Welcome to your access point for business opportunities in Central Illinois area. The Economic Development Council for Central Illinois serves the businesses and communities of the greater Peoria area by strengthening local business structure and assisting companies in relocating or expanding to our region.

Ten industry clusters have been targeted by the EDC for growth in our region.
Click here to learn more about these targeted industries and the EDC Strategy Groups.

EDC Recent News

Bradley Students Comment on Cool Community
May 1, 2008
Over 25 Bradley University students were asked what makes this a “cool community”. Their answers were enlightening and surprising. Read their thoughts about the region.
MONEY SMART WEEK Returns April 6-12
April 2, 2008
The second annual Money Smart Week event, designed to help consumers learn to better manage their personal finances, will be offered April 6-12 in the Peoria area.
EDC Co-sponsors Finance & Resource Workshop
March 27, 2008
Meet with banks as well as alternative and gap financing resources for your business, community or not for profit.
 

 
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