From the outside looking in . . .
Over the last few weeks, being an intern for the GPEDC has already been a very enriching and rewarding experience. Working remotely from Mississippi, I have discovered the reasons behind Peoria’s rich, dynamic, and diverse cultures. It is the quintessent ...
Illinois Defense Network to receive CARES funds
University of Illinois at Chicago Voorhees Center (UIC-V), an EDA University Center, is applying for additional funding from the EDA under the CARES Act. Greater Peoria along with Quad Cities, Rockford and Chicago have partnered with UIC-V in the Illinoi ...
5 Reasons Why E Commerce Companies Thrive Here
Greater Peoria is a choice location for E Commerce companies due to the logistics and transportation strengths of our region. Sharing the top 5 reasons an e commerce company should consider locating here! Bump Boxes, Iron Away ...
Why Greater Peoria: Falcon Laboratories
Understanding consumer data is difficult and time-consuming for small business owners seeking to grow their customer base. Falcon Laboratories makes it simple by delivering easy-to-understand infographics right to your inbox. Falcon Laboratories i ...
Gather Around Justice Recap
Over 150 people came together on June 23 for the first Gather Around Justice virtual meeting, which featured panelists Mariah Cooley of Young Revolution, Peoria County Sheriff Brian Asbell, and Dr. Rita Ali of ICC/the Peoria City Council. The panel discu ...
Farmers Market Season is Open
Farmers Market season is in full swing and markets are growing now that Illinois is entering Phase IV of Restore Illinois. This summer, there are at least 13 Farmers Markets continuing to operate in our region through the fall. Please find the interacti ...
SBDC “Starting Your Business in Illinois” Webinar
The Illinois Small Business Development (SBDC) at Bradley University is offering "Starting Your Business in Illinois" via webinar through the end of this year. Workshops are open to the public but registration is required or email sybil@bradley.edu. J ...
June 23 – The Big Table: Gather Around Justice
Take some time to virtually sit down with other community members and our panelists to have mindful conversations around how we can use our individual power and privilege to make the changes our region needs to correct historic racial, economic, and soci ...
June 18 – Whiskey Talks
Whiskey Talks is a new series aimed at engaging with the Greater Peoria entrepreneurial ecosystem. These virtual events feature local entrepreneurs, successful entrepreneurs with roots in Greater Peoria, resource providers and some history about our regi ...
PHIL Cares
The Ear Protector takes pressure off the wearer's ears. If you are one of the millions of workers required to wear a mask to work, you know the irritation of mask straps tugging on your ears for 8+ hours every day. One local company has stepped up to ...
