With more than two decades of municipal experience under her belt, Heather Maieritsch, the City of Crystal Lake’s Economic Development Manager, has built a career helping communities thrive. Heather’s expertise in economic development, public-private partnerships, business attraction and...

2025 MCEDC Annual Dinner Recap   Over 400 business and community leaders joined us for MCEDC’s 15th Annual Dinner, “Powering Business, Energizing McHenry County,” celebrating the partnerships driving...

The 15th McHenry County Economic Development Corporation Annual Dinner, held on Wednesday, November 12th, 2025, brought together 400+ business leaders, innovators, community partners, and civic champions for an evening dedicated to celebrating regional growth, partnership, and progress.  This...

For more than five decades, Zanck, Coen, Wright & Saladin, P.C. (ZCWS) has served McHenry County and the surrounding region with trusted, comprehensive legal counsel. Today, the firm continues that legacy through resolute attorneys like Jonathan Kaman, who brings both deep local roots and a...

Manufacturing Month | October 2025   Tickets are now available for the 2025 MCEDC Annual Dinner, McHenry County’s premier business networking event. The evening will also spotlight our...

October is Manufacturing Month, a time to celebrate the companies and people who keep our economy strong, drive innovation, and create opportunities for our community. In McHenry County, manufacturing is more than an industry, it’s the backbone of our local economy and a vital force shaping our...

Workforce Development Month | September 2025 Save the Date Join us for an evening of celebration, connection, and inspiration as we honor the businesses and community leaders who power McHenry County’s...