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 into the region’s impact on its inhabitants, and is a welcome reminder of the region’s prowess not only as a Midwestern economic power, but also as an idyllic community to live, work and play.  

Here are some of the features that make the Quad Cities so great, as stated by Quad Citizens:

QC, That’s Where I found a wonderful job that I love.

With the third most-diversified economy in the United States, there’s no shortage of wonderful career opportunities in the Quad Cities. From large corporations with global reach to small business and local start-ups, anybody can find a job that fits their career goals. With a strong history in manufacturing, agricultural innovation, logistics, defense and corporate operations, QC employers are focused on ESG principles and comprised of hard workers with good ideas seeking to find the perfect work-life balance.

QC, That’s Where we have the best downtowns!

QC, That’s Where a family of vibrant cities forms a lively community of downtowns, which are connected by bridges with pedestrian walkways, providing ease of connectivity, by car, bike or by foot from one downtown to the next. There’s no better place to enjoy time with family and friends than in downtown Quad Cities, where immaculate river views give businesses a uniquely QC aesthetic. From local eats, drinks and shops to playing, staying and living, plus festivals, historic buildings, parks, landmarks and breathtaking views. We invite you to discover each downtown.

QC, That’s Where I started my business!

The Quad Cities boasts the 28th lowest cost of doing business nationally. It’s where small business owners and entrepreneurs possess the resources to put their heart and soul into launching their business. Quad Citizens put their money where their community is, embracing the power of doing business with small local enterprises so that they have what they need to grow and thrive in the region for decades to come.

Share your, “QC, That’s Where!” statement right now on the QCTW website.

QC, That’s Where I was born and raised. What a great place to raise a family. We are a hidden gem.

The QC’s friendly, down-to-earth Midwestern culture makes it the perfect place to raise a family. It’s where the cost of living is 16% below the national average, making the region a perfect place to work without sacrificing the family leisure time that makes it all worthwhile. QC families enjoy all that the region has to offer, with arts, entertainment, parks, great eats and much more.

QC, That’s Where I went to college and met lifelong friends.

It’s where students come to study at our numerous colleges and universities, then stay after graduation to build a career and a family in the community that became their home. It’s where Augustana College, St. Ambrose University, WIU-Quad Cities and 40 institutions within a 90-mile radius create communities of professionals and lifelong friends that directly contribute to the region’s success.

QC, That’s Where everything is so good. Family, fun, food, entertainment and so much more.

Living here brings all aspects of life within reach — our entertainment, connection to the outdoors, festivals, little league and volleyball tourneys, our craft beer industry, restaurants and all the other leisure activities that make the QC what it is. It’s where the Vibrant Arena at The Mark, the RiverCenter, the Waterfront Convention Center and so many more venues offer fun events for the whole family.

QC, That’s Where I boomeranged back from Colorado!

The QC is where former residents move back when they realize that our region was home all along. The Midwestern charm of the local culture makes people moving here or boomeranging back feel welcome, valued and respected. It’s where former residents boomerang back to create permanent homes while enjoying superior schools for their families, short commutes to work and an endless stream of things to do around town. Are you a QC boomeranger? We’d love to help you tell your story.

QC, That’s Where the best restaurants are!

It’s where Quad Cities-style pizza reigns supreme and is spreading in popularity across the country. It’s one of the great American ice cream meccas, with thousands of regular customers enjoying the abundance of flavors and seasonal specialties of local staples Whitey’s Ice Cream and Country Style. There’s a plethora of delicious cuisines present in QC restaurants with American, Mexican, Italian, African, Asian and many more cultures coming together to create a vibrant restaurant scene.

QC, That’s Where we get to live on the Mighty Mississippi.

Quad Citizens enjoy living on one of nature’s greatest treasures, the mighty Mississippi River. The river presents numerous recreational opportunities for runners, bikers, boaters, birdwatchers and more. As it runs through downtown historic districts and buildings, it unites the Quad Cities into a single community capable of achieving greater successes together.

QC, That’s Where 470,000+ strong have a lot to be proud of. From the people that live here to the businesses that drive greater prosperity to our home, we’re happy to celebrate all that makes our region unique. 

Do you want to share your, “QC, That’s Where!” statement? You can share yours right now through the QCTW website. Then share your QC pride on the fly by ordering a free window cling!

Businesses can share their regional pride by using the QC mark and QC, That’s Where campaign in your marketing, as outlined in the brand guidelines.

Quad Citizens shared QC, That’s Where!

• QC, That's Where I lived my whole life and I love it!
• QC, That's Where the best restaurants are!
• QC, That's Where John Deere was founded!
• QC, That's Where I met the love of my life!
• QC, That's Where I was born & raised. What a great place to raise a family. We are a hidden gem.
• QC, That's Where it's a great place to raise our son!
• QC, That's Where I have called the Quad Cities home for the last 45 years!
• QC, That's Where I call home!
• QC, That's Where the best pizza is made!
• QC, That's Where home is, fun is, work is.
• QC, That's Where we get to live on the Mighty Mississippi.
• QC, That's Where you bring your next big event home.
• QC, That's Where I went to college & met lifelong friends.
• QC, That's Where I found a awesome job!
• QC, That's Where I love the people.
• QC, That's Where everything is so good. Family, fun, food, entertainment & so much more.
• QC, That's Where I’ve called home for all of my life, and it’ll always be the home I love.
• QC, That's Where the best entertainment is at!
• QC, That's Where I started my business in the QC!
• QC, That's Where I am able to help end the stigma of HIV.
• QC, That's Where we live & serve here.
• QC, That's Where local since forever! Everything I love is in the QC.
• QC, That's Where we have the best pizza!
• QC, That's Where we have the best downtowns!
• QC, That's Where I had my baby!
• QC, That's Where the Mississippi runs east to west.
• QC, That's Where we are the most inclusive!
• QC, That's Where I love to play with my pup at the dog park!
• QC, That's Where we empower women.
• QC, That's Where there's a great place to raise a family.
• QC, That's Where we have the best down-to-earth friends and neighbors!
• QC, That's Where I boomeranged back from Colorado.
• QC, That's Where I found a wonderful job that I love.
• QC, That's Where we drink Bent River beer!
• QC, That's Where there's family, fun, creativity and promise.
• QC, That's Where the community became my home.
• QC, That's Where Rozz Tox is the best place to catch a show!
• QC, That's Where I can connect!
• QC, That's Where I met my wife!
• QC, That's Where there’s the best ice cream, Whitey’s & Country Style!
• QC, That's Where I met the love of my life!