A Note from our CEO: New Year, New CEDS
Happy 2019! I love the beginning of a new year. Apart from the annoyance of learning to write “2019” instead of “2018” on letters or checks, a new year always allows for a fresh set of initiatives. Sometimes these are well-meaning but likely-doomed resolu ...
Introducing Hello Greater Peoria
Artist Chelsie Tamms designed the logo. The GPEDC is excited to announce a transition in our regional attraction strategy , from LiveGP to Hello Greater Peoria. We aim to unite our community in spreading positivity throughout our region. ...
GPEDC begins sub-recipient grant work under U of I’s Dept. of Defense diversification and sustainability project
Greater Peoria EDC, as part of the Illinois Defense Network, will engage and cultivate a network of regional defense related manufacturers, assist companies to diversify and expand their supplier base through matching regional capabilities to prime a ...
Havana Opportunity Zone Meeting
Join us for an overview of the Opportunity Zone programs, Opportunity Funds, and details of the zone that has been designated in Havana. This will be your chance to join the community conversation to find ways to make the most of this new investment tool ...
Panel Discusses Industrial Hemp at First in New GP Farm Forum Series
We had a great turnout for the Industrial Hemp Forum last Friday! Thank you to everyone that came out and to all the great information provided by our panelists from the Illinois Stewardship Alliance, the Congressional Research Service, Western ...
Innovation Hub Intended for Downtown Peoria
OSF HealthCare, the University of Illinois System, Illinois Central College, and the GPEDC are working together develop a Peoria Innovation Hub. The hub will be dedicated to finding solutions to improve the wellness of underserved populations, and advanc ...
