When your business has been around for more than 125 years, the past can provide valuable lessons.White Racker Company, a family-owned manufacturer located at 420 S. Lively Blvd. in Elk Grove, traces ...
500K Grant from the Village is Cultivating Tomorrow’s WorkforceOctober is Manufacturing Month in the state—a perfect time for Elk Grove High School to unveil its new Advanced Manufacturing Lab, a...
10 Ways to Celebrate Manufacturing MonthManufacturing drives local, national and global economies, providing affordable consumer products and fueling critical industries like healthcare,...
Having long provided emergency damage restoration and cleanup services to businesses and homes, Servpro in Elk Grove Village was ready to respond when the coronavirus emerged.“We already do mold...
Centerpoint is one of Elk Grove’s newest business residents, a commercial image studio that produces creative storytelling through photography, video and animation.One of Centerpoint’s specialties is ...
When 3W Plastics moved into 1280 Kirk Street within the Elk Grove Business Park late in 2019, they knew access to the park’s dedicated rail line would be critical in order to scale their business....
As the Elk Grove business community works to recover and prepare for a post-coronavirus future, Village officials and staff are ready to answer questions, offer resources, and make helpful...
We are proud of how Elk Grove companies have adapted as the world, our nation and our state navigate the threat of the novel coronavirus pandemic. It has been a true community effort. Our business...
Just west of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Elk Grove's Village's service partner (since 2017), ENCLAVE Learning & Earning Center at 75 Turner Avenue (near intersection of Arlington Heights...
On Thursday, February 13, Mayor Craig Johnson and Elk Grove Village’s economic development team welcomed attendees from consulates and foreign investment organizations representing Greece, Poland,...
Listen to leaders from three longstanding Elk Grove businesses: ACME Industries, Bunting Magnetic Co., and Midaco Corp. Learn what they do and how they’ve been able to thrive for so many years in Elk ...
Yamazen, a global industry leader in the sale and distribution of machine tools, tooling, and manufacturing products for OEMs and tier 1-3 suppliers, is one of the latest businesses to expand to Elk...
Miller Industrial is a leading maintenance, repair and operation (MRO) product supplier that has served the manufacturing, skilled trades and municipal departments in the Chicago area for nearly a...
Atlas SN Holding was founded in 2005 with the purchase of a single truck. Fueled by a desire to find better, more innovative ways to support the market, Atlas quickly outgrew their first facility in...
Performance Lighting Chicago, located on 395 Kent Avenue, is a full-service production company specializing in theatrical stage lighting along with additional services in audio, video, staging, and...
CraftedWild is located on 101 Kelly St. in Elk Grove Village. If you're ever in the area, it's worth a visit. Founders Kyle Kiperman and Kornel Tadeuszuk are two passionate and young entrepreneurs ...
Zeeshan Tejani and his sister, Minha Ali, always knew they wanted to go into business together. When conducting research on the business market, they came across an opportunity to open a new location ...
Lawrence Foods is a family-owned manufacturer of premium bakery ingredients for commercial food manufacturers, in-store bakeries, and food service operations. The company operates two facilities...
Haas Factory Outlet, also known as HFO/Chicago, is a division of Midwest Machinery Resources, LLC. HFO/Chicago is an exclusive distributor for Haas CNC machine tools and rotary products and has...
Blue Water Builders offers construction, contracting, and project management services. The company was founded eight years ago by two friends, Roi Kiferbaum and Josh Balonick, who became business...
If you do business in Elk Grove Village, you may have heard Jeff Taylor's name. He's the president of Crafts Technology, a manufacturer of tooling and components manufactured from ultra-hard...
In April 2017, MC Machinery relocated to a 175,000 square-feet, state-of-the-art facility in Elk Grove Village, built from the ground up. Within the first year of being built, the new headquarters...
Founded in 1997, Maman Corp. was a collaboration between two families with extensive experience in the construction industry. Adding more value to clients' projects inspired the founding...
As manufacturing companies continue to move towards a digital manufacturing transformation, Siemens' Technical Application Center in Elk Grove Village recently made some tremendous upgrades to...
Established in 2009, eWorks is a national, top-tier IT asset and electronics recycling business providing comprehensive solutions for businesses and organizations. They also have an impressive...
When municipalities work together, the regional economy grows. Elk Grove Village has joined forces with four other Chicagoland northwest municipalities to collaborate and create a growing regional ...
Unintentionally a well-kept secret, Chicago Federation of Labor (CFL) Workers Assistance Committee has been connecting job seekers to employers throughout Chicagoland since 1994.
When
CFL...
You've most likely enjoyed a fiesta and you've probably even taken a siesta, but have you ever had a tiesta? As in a tea experience with
Tiesta Tea.
From the second you approach Tiesta...
ENCLAVE, an international collaborative learning center for entrepreneurs is opening its doors June 2017 at 75 Turner Avenue in Elk Grove Village. It is a private-public partnership that hopes to...
Javier Haro is a recruiting specialist at Serco (Cicero Workforce Center), one of 10 workforce centers in Cook County. Haro and his team are experts at connecting ideal candidates to the right job ...
This article was written after an interview with Mary Beth Ottinger, dean of Career and Technical Programs at Harper College, and Tom Erbach, workforce and economic development consultant.Today,...
We've had an exciting year and it's all because of you! Together, we have created a thriving community. To celebrate 2016, we're looking back at Elk Grove's biggest accomplishments. From launching...
Cristaux International is a full-service design and manufacturing company, specializing in custom awards and other forms of recognition. CEO Andre Janus' vision for Cristaux was to build a company...
"You spend your whole life building something. How do you make sure it perpetuates over time?" -Ann Gruber, Ashland Door Solutions
In
Episode 8 of the Strictly Business podcast, Josh...
In
Strictly Business Episode 7, Ray Benedetto, president of GuideStar, discusses the ins and outs of character-based capitalism and its positive influence on a variety of companies. This...
Reunited and it feels so good! creative werks, a leader in packaging design, manufacturing, engineering, and co-packing, has been in the midst of a tremendous growth spurt. The company was operating...
While some high school students spent their summer capturing Pokémon, three students from Elk Grove High School traveled to Louisville, Kentucky to showcase their advanced manufacturing skills in...
In
Strictly Business Episode 3, Raman Chadra of the Junto Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership, and Tom Walter, serial entrepreneur and CEO of Tasty Catering, to discuss what it means to be ...
In
Strictly Business
Episode 1: Creating Career Pathways for Manufacturers, host Josh Grodzin discusses workforce development resources with Manufacturing Instructor of Elk Grove High School...
Put away the binoculars and close the blinds! Now there is an easier (and less creepy) way to snoop on your business neighbors. Elk Grove Village is thrilled to announce 'Strictly Business', a...
Eray Utucu is the Managing Director of EVE Group, a Business Consulting and Project Management Company, headquartered at the NBC Tower in Chicago.Eray was born in Turkey, but has lived in the U.S....
Geneva Scurek is a Manager for the ICATT Skills Initiative at the German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest (GACC Midwest). She develops and promotes ICATT's 3-year manufacturing...
Shin Kishioka is the president of ITA, a minority-certified MBE (Minority Business Entrepreneur), non-profit organization. Kishioka and his team are dedicated to developing support platforms for...
Craft Brew Maker Mike Pallen was looking for the perfect home for his craft beer company, Mikerphone Brewing. With a second child on the way, it was crucial to find a production facility close to his ...
It's already been a month since the Expo. With so many memorable moments, it feels like it was yesterday. Over 1200 people attended, Governor Bruce Rauner showed support by taking a tour of Elk...
According to
SME.org, over the next 10 years, 3.5 million manufacturing jobs will become available. But 2 million of those jobs will go unfilled.
Why?
There are simply not enough...
Mark Deutsch, owner and founder of AmCraft Manufacturing knows a thing or two about adjusting product offerings to meet the demands of an ever-changing business market.Deutsch's business journey...
Have you thought about exporting your products or services, but you're not sure where to start? Don't panic … you don't have to go through the process alone. There are dozens of resources and leading ...
Margaret Kozlowski is the CEO of AM Precision Machining Inc., a full-service CNC machine shop located in Elk Grove Village. Her father, Stanley Kozlowski, founded the family-owned business in 1983....
The Chicago Metro Metal Consortium (CMMC) has a vision to bring together public and private sector leaders to execute and invest in initiatives that strengthen the metal manufacturing cluster...
One of the greatest benefits of having a business in Elk Grove is the opportunity to do business with your neighbors. Shirlanne Lemm is the President of the Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce, an...
"We need to promote our community and in order to do that we need to help each other. We have what it takes to be the 'Silicon Valley' of Illinois."Gladys Moscoso is the Sales and Marketing Director ...
Whether moving into a new home or relocating your business to a new facility, moving can be a pain.Luis Toledo founded Midwest Moving and Storage, Inc. a full-service moving company in 1983. Known...
The Jones Lang LaSalle's Port, Airport and Global Infrastructure (PAGI) report provides a yearly analysis on the current and potential impact of economic development, cargo volume, trade flow and...
Have you ever thought about expanding your business? It can be both exciting as well as challenging. But imagine having one point of contact to help you throughout the entire process. From making...
"Elk Grove's business philosophy centers on our long-standing vision of being 'The Exceptional Community'. There is no other community quite like Elk Grove Village." – Ray Rummel, Village ManagerIt's ...
A conversation with Jim Carr, President of CARR Machine & Tool, opened our eyes to three major benefits to prioritizing sustainability.When it comes to practicing small business sustainability,...
In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, we turned to Waste Management of Illinois, Inc.'s sustainability guru, Dana Lee, to learn how businesses can jumpstart a better sustainability plan.Most...
There's no doubt Serial Entrepreneur and CEO of Tasty Catering, Tom Walter, is a busy man. Beyond managing his company, he makes time to travel nationwide to participate in business entrepreneurship...
Are you a business leader who learned what you know from the School of Hard Knocks? Today, even high school students are being taught the skills to thrive in business. We talked with Chad Froeschle,...
With approximately 135 million adult "makers" in the U.S., the "Maker Movement" is getting a lot of buzz. But what exactly is the Maker Movement and why should you care … especially if you're a...
The Maker Movement reflects a growing interest in making things, particularly among young people. Is it an opportunity for today's manufacturers to cultivate a pool of workers to fill the current...
You have a chemical leak and everyone must evacuate the building. Are you able to quickly account for everyone in your facility, including visitors?A disgruntled employee is dismissed. Would he or...
In all its forms, workplace crime is an ongoing concern for employers nationwide. Fortunately in Elk Grove Village, businesses don't have to tackle the issue alone. The Elk Grove Village Police...
The 2nd Annual Made in Elk Grove Business & Technology Expo took place on October 21, 2014, affording a unique opportunity for local and regional manufacturers to network, while showcasing Elk ...
EGV Business Excellence Awards Recognize Three Local Companies
On October 21, 2014, the 2nd annual Made in Elk Grove Manufacturing & Technology Expo drew more than 1,000 registered...
Improvements in the NeighborhoodO'HARE MODERNIZATION MEANS BENEFITS TO ELK GROVE VILLAGE BUSINESSES
Elk Grove Village businesses stand to benefit from the effects of the nation's largest airport...
Although women fill close to half of all jobs in the U.S. economy, they hold less than 25 percent of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) jobs, according to the U.S. Department of...
Putting the New Industrial Revolution in Context
Everyone is talking about the “manufacturing renaissance" occurring in the U.S. To get a broader view — both geographically and...
When you need information — from demographics to competitor information — don't overlook the free resources available at your local library. In Elk Grove Village, for example, the local library...
Strength in NumbersCOMPANY FINDS FREIGHT AND MANUFACTURING CLUSTERS ADD UP TO A GOOD MOVE Dexter Magnetic Technologies previously had as many as eight different facilities across the U.S. before...
There are many ways to quantify the advantages Elk Grove Village offers manufacturers — such as the nation's largest consolidated business park, a location adjacent to O'Hare International...
Bright Lights, Big SavingsUPGRADE TO MORE EFFICIENT LIGHTING PAYS OFF FOR ONE EGV COMPANYWhether the motivation is to cut costs, reduce your carbon footprint, or both, lighting offers an opportunity...
Lighting is a major energy expense for any business, accounting for 30 to 60 percent of annual electric costs. Fortunately, in terms of reducing energy consumption and costs, lighting is also...
Video Courtesy of Benedictine University Center for Values-Driven Leadership and its Return on Values Project, a research initiative with the Inc. Small Giants Community. Visit www.cvdl.org to learn ...
Do you wish your front-line staff were more engaged? If so, you're not alone. The most recent Gallup study shows that 70% of American workers are 'not engaged' or 'actively disengaged' from their...
Reports are widespread that the U.S. is facing an infrastructure crisis — that roads, bridges, electrical grids, and more are desperately in need of rebuilding. However, in Elk Grove Village, a...
Increase Your TIF I.Q.HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ELK GROVE VILLAGE'S NEW TIF DISTRICTElk Grove Business Park is about to undergo significant
infrastructure upgrades and redevelopment within...
Does your manufacturing company struggle to find workers with the right skills? Are you disheartened by the lack of young people pursuing careers in manufacturing? Tackle both fronts by getting...
Bill Merchantz, an instructor at EGHS, explains how EGV manufacturers can get involvedwith the school's cutting edge Advanced Machining Program.
To get involved, contact:Kyle Burritt -...
Information you can use: this is part of a series recapping educational sessions held during the 2013 Made In Elk Grove Manufacturing Expo.
Workforce development resources ...
Jim Carr (left) of CAAR Machine & Tool tells EGVbizhub's Jim Merritello (right) how he made the most of the Trade Adjustment Assistance for Firms (TAAF) program.
HOW IT WORKSA domestic...
The Made in Elk Grove Manufacturing Expo received some great coverage in the Daily Herald following the inaugural event.
"...For many of the Elk Grove companies, especially the...
7/31/2018 - Elk Grove Village Makes History With Sponsorship Of Makers Wanted Bahamas Bowl
The Bahamas Bowl in Nassau, Bahamas has a new title sponsor that's making history. Elk Grove Village, home to the largest contiguous industrial park in the United States, is using its business slogan, "Makers Wanted," to become the first non-tourist municipality to sponsor a bowl game.
8/1/2018 - Chicago suburb Elk Grove Village to be title sponsor of Bahamas Bowl
Elk Grove Village and ESPN announced the bowl sponsorship for the Makers Wanted Bahamas Bowl. They say the Dec. 21 game in Nassau will mark the first time a non-tourist municipality has sponsored a bowl game.
8/4/2018 - Elk Grove mayor on Bahamas Bowl deal: 'We're ready to tell our story nationally'
Elk Grove Village is spending $300,000 to sponsor a Dec. 21 college football bowl game in the Bahamas in the hopes of boosting name recognition and attracting businesses to town.
Though it won't be called the "Elk Grove Bowl," Elk Grove Village's $300,000 sponsorship of the Dec. 21 college football Bahamas Bowl has the endorsement of one noted local business owner.
06/21/2018 - Elk Grove Village launches major coordinated campaign against opioids
In the broadest initiative against opioid issues by a single municipality across the region, the overdose reversal drug Narcan is set to become as widely available in Elk Grove Village as automatic external defibrillators that help with cardiac arrest.
07/12/2018 - County Awards 6B Status to 3 Elk Grove Companies
The three businesses awarded the incentives by county commissioners were Celso Escorza, doing business as Escorza Tile at 1901 Greenleaf Ave.; Kristina Iyer at 220 Bond St. and Wolf Family Enterprises, LLC, doing business as Chicago Wheel Service, 1001 Morse Ave.