A few weeks ago Gov. Rauner signed the Historic Preservation Tax Credit Act in Illinois that will support economic growth in the Illinois Quad Cities. That’s exciting news for developers and city officials alike, as the new legislation will offer a 25 percent state income tax credit for qualified expenditures on historic rehabilitation and re-use projects that meet certain criteria, up to $3...
This Thursday, over 1000 Quad Citizens will gather to hear from futurist, Rebecca Ryan on trends we can anticipate and how we can think like a futurist so that we can help our region leapfrog the competition and become next-gen ready! PLUS NEW THIS YEAR - immediately following the luncheon is a ½ day conference featuring speakers covering workplace culture, entrepreneurism, community...
The Quad Cities Chamber is partnering with Iowa Workforce Development and Iowa Economic Development Authority to complete a laborshed employment study for the Quad Cities area. This study will geographically define which communities contribute to the Quad Cities’ workforce, regardless of political boundaries. This defined area is called a laborshed area and is based upon commuting patterns.
If you knew the future, what would you do differently? If you could choose the future, what you would want - for yourself, your family, your organization and our Quad Cities? Join us next Thursday, August 23 to hear from futurist, economist and longtime friend to the Quad Cities Rebecca Ryan and learn how we can "think like a futurist" to become next-gen ready. We've also expanded the Annual...
Congratulations to American Bank & Trust on the opening of their new location at 2340 41st St. Moline, Illinois. Thank you to Mickle Communications for capturing the celebration!
Two longtime small business advocates have joined the staff of the Quad Cities Chamber. Michelle Lewis is leading the Quad Cities Chamber’s regional business outreach work, and Adam Guthrie will lead Moline Centre.
The Quad Cities Chamber Business, Innovation & Leadership Sessions bring together great minds in workplace culture, entrepreneurism, community leadership, and disruptive technology, all with the goal to deliver you with takeaways to inspire and grow your business. This half-day conference is an expansion to the Quad Cities Chamber Annual Meeting featuring a diverse lineup of speakers focused on...
Is your company looking for brand exposure? Showcase your products and business to over 1000 Quad Citizens during the Quad Cities Chamber's largest after-hours networking event of the year, Hob Nosh!
The Quad Cities Chamber welcomed twelve new members in the month of July. Take a look at the following member businesses, and welcome them as our newest Chamber members!
Looking for ways to reach new business customers? Learn more about subcontracting with a large prime contractor. GLDD is the largest dredging contractor in the United States. Brief history of GLDD’s projects. They include marine construction, dredging, coastal restoration, land reclamation, beach renourishment, channel/port deepening, environmental remediation, marine demolition and marine...
The Quad Cities Chamber Business, Innovation & Leadership Sessions bring together great minds in workplace culture, entrepreneurism, community leadership, and disruptive technology, all with the goal to deliver you with takeaways to inspire and grow your business. This half-day conference is an expansion to the Quad Cities Chamber Annual Meeting featuring a diverse lineup of speakers focused on...
The Quad Cities Chamber Business, Innovation & Leadership Sessions brings together great minds in workplace culture, entrepreneurism, community leadership, and disruptive technology, all with the goal to deliver you with takeaways to inspire and grow your business.
Quad Cities Chamber events go beyond simply exchanging business cards. When you attend a Chamber event, you'll have opportunities to grow valuable business relationships, advocate for a stronger business climate, ensure your young staff members are engaged and want to stay in the region, and support and enjoy our vibrant community. Take a look at what’s on our calendar in August to see...
Meet one of the Quad Cities Chamber's newest members FastPak, LLC and learn about their latest innovation in greenhouse design. Take a look at the video to see the portable, modular, and sustainable - Agripak!
Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed SB 3527, a bipartisan bill improving and expanding the River Edge Redevelopment Zone (RERZ) Historic Tax Credit. The successful economic development incentive now will be available to communities statewide. “This legislation opens up millions of dollars in economic incentives in the form of tax credits for historic preservation projects throughout Illinois,”...
