, 2022 in the Quad-City Times from Arron Sutherland, President/CEO, Illinois Casualty Company, Chair of the Downtown Rock Island Steering Committee and Nicole…
Midland Davis opens pallet refurbishing division
November 30, 2022
Midland Davis opens pallet refurbishing division Midland Davis Corp., one of the oldest full-service recycling companies in the Midwest, has expanded its operations and launched a wood pallet…
Cocina Verde food truck on the road providing 100% vegan authentic Mexican food
November 29, 2022
Cocina Verde food truck on the road providing 100% vegan authentic Mexican food Karen and Emmanuel García are a couple of entrepreneurs who have worked hard to make one of their biggest dreams come…
Building on vibrancy and livability of downtown RI
November 28, 2022
Building on vibrancy and livability of downtown RI As the City of Rock Island considers establishing a downtown Special Service Area (SSA), the Chamber has been honored to work alongside the City,…
QC, that’s where we support our small businesses
November 15, 2022
QC, that’s where we support our small businesses QC, that’s where entrepreneurs enrich us with their innovation and inventive imagination. It is where small business owners invest – dollars, as well…
Viewpoint: SSA is a vehicle to build and celebrate downtown RI
November 15, 2022
Viewpoint: SSA is a vehicle to build and celebrate downtown RI Positive action requires positive vision, and the Rock Island City Council and staff deserve applause for taking that approach to…
QC, that’s where our love of nature is good for business & all who live here
November 9, 2022
QC, that’s where our love of nature is good for business & all who live here QC, that’s where environmental stewardship isn’t a trend – it’s a value on full display in our lush landscapes, crisp air,…
IL & IA DOT seek feedback on I-80 bridge alternatives
November 2, 2022
Illinois and Iowa Departments of Transportation seeking feedback on I-80 bridge alternatives Officials from the Illinois and Iowa Departments of Transportation (DOT) continue to study alternatives…
November ballot – no change to Illinois Constitution needed
October 28, 2022
November ballot – no change to Illinois Constitution needed On November 8, Illinois voters will be asked to amend a portion of the Illinois Constitution. On sample ballots in Rock Island, Henry and…
Chamber Business Forum stresses need for creating an inclusive workforce culture
October 28, 2022
Chamber Business Forum stresses need for creating an inclusive workforce culture Evidence has shown that what holds a company together as it progresses, evolves and becomes successful is the people;…
Rock Island Arsenal soon to be home to world’s largest 3D printer
October 26, 2022
Rock Island Arsenal soon to be home to world’s largest 3D printer; learn how partnerships made that happen The world’s largest metal additive 3D printer, a machine capable of printing a joint-free…
New grant award to help local manufacturers and defense contractors
October 25, 2022
New grant award to help local manufacturers and defense contractors The Quad Cities Chamber is one of four Illinois Defense Manufacturing Consortium (ILDMC) community members that will share a $5…
Jenelle Wolber earns Economic Development Finance Professional certification
October 19, 2022
Jenelle Wolber earns Economic Development Finance Professional certification Jenelle Wolber, Director, Business & Economic Growth Services for the Quad Cities Chamber, was recently certified as an…
QC is a green energy powerhouse for businesses
October 11, 2022
QC is a green energy powerhouse for businesses QC, that’s where a diverse portfolio of green energy allows mega manufacturers, global corporations and small businesses to enjoy the 11th lowest…
Applauding QC manufacturers during National Manufacturing Month
October 5, 2022
Applauding QC manufacturers during National Manufacturing Month QC, that’s where manufacturing is the powerhouse that fuels our region’s economy. That’s where we are building on the legacy of John…
QC companies reflect and elevate the goals of a new generation
September 13, 2022
QC companies reflect and elevate the goals of a new generation When you find a company that aligns with your values, a career isn't work – it’s a calling, a fun avenue to contribute and enrich the…
FAQ: Downtown Rock Island Special Service Area
September 13, 2022
FAQ: Downtown Rock Island Special Service Area The process to establish a downtown Rock Island Special Service Area (SSA) as a vehicle to stabilize investments and revitalize the greater downtown has…
Leadership QC forges a path to strengthen our region
September 6, 2022
Leadership QC forges a path to strengthen our region Leadership QC is a program anchored in corporate social responsibility and when we launched it eight months ago, we challenged 23 business,…
Fair Oaks Foods breaks ground on a $134 million investment in the QC
September 1, 2022
Fair Oaks Foods breaks ground on a $134 million investment in the QC After growing nearly 500% in the past 30 years, Fair Oaks Foods celebrated another milestone on Thursday, Sept. 1, with a…
The Granary Coffee House & Brewery ‘crafts’ are boosting QC economy
August 30, 2022
The Granary Coffee House & Brewery ‘crafts’ are boosting QC economy Since opening in May, The Granary Coffee House & Brewery has stood true to its mission, providing the QC with a unique destination…
Bayside Bistro is making an impact on our region and its customers
August 30, 2022
Bayside Bistro is making an impact on our region and its customers The recent expansion of Bayside Bistro into Rock Island did more than contribute to the economic success and strength of the city;…
Welcome our newest members!
August 29, 2022
Welcome our newest members! The Quad Cities Chamber welcomed eight new members in August 2022. Thank you to each of these organizations for their unique contributions and investment in our region's…
QC is the place for budding entrepreneurs
August 23, 2022
QC is the place for budding entrepreneurs Sam McCullum came to the Quad Cities from Chicago for college nine years ago, and the opportunities he discovered have kept him in the region ever since.…
“Manufacturing Matters” tour visits Quad Cities, highlights industry’s important role in state and regional economy
August 23, 2022
“Manufacturing Matters” tour visits Quad Cities, highlights industry’s important role in state and regional economy New economic study finds manufacturing generates $4.9 billion in economic output…
Fall 2022 Chamber events: providing the information, resources and connections you need
August 19, 2022
Fall 2022 Chamber events: providing the information, resources and connections you need We strive to provide the critical information, resources and opportunities QC businesses need to thrive. In our…
Chamber awarded $3 million State of Illinois grant for Downtown Rock Island Revitalization
August 15, 2022
The Quad Cities Chamber, in partnership with the City of Rock Island, today announced that it has been selected to receive a $3 million grant for downtown Rock Island revitalization. As part of the…
Annual Meeting celebrates Chamber achievements and collective wins
August 11, 2022
Annual Meeting celebrates Chamber achievements and collective wins The Quad Cities Chamber held its Annual Meeting, presented by TBK Bank, on Thursday, Aug. 11, at Rhythm City Casino Resort. During…
Ambassadors recognized for 10+ years of service to Quad Cities Chamber
August 11, 2022
Ambassadors recognized for 10+ years of service to Quad Cities Chamber During the Quad Cities Chamber 2022 Annual Meeting, we honored nine Ambassadors who’ve generously served as volunteers to this…
Kathy Daily honored as Chamber’s Volunteer of the Year
August 11, 2022
Kathy Daily honored as Chamber’s Volunteer of the Year The Quad Cities Chamber honored Kathy Daily with the Volunteer of the Year award during its 2022 Annual Meeting presented by TBK Bank.
Daily…
Chamber recognizes Quad City Engineering Co. as Business of the Year
August 11, 2022
Chamber recognizes Quad City Engineering Co. as Business of the Year The Quad Cities Chamber on Thursday honored Quad City Engineering Co., Inc., as the Business of the Year at its 2022 Annual…
Advocacy Councils will provide insight into policy that will strengthen QC economy
August 2, 2022
Advocacy Councils will provide insight into policy that will strengthen QC economy The Chamber has created two new Advocacy Councils to strengthen our efforts and the conversations we will have with…
New SSA and place management organization proposed to help revitalize downtown Rock Island
July 25, 2022
New SSA and place management organization proposed to help revitalize downtown Rock Island UPDATE: The Rock Island City Council on Aug. 22 voted 5-1 to approve the second and final reading of the…
Terry Ambrozi: 43 years ‘in the front seat’ at the Chamber
July 19, 2022
Terry Ambrozi: 43 years 'in the front seat' at the Chamber If you’ve called the Chamber office over the last 43 years, you’ve probably talked to Terry Ambrozi. With her bright smile and warm…
Mid-Year Economic Outlook White Paper
July 19, 2022
Mid-Year Economic Outlook White Paper As we move through the summer of 2022, many businesses are concerned about the economy's future path. In a mid-year U.S. Economic Outlook White Paper, Dr.…
From public sculpture to vibrant murals, the QC’s creative current comes alive
July 13, 2022
From public sculpture to vibrant murals, the QC’s creative current comes alive QC, that’s where we display our region’s culture and history, quirky originality and creativity within a gallery of…
Introducing and thanking our Board of Directors
July 8, 2022
Introducing and thanking our Board of Directors Our Board of Directors are committed to creating a prosperous regional economy where all can thrive. These volunteers give their time, insight and…
Chamber holds site consultant tour of QC and multiplies our region’s reach
July 6, 2022
Chamber holds site consultant tour of QC and multiplies our region’s reach Last week the Chamber team hosted four national site consultants who spent two days immersed in the region, learning more…
LaDrina Wilson will serve as Interim CEO, Chair of Chamber Board
July 1, 2022
Starting July 5, Dr. LaDrina Wilson, Quad Cities Chamber Board Chair and CEO of IMAN Consulting, will serve as the organization’s Interim CEO. She will be available as needed to the Chamber while…
Thank you to our Golf Outing sponsors
June 22, 2022
Thank you to our Golf Outing sponsors The Quad Cities Chamber Golf Outing was a success thanks to our sponsors. Despite a short bout of rain, more than 200 golfers enjoyed a day of networking and…
QC transportation assets are a clear business advantage
June 21, 2022
QC transportation assets are a clear business advantage QC, that’s where logistics operations and products have a direct path to major U.S. cities in mere hours, not days. It is where four interstate…
Fair Oaks Foods announces $134 million investment in new food production facility in Davenport
June 14, 2022
Fair Oaks Foods announces $134 million investment in QC production facility Fair Oaks Foods is planning to construct a state-of-the-art food production facility in Davenport, pending state and local…
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signs Family Bereavement Leave Act into law
June 10, 2022
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signs Family Bereavement Leave Act into law Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed The Family Bereavement Act on Thursday, expanding bereavement leave in Illinois for…
New state childcare grant can help employers recruit & retain workers
June 7, 2022
New state childcare grant can help employers recruit & retain workers The underlying issue of a lack of workforce in some cases may be a barrier to employment - access to high-quality, affordable…
Our QC community ‘is really strong and really special’
June 7, 2022
Our QC community ‘is really strong and really special’ The QC is the heart of the Midwest, a proud, forward-thinking family of communities connected by one of the world’s most renowned rivers, the…
Deere & Company sponsoring first IGNITE class, registration now open
June 1, 2022
Deere & Company sponsoring first IGNITE class, registration now open Deere & Company is sponsoring the first class of IGNITE to introduce high school students and adult learners to Advanced…
Iowa Legislature compromises, ends gridlock and adjourns session
May 31, 2022
Iowa Legislature ends gridlock and adjourns session The Iowa Legislature adjourned the Second Session of the 89th General Assembly in the early hours of May 25, after a nearly month-long gridlock.…
Post your member job openings on our website for free
May 31, 2022
Post your member job openings on our website for free The talent shortage is a challenge that we are collectively tackling with businesses, organizations and members throughout the region.…
The QC is an incredible place to work, live and play
May 31, 2022
The QC is an incredible place to work, live and play An affordable cost of living, great ground-level business opportunities, a thriving arts and music scene, a welcoming local community — these and…
Sweet Tooth Snacks expands direct to consumer and opens two storefronts
May 24, 2022
Sweet Tooth Snacks expands direct to consumer and opens two storefronts When contracts with national retailers were cut back, the destination for popcorn and all things snacking went from supplying…
Downtown Rock Island awarded State of Illinois grant for Arts Alley
May 24, 2022
Downtown Rock Island awarded State of Illinois grant for Arts Alley Arts Alley, the public alleyway at 1719 2nd Ave. in Downtown Rock Island, will undergo a major facelift thanks to a $267,181 grant…
Kyle Carter earns Leader in Place Management designation
May 18, 2022
Kyle Carter earns Leader in Place Management designation Kyle Carter has earned the newly established designation of Certified Leader in Place Management by the International Downtown Association…
Five QC companies thriving in the Midwest
May 18, 2022
Five QC companies thriving in the Midwest The Quad Cities is a family of communities connected by the mighty Mississippi River and a shared understanding of how life can best be lived. The region…
QC leaders flip talent challenge into a regional opportunity
May 12, 2022
QC leaders flip talent challenge into a regional opportunity The Quad Cities Chamber asked tenured leaders from across the QC to step up and make a commitment to be part of the solution to the talent…
InternQC draws young talent back to the region
May 10, 2022
InternQC draws young talent back to the region The connections Gerry Anne Hayes made during internships in the QC drew her back to the region from Chicago. She’s launched her career in the Quad…
This Midwest sweet spot is a thriving hub of creativity and industry
May 10, 2022
This Midwest sweet spot is a thriving hub of creativity and industry The QC is the heart of the Midwest, the sweet spot for industry and creativity, where two states and one mighty Mississippi River…
Discounted ad packages to celebrate Small Business Week
May 5, 2022
Discounted ad packages to celebrate Small Business Week Are you looking for ways to promote your organization to other businesses? The Quad Cities Chamber offers ad opportunities for Chamber members…
Chamber partnership is ‘raising the level of commitment’ to minority and women entrepreneurs
May 5, 2022
Chamber partnership is 'raising the level of commitment' to minority and women entrepreneurs Small business owners are propelled by their passion, whether it is going local or global with a new…
It is National Small Business Week; here is one way we are supporting our downtown businesses
May 3, 2022
It is National Small Business Week; here is one way we are supporting our downtown businesses Small businesses are the heart of our downtowns, giving each city core a unique personality that keeps…
RIA’s total defense spending in QC region tops $532 million
April 28, 2022
RIA's total defense spending in QC region tops $532 million The economic impact the Rock Island Arsenal has on our region is massive. During our most recent Legislative Event, Matthew Herrmann,…
Celebrating the QC’s wins and the traction we gained on our 2022 Regional Advocacy Priorities
April 27, 2022
Celebrating the QC's wins and the traction we gained on our 2022 Regional Advocacy Priorities When we announced the 2022 Regional Advocacy Priorities it came with a commitment that we’d work…
As a region we celebrate our wins, successes, triumphs; now we are bragging those to the world
April 26, 2022
As a region we celebrate our wins, successes, triumphs; now we are bragging those to the world In April, the Chamber launched the podcast, In the QC, to broaden our reach and yes, brag. QC, that’s…
High School Signing Day celebrates 60+ student apprentices
April 21, 2022
High School Signing Day celebrates 60+ student apprentices More than 60 Quad Cities students made a commitment to their future at the High School Apprenticeship Signing Day event on Wednesday when…
Illinois General Assembly concludes session; negotiations continue in Iowa House and Senate
April 20, 2022
Illinois General Assembly concludes session; negotiations continue in Iowa House and Senate Illinois
The spring session of the Illinois General Assembly concluded April 9. As a member of…
Senator Grassley outlines infrastructure and jobs bill impact on our region
April 13, 2022
Senator Grassley outlines infrastructure and jobs bill impact on our region During the Chamber’s most recent Legislative Event, U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley outlined the many ways the federal…
Chamber launches Women’s Business Council
April 12, 2022
Chamber launches Women's Business Council The Chamber convened the first Women’s Business Council Meeting on April 5, gathering 10 business owners to discuss their respective businesses and some of…
Chamber participates in SAU Innovation Summit
April 11, 2022
Chamber takes part in SAU Innovation Summit Mike Oberhaus, Interim CEO and Chief Strategy Officer for the Quad Cities Chamber, joined more than 120 business leaders from across the Quad Cities and…
Chamber event provides insight into Illinois and Iowa legislative sessions
April 8, 2022
Chamber event provides insight into Illinois and Iowa legislative sessions The Chamber’s Illinois and Iowa lobbyists have a front-row view and insight into this year’s State legislative sessions,…
First Kiva micro-loan crowdfunding campaign is underway for QC business
April 6, 2022
First Kiva micro-loan crowdfunding campaign is underway for QC business Kiva micro-loan crowdfunding is underway for Mawua Food Market, the first Quad Cities region business seeking assistance…
A stronger region tied to community colleges; opportunities include free training and upskilling
April 6, 2022
A stronger region tied to community colleges; opportunities include free training and upskilling Our regional workforce is built, in part, on community college campuses. Graduates from Black Hawk…
April 5 update on federal and state legislative action and proposals
April 5, 2022
Update on federal and state legislative action and proposals Federal
The U.S House Rules Committee is scheduled to meet on the Relief for Restaurants and other Hard Hit Small Businesses Act of 2022,…
Capturing headlines as we work together to advance the region
March 29, 2022
Capturing headlines as we work together to advance the region At the Quad Cities Chamber, the work we do with and for you each and every day is intentionally focused on propelling our region. Our…
Legislative Event highlights impact of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act on the QC
March 29, 2022
Legislative Event highlights impact of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act on the QC The federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) will impact the region and economy in a way that will…
Expanding childcare programs to reinvigorate the local workforce
March 29, 2022
Expanding local childcare to reinvigorate the local workforce QC, that’s where we create innovative solutions to help parents find childcare and employers find workforce.
Recently, the City of…
Weekly update on federal and state legislative action and proposals
March 28, 2022
Update on federal and state legislative action and proposals Federal
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed a new rule last week to require publicly traded companies to disclose…
Bison Bridge project included in resolution to go before the Illinois House
March 25, 2022
Bison Bridge project included in resolution up for an Illinois House vote The Bison Bridge proposal to repurpose the Interstate 80 bridge over the Mississippi River into a wildlife crossing and…
Chamber launches the podcast “In the QC.” Listen now.
March 25, 2022
Chamber launches the podcast "In the QC." Listen now. We've launched and we hope you will listen.
The first episode of the Quad Cities Chamber Podcast, In the QC, is now available. In episode one,…
Podcast ‘In The QC’ will highlight what makes our region so unique
March 23, 2022
In The QC will highlight what makes our region so unique The QC is the heart of the Midwest, a proud, forward-thinking family of communities connected by one of the world’s most renowned rivers, the…
Illinois and Iowa legislative updates
March 22, 2022
Illinois and Iowa legislative updates Our Government Affairs team has been quite busy doing the work you asked us to do. During a recent visit to Des Moines, there was a lot of positive discussion on…
IGNITE the future manufacturing workforce; new BHC program seeking work-based learning sites
March 22, 2022
IGNITE the future manufacturing workforce; new BHC program seeking work-based learning sites IGNITE, a new micro-credential program to be launched by Black Hawk College (BHC) this fall will introduce…
Together we are advancing the region and making headlines
March 18, 2022
Together we are advancing the region and making headlines At the Chamber, the work we do with and for you each and every day is intentionally focused on propelling our region. Our priorities include…
Iowa is reframing challenges facing the state as opportunities and taking action
March 18, 2022
Iowa is reframing challenges facing the state as opportunities and taking action Iowa is facing challenges in terms of population growth and attracting talent, like most states across the U.S. But…
Home Base Iowa sparking veterans to put their boots, and roots, in QC region
March 16, 2022
Home Base Iowa sparking veterans to put their boots, and roots, in QC region Lance Burton spent 20 years serving in the U.S. Army and living across the world. When it came time to choose a community…
SBA extends deferment period for COVID EIDL program
March 16, 2022
SBA extends deferment period for COVID EIDL program The U.S. Small Business Administration announced this week that it will extend the deferment period for principal and interest payments on the…
Connections prove valuable for My Place Hotel
March 16, 2022
Connections prove valuable for My Place Hotel My Place Hotel values the connections and the ongoing guidance and assistance the Quad Cities Chamber provides. “We joined the Chamber in July 2018 to…
Government Affairs attends Chamber Day in Springfield
March 8, 2022
Government Affairs attends Chamber Day in Springfield During Chamber Day in Springfield, guest speakers hit on the hottest topics in Illinois. From unemployment insurance to workforce to tac credits,…
Six QC companies awarded Manufacturing 4.0 grants
March 4, 2022
Six QC companies awarded Manufacturing 4.0 grants Six companies in the QC region were awarded Manufacturing 4.0 Workforce Innovation grants and Technology Investment grants by the Iowa Economic…
Our work with you is getting noticed
March 4, 2022
Our work with you is getting noticed At the Chamber, all of our goals and the work we do with and for you each and every day is intentionally focused on propelling our region. Together, we are…
Joining forces to provide ‘pathways of possibilities’
March 3, 2022
Joining forces to provide 'pathways of possibilities' Throughout our region, K-12 schools, community colleges are partnering with businesses and organizations to provide ‘pathways of possibilities’…
Take action: Share your story to help elected officials understand
March 1, 2022
Share your story to help elected officials understand One of the most pressing items we are advocating for is the Unemployment Trust Fund deficit in Illinois to be replenished using ARPA funds.…
Iowa passes tax reforms, Illinois Senate to reconvene Monday
March 1, 2022
Iowa passes tax reforms, Illinois Senate to reconvene Monday Iowa
Governor Kim Reynolds signed House File 2317, the agreed-upon tax reform compromise between the House, Senate and Governor on…
Using ARPA funding to make transformational investments in the region
February 28, 2022
Using ARPA funding to make transformational investments in the region How communities within the region will spend American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to strengthen and support businesses,…
Remove obstacles to expand region’s workforce pool
February 23, 2022
Remove obstacles to expand region's workforce pool The QC region joins communities across the nation in a talent shortage which is impacting local businesses. Each day, 10,000 baby boomers are…
Help coming for QC region entrepreneurs
February 23, 2022
New funding and resources for entrepreneurs and startups are coming to the QC New funding and resources for entrepreneurs and startups are coming to the QC as The New Bohemian Innovation…
State legislators discuss how they are supporting businesses throughout region
February 14, 2022
State legislators discuss how they are supporting businesses throughout region During the kickoff of the Chamber’s 2022 Legislative Event Series on Feb. 11, six state policymakers from Illinois and…
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker discussed proposed budget during stop in QC
February 11, 2022
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker discussed proposed budget during stop in QC During a stop in Rock Island on Thursday, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker outlined how his FY 2023 balanced budget proposal will…
Black Business Council is advancing inclusion in our regional economy
February 8, 2022
Black Business Council is advancing inclusion in our regional economy You can’t create solutions until you have a firm understanding of challenges and opportunities. Last week, we convened the first…
Rumler to lead CCIM Institute, global association serving commercial real estate
February 7, 2022
After 4 years of leading the Quad Cities Chamber, Paul Rumler will become Chief Executive Officer/Executive Vice President of CCIM Institute. Headquartered in Chicago, CCIM Institute is a global…
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker presents his annual Condition of the State and Proposed Budget
February 3, 2022
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker's annual Condition of the State and Proposed Budget Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker provided his annual Condition of the State and Proposed Budget on Wednesday, Feb. 2,…
Slate of 2022 Regional Advocacy Priorities advance every goal of our region
February 2, 2022
Slate of 2022 Regional Advocacy Priorities advance every goal of our region Our work is wide, yet always focused on building our region, increasing population and GDP, enhancing quality of life and…
Leadership QC cohort focused on making our region stronger
January 25, 2022
Leadership QC cohort shares a drive to make our region even stronger It is time to envision the future of the region, and it is time to act, collectively. On Thursday, the Quad Cities Chamber is…
Quad Cities Chamber joins Illinois All In initiative
January 24, 2022
Quad Cities Chamber joins Illinois All In initiative The Quad Cities Chamber joins nearly fifty chambers across the state in urging the Illinois Legislature to provide additional economic and…
Retain talent by sharing yours. It is National Mentoring Month
January 24, 2022
Retain talent by sharing yours. It is National Mentoring Month January is National Mentoring Month, and while we all recognize the impact mentors make on the lives of youth, stepping up to be a…
Talent Business Forum dives into talent gap and strategies to attract and retain workers
January 20, 2022
Talent Business Forum dives into talent gap and strategies to attract and retain workers At our recent Talent Business Forum, experts discussed what is causing the workforce shortage, what the future…
QC businesses can register to be a potential Amazon supply partner
January 17, 2022
QC businesses can register to be a potential Amazon supply partner Businesses across the region interested in providing the goods and services Amazon needs to keep its internal businesses running in…
Iowa Condition of the State Address, unemployment update, Scott County Legislative Forums, State of the City Address
January 11, 2022
Iowa unemployment update and Scott County Legislative Forums begin this week Iowa Condition of the State Address
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds delivered her first Condition of the State Address on Tuesday,…
2021 Recap: Our collective achievements reflect the QC region’s strength
December 21, 2021
2021 Recap: Our collective achievements reflect the QC region's strength It’s been quite a year at the Quad Cities Chamber and we’re proud of the accomplishments your investment supported as we…
Multimillion-dollar Downtown Rock Island streetscaping project moves forward
December 21, 2021
Multimillion-dollar Downtown Rock Island streetscaping project moves forward Rock Island City Council further demonstrated its commitment to Downtown revitalization on Monday when it voted to put…
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. And while it took…
Chamber workforce survey results
November 30, 2021
Workforce attraction is the No. 1 concern of regional employers right now and identifying and addressing workforce gaps is a priority for the Quad Cities Chamber. The findings of a recent survey of…
Flood plan protects 9 miles along Davenport riverfront
November 18, 2021
The highly anticipated City of Davenport flood resilience study is nearing its final approval, and we’re pleased to share the new roadmap to our 9-mile flood mitigation system of the future. Designed…
National Apprenticeship Week
November 17, 2021
November 15-21 is the 7th annual National Apprenticeship Week, a nationwide celebration to showcase the successes and value of registered apprenticeships for our nation’s economy.
“For employers in…
Local startup, TapOnIt, emerging stronger and healthier
November 10, 2021
It was New Year’s Eve 2019, and Katie Castillo-Wilson and her co-founder/sister, Sara Castillo, were on top of the world. They were toasting the best year ever for their startup technology company,…
QC, That’s Where Fortune 100 company John Deere calls home.
November 4, 2021
As we launch a new brand for our region, in partnership with Visit Quad Cities, we asked what makes the QC special – and Quad Citizens always say John Deere is at the top of the list.
Why? Having a…
Government Affairs update: vaccine mandates, IA/IL legislative maps
November 3, 2021
Employer vaccine mandates
During the last month, veto sessions in Springfield and Des Moines brought forth new laws related to COVID-19 vaccination mandates and the responsibilities of…
An exciting new campaign puts a vibrant region on the map
October 28, 2021
Quad Cities Chamber and Visit Quad Cities have launched a bold new brand and multi-platform advertising campaign designed to generate awareness, attract talent, investment, visitation, and more…
QC, That’s Where we partner together to market and brand our region
October 28, 2021
We couldn’t be more excited to share the collective hard work and partnership between Quad Cities Chamber and Visit Quad Cities to showcase the QC.
Where exactly is the QC? It’s long been a thorny…
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October 19, 2021
“America’s Recovery: Powered by Inclusion” is the theme for this October's National Disability Employment Awareness Month. As we continue to recover from the economic turbulence of the COVID-19…
Revitalizing Downtown Rock Island
October 11, 2021
The Quad Cities Chamber on Monday presented a progress report to Rock Island City Council on efforts to explore the creation of a new public-private place management organization supported by…
Mercado reinvents downtown building into community center
September 29, 2021
As it has since its humble beginnings, Mercado on Fifth continues to have a positive impact on its corner of the world. Located on the edge of Moline’s Floreciente neighborhood, the five-year-old…
QC Chamber urges support for infrastructure bill
September 22, 2021
Ahead of a scheduled vote in the U.S. House of Representatives on Monday, Sept. 27, the Chamber sent the following letter to Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Cheri Bustos urging their support for…
Quad City Engineering’s new owner adds employees, expands business
September 8, 2021
Jeff Hagmeier had just received the keys to his newly acquired company, Quad City Engineering (QCE), in March 2020 when COVID-19 totally changed the playing field for the new entrepreneur and the…
RI Arsenal invites manufacturers to participate in a hiring fair
September 7, 2021
The Rock Island Arsenal has announced a workforce reduction at the Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center (JTMC). To assist those being impacted in finding new employment, the Arsenal will hold a…
Bridge construction, washing causes traffic changes
September 2, 2021
Transportation officials have announced two traffic updates that will impact drivers in the Quad Cities. Be on the lookout for these changes:
Mississippi Boulevard in Bettendorf will have lane…
New Advocacy Action Center launched
August 31, 2021
In an effort to better connect Quad Cities Chamber members and their elected representatives, we've launched a new Advocacy Action Center. Elevating the voices of businesses across the region remains…
Chamber, Quad City Arts launch new mural program with RI teen’s artwork
August 18, 2021
For most of her young life, art has been a private refuge for Riley Jones – a hobby she kept to herself. But after the Rock Island teenager’s artwork took first place in the 2021 Congressional Art…
Chamber honors Ryan Saddler with 2021 Volunteer of the Year award
August 11, 2021
The Quad Cities Chamber congratulates Ryan Saddler on winning its 2021 Volunteer of the Year Award. Saddler, St. Ambrose University’s first Associate Vice President for Diversity, Equity and…
Quad Cities Chamber Celebrates Wins, Bright Future at Annual Meeting
August 11, 2021
The Quad Cities Chamber held its Annual Meeting, presented by TBK Bank, on Wednesday, Aug. 11, at Rhythm City Casino Resort. During the luncheon event, which also was livestreamed, Chamber leaders…
Quad Cities COVID-19 Coalition wins Business of the Year
August 11, 2021
The Quad Cities Chamber congratulates the Quad Cities COVID-19 Coalition on being honored as the Chamber’s 2021 Business of the Year. The award recognizes the contributions of the dozens of Quad…
Scott County/Home Base Iowa partner to serve veterans
August 5, 2021
Veterans who put their boots – and roots – in Scott County now may be eligible for up to $8,250 in relocation incentives thanks to a new partnership between Scott County and Home Base Iowa…
Glass to become President, Total Solutions
August 4, 2021
After 15 years of amazing work with the Quad Cities Chamber, Kristin Glass, Chief Strategy Officer, announced she’s taking on a new role as President of Total Solutions.
“We owe Kristin a lot of…
Spread your news through the Member Portal
July 28, 2021
One benefit of a Quad Cities Chamber membership is access to the Member Portal, where you can share news about your company or organization.
Posting news in the Member Portal lists it on the…
InternQC program recruiting future talent to the Quad Cities region
July 21, 2021
Autumn Buesking had never even heard of the Quad Cities before landing a structural engineering internship at IMEG Corp. Now the Missouri University of Science & Technology senior has her sights set…
Rumler earns elite certification
July 21, 2021
Paul Rumler, President & CEO of the Quad Cities Chamber, has been designated as a Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE).
Based in Alexandria,…
Demand surges for Quad Cities SCORE’s mentoring services
July 14, 2021
While COVID-19 forced many businesses and organizations to push pause last year, it had quite the opposite effect on the Quad Cities SCORE Chapter which saw new clients and business assistance…
Amazon to open robotics fulfillment center in Quad Cities
July 7, 2021
Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) announced plans to open its second robotics fulfillment center in the state of Iowa, creating 1,000 new full-time jobs that will provide employees with at least $16…
Video showcases Downtown Quad Cities & regional collaboration
June 10, 2021
A new regional video project is shining the spotlight on our Downtown Quad Cities and all they have to offer residents and visitors alike. The fast-paced short video promotes the vibrancy, fun and…
Illinois Legislative session recap
June 9, 2021
Following a short overtime session that lasted into the early days of June, the Illinois legislature has concluded a majority of its business. Highlights include the passage of a $42 billion budget,…
Chamber & DDP ready to help combat violence
June 7, 2021
These statements are in response to the shooting incident that occurred in downtown Davenport over this past weekend.
Statement from Paul Rumler, President & CEO, Quad Cities Chamber
The Quad…
Gov. Pritzker issues guidelines for Illinois reopening June 11
June 7, 2021
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker released guidelines for Phase 5 of the Restore Illinois plan to go into effect Friday, June 11, marking a full reopening of all businesses and activities across…
Downtown Quad Cities: this summer’s hotspot
May 27, 2021
With more Quad Citizens raring to go out of their homes this summer in search of fun and adventure, our collective downtowns are loading up their events calendar and are optimistic business will…
Iowa House & Senate pass tax policy bill, Illinois update
May 19, 2021
The Quad Cities Chamber actively advocates for legislation that supports our Regional Advocacy Priorities. Keep up-to-date on legislation the Chamber is watching on our bill tracker…
Downtown Rock Island Director hired to help lead revitalization efforts
March 22, 2021
In partnership with the City of Rock Island, the Quad Cities Chamber has hired Jack Cullen for the new role of Downtown Rock Island Director to provide place management services for the historic…
Chamber legislative update
March 10, 2021
The Quad Cities Chamber team is actively monitoring legislation and advocating for our Regional Advocacy Priorities to support our region. See the bill tracking page for a complete list of the…
Chamber legislative update
March 3, 2021
The Quad Cities Chamber team is actively monitoring legislation and advocating for our Regional Advocacy Priorities to support our region. See the bill tracking page for a complete list of the…
RubberStamps.Net rises out of the ashes in new downtown Davenport location
February 24, 2021
As firefighters were still knocking down the flames of a fire that would leave Gwendolyn Lee’s rubber stamp business “a total loss,” she was already making mental lists for how to reopen.
It was…
March 2 special election: Chamber urges support for workforce, education initiatives in Iowa
February 23, 2021
Iowa Quad Cities voters will be asked Tuesday, March 2, to approve two separate ballot initiatives supporting education and career readiness. There will be no increase in taxes upon approval of the…
Legislative updates from the Government Affairs team
February 19, 2021
The Quad Cities Chamber's Government Affairs team on Feb. 19 provided members with updates from Des Moines, Springfield and Washington, D.C. Topics included: legislation moving through the Iowa…
Chamber dissolves PACs, supports new business-aligned Super PAC TWWQC
February 18, 2021
After years of operating two Political Action Committees (PACs), endorsing candidates and collecting voluntary contributions from members to support them, the Quad Cities Chamber has dissolved its…
Chamber partners with SBDCs to boost support for minority entrepreneurs
February 17, 2021
To ensure the region’s small and medium businesses have the support needed to grow, the Quad Cities Chamber is enhancing its partnerships with fellow business service providers and devoting resources…
‘You guys are hitting it out of the park’: Gov. Reynolds praises QC for placemaking strides
February 12, 2021
Chamber advocates for legislative action to enhance placemaking across Iowa
On a mission to continue leading the State of Iowa on a path of economic recovery, Gov. Kim Reynolds met with Quad Cities…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
The case for regional collaboration in the Quad Cities
December 18, 2019
Historically splintered by Illinois vs. Iowa, city vs. city parochialism, the Quad Cities has been called a “sleeping giant,” unable to leverage the full strength of its nearly half-a-million-person…
Quad Cities economic growth predicted to outpace national, regional growth
December 17, 2019
A new decade is almost here, and as we prepare for 2020, here are some key takeaways from the Quad Cities Chamber’s Economic Forecast event. Dr. Kenneth Kriz, Distinguished Professor of Public…
Economic Forecast helps business owners make sense of economic trends
November 18, 2019
In our 24/7 on-demand world, it’s easy to find news about how the economy is doing right at your fingertips:
Trade Flows Set to Stay Weak, Says WTO (Wall Street Journal)
U.S. retail sales rise…
New ad showcases a date night in historic downtown Davenport
November 4, 2019
Where can you shop for a cool pair of kicks, visit Iowa’s oldest brewpub, dine at a trendy new restaurant, watch a sunset from a rooftop bar and rock out to a live Irish band?
Downtown Davenport, of…
Strong downtowns are critical for a successful Quad Cities region
November 4, 2019
Downtowns deliver significant economic and community impacts across a region, despite being a relatively small share of a city’s overall geography.
At its annual conference last week in Baltimore…
Chamber’s advocacy efforts pay off for Quad Cities region in 2019
October 29, 2019
The Chamber is committed to advocating for public policies that enhance our economic competitiveness, benefit our members and increase investment in the Quad Cities region.
This year in Iowa and…
New ad series encourages Quad Citizens to explore downtown Davenport
October 7, 2019
Family friendly activities in downtown Davenport | Just five miles from their house in Moline, the Macias family found themselves “in a whole different world” during a recent outing in downtown…
New Opportunity Zones tax incentive provides powerful tool for development in Quad Cities region
August 31, 2019
Opportunity Zones, a new federal tax incentive, give the Quad Cities region a powerful tool to help spur future economic development. Established by U.S. Congress, the Opportunity Zones incentive…
Fiscal year 2018-19 review - Chamber stronger than ever
August 30, 2019
The Quad Cities Chamber is stronger than ever. Fiscal year 2018-19 laid the foundation for financial sustainability, while successfully implementing strategies and programs in economic development,…
Top takeaways from the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives conference
August 26, 2019
By Kristin Glass, Chief Strategy Officer
I had the privilege of joining three of my colleagues at the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) conference in Long Beach, CA last month.…
Downtown Bettendorf Organization launches with creation of Self-Supported Municipal Improvement District
July 24, 2019
Downtown Bettendorf Organization launches with creation of Self-Supported Municipal Improvement District 24 JULY, 2019
With the creation of the new Self-Supported Municipal Improvement District…