Why McHenry County? Reinforcing Our Value Proposition

Written on June 2, 2025. Posted in Uncategorized.

The one essential question in economic development is: Why here? When talking to business leaders about McHenry County, my answer is always clear and rooted in experience. We offer an unmatched combination of location, workforce, and community values that make it not only a smart place to do...

Development Digest | June Edition

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

June 2025 | The Development Digest Upcoming Events Save the Date! November 12, 2025 Keep me updated Resources McHenry County Enterprise Zone Businesses...

Navigating Global Trade – Stay in the Loop form

Written on May 29, 2025. Posted in Uncategorized.

Want to Buy and Run a Business? Take This Course and Learn How

Written on April 1, 2025. Posted in EDC UPDATES.

If you’re thinking about buying a business, the McHenry County Economic Development Corp. and the Illinois Small Business Development Center at McHenry County College are holding a workshop that could help make your dream a reality. The eight-session Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition...

MCEDC announces 2022 Business Champion Award winners

Written on April 27, 2023. Posted in BUSINESS CHAMPIONS.

MCEDC Celebrates 2022 Business Champions for Their Significant Contributions to McHenry County’s Economy and Community The McHenry County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) is delighted to recognize the extraordinary efforts and accomplishments of local businesses that have made a...

MCEDC announces 2021 Business Champion Award winners

Written on March 16, 2022. Posted in BUSINESS CHAMPIONS.

McHenry County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) announced the 2021 Business Champion Award winners at the MCEDC Annual Dinner on November 10th, 2021. Over 450 business leaders attended the event highlighted by keynote speaker, John Cain, CEO, Scot Forge. The evening culminated with the...

McHenry County EDC Project Highlight

Written on February 26, 2019. Posted in VIDEOS.

2018 Business Champion Awards Announced

Written on November 1, 2018. Posted in BUSINESS CHAMPIONS.

McHenry County Economic Development (MCEDC) announced the 2018 Business Champion Award winners at the MCEDC 27th Annual Dinner on October 23, 2018. Over 350 business leaders attended the event with keynote speaker, Mark Peterson, CEO of Intersect Illinois. The evening culminated with the...