From infrastructure and workforce development to tourism, healthcare, education, and entrepreneurship, economic development impacts every aspect of daily life. During Economic Development Week, hosted by the International Economic Development Council, communities across the country celebrate the...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   April 29, 2026  MEDIA CONTACT   Kristen Gesicki  Marketing and Outreach Coordinator  McHenry County Economic Development Corporation   815-893-0895 | kgesicki@mcedc.com     Alicia Schueller   Deputy County Administrator   McHenry County  ...

Stay up to date with the latest from MCEDC in the April edition of The Development Digest—featuring upcoming events, business resources, leadership insights, and investor spotlights driving growth across McHenry County. Discover new opportunities, programs, and partnerships supporting local...

With more than 25 years of shaping healthcare delivery and access across southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois, Jeni Hallatt, Vice President of Mercyhealth, oversees a plethora of programs and initiatives that touch hundreds of providers and thousands of patients.   Beyond her clinical and...

 MCEDC 2025 YEAR IN REVIEW   Our 2025 Year in Review is now available. Read the report for a summary of business acquisition-focused programs and peer group highlights, key impacts of...

With more than 25 years in the banking industry, Kevin Thurston has built a career centered on helping businesses grow and thrive. As Vice President and Commercial Lender at Home State Bank, Kevin partners closely with local business owners to understand their goals and provide financial...

    Meet the 2026 MCEDC Board of Directors   We’re proud to introduce the 2026 MCEDC Board of Directors, a dynamic group of leaders representing the public and private sectors who are committed to...

Peter Scholl has built his career in construction from the ground up. From reshaping vacant land to renovating existing spaces, he has always been captivated by the ability to create something entirely new. Early in his career, Peter honed his project management skills by supervising major...