Resource Corner
Running a business means navigating a constant stream of information — new programs, policy changes, funding opportunities, and industry shifts that can directly affect your bottom line. The GPEDC Resource Spotlight series cuts through the noise. We curate and contextualize the tools, incentives, and insights that matter most to Greater Peoria’s business community, so you can spend less time searching and more time growing. Browse the latest spotlights below, and reach out to our team whenever you need guidance putting these resources to work.
“If communities just have good roads, well-funded police, and strong schools, business will follow.” In my twenty-plus years working in…
How many times have you heard this about Peoria: “Big city amenities in a small town.” That is certainly true…
Happy New Year! Of course, it’s nearly the end of January, but I have a personal rule that I can…
One of the things I love about my job is that no day is ever the same. The joy of…
A first-quarter snapshot of Greater Peoria's economic momentum, covering business wins, workforce trends, and regional development activity across the community.
A year-end look at Greater Peoria's economic wins, workforce milestones, and what's ahead for the region's business community.
A comprehensive look at Greater Peoria's five-pillar community engagement initiative, capturing key findings and action steps from the Big Table conversation series.
Central Illinois businesses in FTZ 114 can defer, reduce, or eliminate duties on imported goods — lowering costs and strengthening global supply chain competitiveness.
Peoria high school students joined Microsoft, Bradley University, and ICC leaders at Distillery Labs to explore how AI is reshaping the regional workforce.
Sixteen Peoria-area high school seniors signed contracts with Caterpillar after completing a manufacturing training program spanning Manual, Morton, and East Peoria High Schools.
Greg and Phil talk with Chris Setti of the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council about apprenticeship programs at Illinois Central College.
Around 100 Central Illinois students explored how artificial intelligence is transforming careers during a hands-on event at Distillery Labs during Economic Development Week.
The resources on this page are only as valuable as the conversations they start. GPEDC’s team works directly with businesses, site selectors, and investors across Greater Peoria to match the right tools to the right opportunities. Whether you’re looking to reduce costs, build your workforce, access capital, or explore a new location, we can help you move from information to action. Reach out to our team today to get started