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SUMMARY:Give DeKalb County 2026
DESCRIPTION:Thank you to the DeKalb County Non-Profit Partnership & DeKalb County Community Foundation for organizing this countywide fundraising event! Join the Excitement: https://www.givedekalbcounty.org/ \n\n\n\nDonors can give online from midnight to midnight. More info on how you can support DCEDC coming soon! \n\n\n\nIn 2026\, the event includes:• A 24-hour online giving day on May 7\, 2026.• A mail-in giving option from April 23 – May 7\, 2026.• A Bonus Pool that boosts every donation.• Coordination by the DeKalb County Nonprofit Partnership(DCNP)\, a program of the DeKalb County CommunityFoundation.
URL:https://dcedc.org/event/give-dekalb-county-2026/
LOCATION:Illinois
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SUMMARY:Together For DeKalb County: DeKalb County NonProft Gathering
DESCRIPTION:FREE “Meet-and-Greet” event for our small non-profits to connect and network with local businesses and the community! Stop by and find out how you\, your business\, or organization can support or collaborate with these essential non-profits. Our area business leaders are free to stop by and learn more about our smaller non-profits. \n\n\n\nJust in time to learn more about them before Give DeKalb County! \n\n\n\nNon-Profits interested in participating\, please register at https://forms.gle/drJipx5aZfNPAT3f9  or scan the QR code below.
URL:https://dcedc.org/event/together-for-dekalb-county-dekalb-county-nonproft-gathering/
LOCATION:Network of Nations\, 316 N 6th Street\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
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SUMMARY:"Unleashing Passion\, Purpose & Performance in Younger Generations"
DESCRIPTION:Join dynamic performance expert Mark C. Perna at Kishwaukee College on April 17 as he unveils the groundbreaking innovations for working with today’s younger generations. Educators\, employers\, parents and community leaders will benefit from these proven strategies to bridge the generational divide\, engage and retain young people\, and equip them with a powerful competitive advantage.  \n\n\n\nAs author of “Answering Why\,” Perna will share how purposeful education is the heartbeat of this inspiring call to action. Students who experience education with purpose can then pursue passion-driven employment at all levels of learning and experience. \n\n\n\nMark delivers resources on young people:– Key insights on how they think\, what makes them tick\, and how they make decisions– Tools to connect\, engage\, and answer why to inspire their greatest effort– Clear action steps you can implement immediately both in your home and professional life– Strategies to move young people from static purpose to active purpose so they can achieve at a higher levelThis event is free and includes a continental breakfast. Registration is required below. \n\n\n\nAttendees can follow posted signs directing them to Lot A and park in front of the College Conference Center. Enter through Door #16 or Door #17\, which are the main entrances to the Conference Center. The meeting will be held in the Dining Room.
URL:https://dcedc.org/event/perna/
LOCATION:Kishwaukee College\, 21193 Malta Road\, Malta\, Illinois\, 60150
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SUMMARY:2026 Economic Outlook Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Registration & Sponsorships OPEN!\n\n\n\nJoin us at Faranda’s for our annual Economic Outlook Luncheon! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPrepare and plan for the year ahead with reliable data and the latest economic trends for 2026. Relevant information for all businesses\, organizations\, and community leaders! Buffet lunch provided. \n\n\n\nDCEDC is excited to welcome back Dr. Kristen Broady for our 2026 event! Dr. Broady is a senior economist\, economic advisor\, and director of the Economic Mobility Project at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. \n\n\n\nRegistration and Sponsorship closes Wednesday\, March 18. Please contact Jessi at larue@dcedc.org with any questions or for registration assistance. \n\n\n\nTentative Event Schedule:\n\n\n\n11:00 AM: Networking & Buffet Lunch Served \n\n\n\n12:00 PM: Presentation \n\n\n\n\nOpening Remarks\n\n\n\nKeynote Speaker: Kristen Broady\, Ph.D.\, Sr. Economist\, The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago\n\n\n\n\n12:45 PM: Speaker Question & Answer Session \n\n\n\n12:55 PM: Closing Remarks \n\n\n\nSponsorship levels for this event:\n\n\n\nPlatinum Sponsor – $5\,000Exclusive branding as the Event’s Presenting SponsorCompany logo on all event materials\, digital promotions\, and press releasesDedicated social media recognition before and after the eventVIP seating for 6 guests \n\n\n\nGold Sponsor – $2\,500Recognition as a key event sponsorCompany logo on all event materials and digital promotionsSocial media recognition before and after the eventReserved seating for 4 guests \n\n\n\nSilver Sponsor – $1\,000Company logo on all event materials and social mediaSocial media recognition before and after the eventReserved seating for 2 guests \n\n\n\nBronze Sponsor – $500Company logo on all event materials and social mediaSocial media recognition after the eventReserved seating for 1 guest \n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to Our Sponsors:\n\n\n\nPlatinum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGOLD\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSilver\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBronze\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOnline Registration/Sponsorship for this event has closed. To inquire about available tickets\, please email Jessi at larue@dcedc.org. Thank you!
URL:https://dcedc.org/event/eol-2026/
LOCATION:Faranda’s Banquets\, 302 Grove Street\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115
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SUMMARY:Elevate educates
DESCRIPTION:We’re proud to introduce Elevate\, a professional group through the DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation (DCEDC)\, created to bring young professionals in DeKalb County together to collaborate\, network\, and grow together. While the DCEDC has hosted educational events in the past\, this event marks Elevate’s very first educational networking program of 2026 and represents the launch of an intentional\, community-driven professional development initiative. As we continue developing the Elevate program\, we are seeking engaging professionals and emerging community leaders who are interested in shaping its future. Attendees are encouraged to share feedback\, ideas\, and creative input to help us grow a program that truly serves DeKalb County’s professional community. \n\n\n\nA free educational networking event focused on practical strategies for professional advancement\, including interviewing\, negotiation\, networking\, telling your story with confidence\, and expanding your role. Feel free to bring a lunch! This event is free but registration is required below. \n\n\n\nPresentations by Kelly Gillespie of Express Employment Professionals – DeKalb\, and Tanner Elliott\, Development Manager of Rockford Area Habitat for Humanity. \n\n\n\nTuesday\, March 311:30 AMFree event
URL:https://dcedc.org/event/elevate-educates/
LOCATION:DCEDC Office\, 2179 Sycamore Rd Unit 102\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115
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SUMMARY:DeKalb Manufacturing Workforce Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:The DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation and Valley Industrial Association invite you to FREE a Manufacturing Workforce Roundtable on Tuesday\, December 3\, from 3:30–5:00 PM. \n\n\n\nThis session is designed to be an open\, exploratory discussion about the current and emerging workforce needs of DeKalb County manufacturers. Across the region\, different counties have adopted different strategies to strengthen their talent pipelines. We’d like to better understand what an ideal workforce support structure could look like specifically for DeKalb County. \n\n\n\nWe will share regional workforce insights and examples of practices used elsewhere—to help guide conversation. The direction of any future efforts will be shaped entirely by the perspectives and priorities shared in this room. \n\n\n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://dcedc.org/event/dekalb-manufacturing-workforce-roundtable/
LOCATION:DCEDC Conference Room\, 2179 Sycamore Road; Unit 102\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115-2045\, United States
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SUMMARY:2025 Annual Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:PRogram SCHEDULE:\n\n\n\n8:30 – Breakfast buffet & Networking \n\n\n\n9:15 – “Collaboration and Connection in Action: Powering Economic Growth and Strengthening Communities” – A fireside chat with Dr. Lisa Freeman\, President of Northern Illinois University\, Dr. Laurie Borowicz\, President of Kishwaukee College\, & Dr. Brian Knetl\, President of Waubonsee Community College \n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to OUR Presenting Sponsor\, Meta!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our Platinum Sponsors:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our Silver Sponsors:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nModerator: Melissa Amedeo \n\n\n\nKishwaukee College\, Waubonsee Community College\, and Northern Illinois University form powerful connections that bridge local talent development with regional and statewide impact. Together\, our area higher education centers create seamless educational pathways that prepare students for high-demand careers\, strengthen the local workforce\, and attract new businesses to DeKalb County and beyond. Through active collaboration with their respective regional partners\, each institution aligns academic programs with the evolving needs of employers—supporting economic vitality from the classroom to the workplace. Over the past five years\, as DeKalb County has experienced significant growth\, all three campuses have seen rising enrollment\, stronger student retention\, and greater success outcomes\, reflecting their deep connection to community progress. We’ll explore how Kish College\, Waubonsee Community College\, and NIU continue to shape their strategic priorities. \n\n\n\n\n10:00 – DCEDC Executive Director’s Annual Report \n\n\n\nSponsorship levels for this event:\n\n\n\nPlatinum Sponsor – $5\,000Branding as Event Presenting SponsorCompany logo on all event materials\, digital promotions\, and press releasesDedicated social media recognition before and after the eventVIP seating for 6 guests \n\n\n\nGold Sponsor – $2\,500Recognition as a key event sponsorCompany logo on all event materials and digital promotionsSocial media recognition before and after the eventReserved seating for 4 guests \n\n\n\nSilver Sponsor – $1\,000Company logo on all event materials and social mediaSocial media recognition before and after the eventReserved seating for 2 guests \n\n\n\nBronze Sponsor – $500Company logo on all event materials and social mediaSocial media recognition after the eventReserved seating for 1 guest \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our Bronze Sponsors:
URL:https://dcedc.org/event/2025-annual-breakfast/
LOCATION:Faranda’s Banquets\, 302 Grove Street\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: "Cost Benefits in Professional Engineering Early Engagement"
DESCRIPTION:FREE workshop in partnership with Larson Engineering! This workshop will cover various subjects and projects\, including site development and maintenance\, data centers\, warehouse\, businesses w/expansions or new builds\, senior housing and 3D scanning of projects for documenting existing conditions. \n\n\n\nLunch provided! \n\n\n\nTarget audience includes Developers\, Architects\, and Construction Managers. \n\n\n\nRegister by Friday\, October 31st!
URL:https://dcedc.org/event/lunch-learn-cost-benefits-in-professional-engineering-early-engagement/
LOCATION:DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation; Conference Room\, 2179 Sycamore Road\, Unit 102\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
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SUMMARY:Makers on the Move Bus Tour: Community event
DESCRIPTION:October is Manufacturing Month and the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) and Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) are back on the road with their “Makers On The Move” Bus Tour! DeKalb County is once again a featured stop on their bus tour – Join us at The Suter Company in Sycamore to be part of this community event!  \n\n\n\nEvent FREE to the public! ALL AGES welcome! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity members of all ages are welcome to come out and celebrate DeKalb County’s Centennial Manufacturers and Farms! We will recognize The Suter Company’s 100th anniversary as well as other manufacturers in business 100 years or more. The DeKalb County Farm Bureau will highlight our centennial farms and the historic connection between ag\, innovation\, and manufacturing.  \n\n\n\nFeatured guests include: David Boulay\, IMEC President; Sarah Hartwick\, IMA; Rep. Jeff Keicher\, IL House Representative – 70th District; Sen. Sue Rezin\, IL Senate Representative – 38th District; Paul Callaghan\, The Suter Company President; Dr. Lisa Freeman\, NIU President; Greg Millburg\, DeKalb County Farm Bureau; Dr. Laurie Borowicz\, Kish College President; Michael Hall\, Sycamore City Manager; and Sycamore School District Staff & Students. Additional community members at the event include: NIU STEAM\, NIU CEET\, The J.F. Glidden Homestead Museum\, and Habitat for Humanity of DeKalb County. \n\n\n\nThe Makers on the Move bus will be stopping at The Suter Company location on Bethany Road around 10:00 AM (tentative time based on travel itinerary). Upon arrival of the tour bus\, join us in welcoming IMA and IMEC representatives\, get your photo with and sign the Tour Bus\, and help be part of putting DeKalb County on the map as a significant maker and innovator!  \n\n\n\nEvent timeline:\n\n\n\n8:30 AM – Community event begins on lawn west of The Suter Company \n\n\n\n10:00 AM – Makers on the Move Bus arrives \n\n\n\n10:50 AM – Photos and Sign the Bus \n\n\n\n11:00 AM – Press conference begins \n\n\n\n11:35 AM – Additional bus signing \n\n\n\n11:50 AM – Bus departs \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nA statewide bus tour showcasing Illinois manufacturing:“Makers on the Move is a dynamic\, statewide bus tour celebrating Manufacturing Month by shining a spotlight on the innovation\, opportunity\, and impact of modern manufacturing. Throughout the month\, the tour will visit factories\, technical colleges\, and high schools across the state—offering an up-close look at today’s high-tech\, clean\, and sustainable manufacturing environments. \n\n\n\nWith each stop\, Makers on the Move aims to inspire students\, engage communities\, and connect employers with the next generation of talent. This is more than a celebration—it’s a chance to redefine what manufacturing looks like and highlight the diverse\, rewarding careers available in this vital industry.” \n\n\n\n*Sponsorship opportunities available! Closes Monday\, September 29th at 5:00 PM.* \n\n\n\n\n\nSponsorship levels for this event:\n\n\n\nPlatinum Sponsor – $5\,000Exclusive branding as the Event’s Presenting SponsorRecognition during opening remarksReserved booth space (Sponsor to supply own tent\, table\, chairs)Company logo on event signageCompany logo on all event materials\, digital promotions\, and press releasesDedicated social media recognition before and after the event \n\n\n\nGold Sponsor – $2\,500Reserved booth space (Sponsor to supply own tent\, table\, chairs)Company logo on event signageCompany logo on all event materials and digital promotionsSocial media recognition before and after the event \n\n\n\nSilver Sponsor – $1\,000Company logo on all event materials and social mediaSocial media recognition before and after the event \n\n\n\nBronze Sponsor – $500Company name on all event materials and social mediaSocial media recognition after the event
URL:https://dcedc.org/event/makers-on-the-move-bus-tour-community-event/
LOCATION:Illinois
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SUMMARY:Economic Outlook: Focus on Automation & AI
DESCRIPTION:REgistration is now closed for this event.\n\n\n\nJoin us at Faranda’s for a special follow-up event to our Economic Outlook Luncheon! \n\n\n\nPresented in Partnership with the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) and the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) \n\n\n\nAutomation continues to impact the workforce and we’re here to help you make sense of what that can mean for your business. Please join us for breakfast and refreshments throughout the sessions as you learn valuable insights from our knowledgeable speakers. \n\n\n\nThis event features a keynote presentation by Dr. Kristen Broady\, Senior Economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago\, plus panels discussing impacts on various industries\, financing growth and change\, and preparing the workforce. \n\n\n\nSpeaker Bios \n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to Our Sponsors:\n\n\n\nPlatinum\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSilver\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBronze\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Schedule: \n\n\n\n8:30 – 9:00 AM: Networking & Breakfast Served \n\n\n\n\nOpening Remarks: Tara Tenorio\, Community Development Regional Manager\, Meta\n\n\n\n\n9:00 – 9:40 AM: Keynote – “Automation & AI’s Impact on Jobs” \n\n\n\n\nKeynote Speaker: Kristen Broady\, Ph.D.\, Sr. Economist\, The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago\n\n\n\n\n9:45 – 10:30 AM: Panel – Automation & AI Insights \n\n\n\n\nModerator: Cindy Tomei\, President\, Sustainable Aviation Fuels Institute (SAFII)\n\n\n\nFeatured Panelist: David Boulay\, President\, IMEC\n\n\n\nAdditional Panelists: Randy Prince\, Sr. Business Development Manager\, IMA; and Cohen Barnes\, Owner/CEO\, SundogIT\n\n\n\n\n10:35 – 11:10 AM: Panel – How to Fund Growth \n\n\n\n\nModerator: Christine Flynn\, MPA\, MSW\, Research Associate & Public Sector Consultant\, Workforce Policy Lab at NIU\n\n\n\nFeatured Panelist: Renee Wott\, Sr. Northeast Regional Manager\, IL Dept. of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO)\n\n\n\nAdditional Panelists: Elisabeth Williams\, Sr. Vice President\, SomerCor; and Frank Roberts\, Vice President & Director of Community Banking\, FNBO\n\n\n\n\n11:15 – 11:50 AM: Panel – Workforce & Education \n\n\n\n\nModerator: Sarah Hartwick\, Sr. Vice President\, IMA\n\n\n\nPanelists: Andrea Guzman\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor in Dept. of Communication\, NIU; Barbara Leach\, VP of Instruction\, Kishwaukee College; Ne’Keisha Stepney\, Assistant Provost of Workforce Development\, Waubonsee Community College; and Kevin Nelson\, Welding and AET Instructor\, Kishwaukee Education Consortium (KEC)\n\n\n\n\nBreakfast and refreshments will be provided. \n\n\n\nSponsorship levels for this event:\n\n\n\nPlatinum Sponsor – $5\,000Exclusive branding as the Event’s Presenting SponsorCompany logo on all event materials\, digital promotions\, and press releasesDedicated social media recognition before and after the eventVIP seating for 6 guests \n\n\n\nGold Sponsor – $2\,500Recognition as a key event sponsorCompany logo on all event materials and digital promotionsSocial media recognition before and after the eventReserved seating for 4 guests \n\n\n\nSilver Sponsor – $1\,000Company logo on all event materials and social mediaSocial media recognition before and after the eventReserved seating for 2 guests \n\n\n\nBronze Sponsor – $500Company logo on all event materials and social mediaSocial media recognition after the eventReserved seating for 1 guest
URL:https://dcedc.org/event/economic-outlook-focus-on-automation/
LOCATION:Faranda’s Banquets\, 302 Grove Street\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115
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SUMMARY:Social Media Accessibility–Presented by Ramp
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to invite you to a FREE event providing Social Media Accessibility Training\, presented by Ramp! Co-hosted by DCEDC and the DeKalb County Convention & Visitors Bureau. This event will be held Tuesday\, June 10 from 10:00AM-12:00PM at the Egyptian Theatre. \n\n\n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity to deepen your understanding of social media accessibility and take the lead in promoting inclusivity by making your digital communication more accessible. Join industry peers as we explore best practices\, share insights\, and discuss key solutions. Don’t miss this chance to drive positive change and make a real impact! Learn more: www.onramptraining.com \n\n\n\nRSVP by emailing Cortney Strohacker at cstrohacker@dekalbcountycvb.com.
URL:https://dcedc.org/event/social-media-accessibility-presented-by-ramp/
LOCATION:Egyptian Theatre\, 135 N. Second Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
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SUMMARY:Economic Outlook Luncheon 2025
DESCRIPTION:Understanding economic trends and the changing economic landscape is essential to making informed decisions.Join us on Thursday\, April 17th from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Faranda’s Banquets to hear from Kristen Broady\, Senior Economist\, Economic Advisor\, and Director of the Economic Mobility Project with the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. Special thanks to our Key Event Gold Sponsor\, Mortenson and our Silver Sponsors\, CES Inc and Northern Illinois University.
URL:https://dcedc.org/event/economic-outlook-luncheon-2025/
LOCATION:Illinois
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