Honoring the Legacy of Jean Schober, Former Vice President of the MCEDC

Written on August 8, 2025. Posted in EDC UPDATES.

Jean Schober, former Vice President of the McHenry County Economic Development Corporation and renowned community leader, passed away on July 30th, surrounded by family and friends. For more than two decades, Jean Schober was a driving force behind the McHenry County Economic Development...

Strong Transitions: Preserving Local Legacies, Empowering McHenry County’s Future

Written on August 4, 2025. Posted in Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition.

When a long-time business owner in McHenry County begins thinking about retirement, the conversation often centers on “what’s next,” not just for themselves, but for the people and community they’ve built around their company. Who will take over? How do they ensure the business stays local? What...

Development Digest | August Edition

Written on August 1, 2025. Posted in Development Digest.

August 2025 Upcoming Events Save the Date! Join us on November 12th for our 15th Annual Dinner. Interested in becoming a 2025 sponsor? Fill out the form below. 2025 Annual Dinner...

Childcare as an Economic Development Catalyst

Written on July 31, 2025. Posted in Development Digest.

McHenry County is a region with enviable strengths. We have strong schools, a collaborative business community, and a mix of convenience and charm that makes our county an attractive place to live, work, and play. Our employers include major healthcare providers, advanced manufacturers, and a...

Development Digest | July Edition

Written on July 1, 2025. Posted in Development Digest.

July 2025 Upcoming Events Navigating Global Trade Series: Importing Essentials Featuring Lisa Waller, President & Co-Owner of BDG International Inc. Join the webinar to learn about the...

Turning State Investments into Local Opportunities: What the State Budget Means for McHenry County

Written on June 30, 2025. Posted in EDC UPDATES.

Economic development is driven not only by local leadership and private investment but also by strategic support from state-level initiatives. Recent state budget allocations include significant new funding streams designed to accelerate site development, strengthen manufacturing capabilities,...

Become a Navigating Global Trade Presenter

Written on June 16, 2025. Posted in EDC CC Forms.

Join Us Tomorrow for the Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition Info Session

Written on June 16, 2025. Posted in Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition.

Tuesday, June 17th, 2025 | 6:00 – 7:00 PM CST Ready to turn ambition into ownership? Join the McHenry County Economic Development Corporation and Illinois SBDC at McHenry County College for a free informational session on Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA), your 8-week...