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Most manufacturers know that marketing’s important. But many don’t know where to start. Join us Tuesday, Nov. 19th for a free webinar, where experts from local marketing agency MACLYN will break down the basics of branding, social media, and more. Registration required. Sign-up now: https://bit.ly/48q18EU

Recently, Choose DuPage President & CEO Greg Bedalov sat down with U.S. Congressman Bill Foster—the only PhD physicist in congress—to talk about science, technology, and the Chicagoland economy. Catch it on the next episode of the DuPage Business Beat Podcast, dropping soon! 🎙️

We are pleased to announce that Lisa Spaeth has joined Choose DuPage as Director of Investor Relations. 👏 In her role, Lisa will be working to foster and grow board membership, while carrying out the mission of Choose DuPage. Please join us in welcoming Lisa to the team!

Please join us in welcoming the newest member of the team – Cindy Klima! 👏 As Vice President of Economic Development, Cindy will lead and implement our economic development strategy, engaging in business attraction activities, working with municipalities to support economic development initiatives throughout the county, and more. Welcome, Cindy!

Fresh perspectives. ✅ Great conversations. ✅ Really good coffee. ✅ Find it all at the inaugural DuPage County Community Impact Forum, presented in partnership with DuPage Foundation. Our featured panelists will be discussing challenges that affect our residents, how they impact the workforce, and how philanthropy is good for business. Event Details: 🗓️ Thursday, October 10th ⏰ 7:30-9:30 AM 📍Benedictine University ☕️ Breakfast included 🌟 Free to attend, registration required Panelists: Nicki Anderson, DuPage Foundation; Anna Ball, Ball Horticultural Company; Stephen Davis, The Will Group; Bob Hutchinson, Wheaton Bank & Trust Company; Mary Keating, DuPage County; Barb Szczepaniak, DuPage Foundation Register 👉 https://bit.ly/3Xm4nJP

Economic development all starts with infrastructure— a key focus of today’s featured board member. In 1986, Christopher Burke, PhD PE D.WRE Dist.M.ASCE NAC NAE HDR CPESC founded Christopher B. Burke Engineering - Chicagoland. Today, the Rosemont-based company provides consulting engineering and surveying services for a wide range of environmental and engineering challenges. The firm is involved in everything from civil engineering and transportation to drainage, water resources, and more. As a board member, Chris brings invaluable insights to the table on infrastructure, the backbone of our local economy. #MeettheMembers Learn more about board membership and how you can make an impact in DuPage: rb.gy/c9oj33

High interest rates. Changing work habits. The upcoming election. There’s a lot happening in the world, so we figured it’s a good time to check back in with real estate experts Jim Adler and Mark Moran of NAI Hiffman. Check out their conversation with our host Greg Bedalov on the latest episode of the DuPage Business Beat podcast: https://bit.ly/4d3djrW 🎙️

PowerForward DuPage is once again hosting the DuPage County Trade Apprenticeship Expo on Thursday, October 24th. The event features interactive, hands-on demonstrations by the county’s building trade organizations as well as opportunities to meet with instructors to learn more about individual apprenticeship programs. The expo, sponsored by the DuPage County Building & Construction Trades Council and Construction Industry Service Corporation (CISCO), will be held at the IBEW Local 701 Union Hall, home to PowerForward DuPage. Watch the recap of last year’s expo to learn more! Register here: https://bit.ly/4goGPeA

Join Apprenticeship Illinois for a Northern Illinois Employer Roundtable on October 9th. This regional, business-to-business event will showcase business partners with successful apprenticeship programs who will discuss the return on investment in Registered Apprenticeships (RA) as well as providing employers with local resources and connections to get started.  Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/3AXzEtT

Are you thinking about returning to your career after taking time off to care for children? You’re not alone! Join us for our award-winning “Back to School, Back to Work” workshop series, designed specifically for parents like you. Whether you’ve been out of the job market for a few years or a few decades, these workshops will help you feel empowered and confident through this transitional time. Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/4d3nkFs This program is brought to you by Choose DuPage, workNet DuPage, and College of DuPage.