About the GRGP

The Greater Rockford Growth Partnership (GRGP) oversees and aligns the goals of the Rockford Area Economic Development Council and Rockford Chamber of Commerce in taking bold action to create the most vibrant, innovative, thriving economy of any mid-sized region in the nation.

GRGP Vision
With a united vision and bold action, we will be the most vibrant, innovative, thriving economy and mid-sized region in the nation.

GRGP Mission
The Partnership is the catalyst for economic prosperity and well-being by cohesively leveraging our strengths to accelerate business growth, innovation, and entrepreneurs within the region.

Currently, the two organizations are the Rockford Area Economic Development Council (RAEDC) and the Rockford Chamber of Commerce (Chamber).

The GRGP (or umbrella organization) drives the shared vision and future strategies. The contributing organizations (RAEDC and Chamber) remain focused on their individual missions. The Partnership assures alignment of their respective strategies to achieve their missions while assuring alignment with the overall vision and mission.