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  • August 6, 2019August 6, 2019
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Connecting the Dots

by Nathan Bryant, President & CEO of the RAEDC The work of economic development is often misunderstood. How can an organization which doesn’t own real…

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  • November 2, 2017July 31, 2018
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Regional Workforce Development Update

In every sales pitch, any region in the U.S.A. will cite the following advantages they hold over other regions: Can reach 75% of the U.S.A….

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  • November 2, 2017July 31, 2018
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Why the RAEDC’s Annual Meeting Surrounds Workforce

Regional leaders rally again creating customized education to workforce pipeline strategies that are relevant to employer’s needs. The Rockford Area Economic Development Council (RAEDC) has…

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  • October 10, 2017July 31, 2018
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A True Source of Growth

How Existing Businesses Increase Regional Growth A project originates from many places, 80 to 90 percent of projects come from businesses already located within our…

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  • September 4, 2017July 31, 2018
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Lip Balm and Marketing

As we approach winter, I am reminded of a yearly struggle and the importance of relevance. For two-years I have been telling my son to…

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  • September 4, 2017July 31, 2018
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Screw Capital of the World

Rockford is known by many nicknames the Forest City, Reaper City, Furniture City, and the Screw Capital of the World. More accurately, it should be…

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  • September 4, 2017July 31, 2018
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Our Region Ranks 1st Again

Did you know our region has the highest concentration of cold forming employment in the USA! The Rockford MSA (metropolitan statistical area) includes Winnebago and…

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  • June 5, 2017July 31, 2018
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The History of Manufacturing in the Rockford Region – The Wheat Reaper

Throughout the year the RAEDC will look at the history of manufacturing in the Rockford Region. Telling the story of how the region came to…

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  • June 5, 2017July 31, 2018
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Economic Development According to Nathan Bryant – Spec Buildings

In economic development, many believe spec buildings or buildings based on speculated need is one of the best avenues for attracting businesses to a region….

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  • May 22, 2017July 31, 2018
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RAAN Aerospace Networking & Symposium

Strengthening the Aerospace Supply Chain The Rockford Area Aerospace Network recently held its Aerospace Networking & Symposium event. The event welcomed 140 attendees who listened…

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