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Join us in welcoming our new Choose DuPage Board Members from Benedictine University: Mark McHorney, Interim Chief Advancement Officer; and Phil Hardy, Director of Innovation & Strategic Partnerships! 👏 Since 1887, Benedictine has played a pivotal role in the region’s economic development, educating generations of students and creating an exceptional talent pool. Now, as Board Members, Mark and Phil will help us continue to foster an ecosystem of talented people, strong businesses, and thriving communities across DuPage.

Why do smarter algorithms often require more energy, and how is that reshaping the Chicagoland economy? On our new podcast episode, we sit down with Congressman Bill Foster to talk AI, economics and more. Listen: https://bit.ly/3Z7kkEB

Want the latest insights into DuPage’s economy? Then download our new Economic Indicators Report for Q3. Inside, you’ll find detailed information about the state of office, industrial, and retail real estate, as well as information about employment trends, transportation, and more.

Ready to hire? They’re ready to work. With workNet DuPage, Chicagoland businesses can connect with talented, trained people who are ready to jump into the workforce. Check out the latest talent pool breakdown, then get started here: https://lnkd.in/gBNvvHCA. workNet currently has talent ready for jobs like: 🏥 Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Clinical Medical Assistant, Central Sterile Processing Technician 🚚 Commercial Truck Driver (Class A CDL), Supply Chain Professional 💻 Project Management Professional (PMP), Agile (Scrum, Scaled Agile Framework), AWS Certified Associate, Network Administrator/User Support, Business/Data Analyst 🤝 Human Resources Professional, Executive Assistant, Paralegal, Digital Marketing, UX Design 🔧 CNC Machining & Quality Control, HVAC Installer & Maintenance Tech, Automotive Technician

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