Everyone is talking about the supply chain challenges, but now is your chance to hear from two professionals in the industry, living it every day.
Adam Roth
Executive Vice President NAI Hiffman Director - NAI Global Logistics
Adam Roth is recognized nationally for his knowledge and expertise of how freight moves across the nation and world. As the lead broker at CenterPoint Intermodal, the largest inland port in the nation, Roth is watching and predicting its impact on businesses and the industrial market.
Brett Madison
Director of ADM Terminal Services
If you’ve seen ADM’s commercials, “Super Market to the World,” you have a little glimpse into the responsibilities of Brett Madison, Director of Terminal Services for ADM. Hear first-hand the challenges and solutions feeding the world via river and port terminals.
Please join us Tuesday, December 7 at 11:30 a.m. to hear from the experts
Click here to register and pay online or you can also call 815.942.0163 or email info@gedc.com to reserve your spot. RSVP's are due November 30.
$1.2 Billion Generating Station is a Busy Construction Site
Grundy County leaders visited the CPV Three Rivers construction site that is nearly 20% completed. Approximately 2.5 million man hours are needed to build the facility and construction employment will reach 600-700 local skilled workers. The facility, located in Goose Lake Township, is anticipated to fire up late 2022 and go commercial in early 2023.
What does Grundy County & the Chicago Transit Authority’s Largest Capital Improvement have in common?
Utility Concrete. After almost a year and a half of production, the first segment for the CTA’s Red Purple Modernization Project shipped this week from Utility Concrete’s advanced manufacturing facility in Grundy County.
What's News
Shop Local November 27 is Small Business Saturday, and it's an important day to support local businesses. These businesses support many fundraisers, sports teams, and make our neighborhoods great.
Congrats Morris Hospital Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers received another "A" on the most recent Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade. This is the hospital's seventh consecutive year since fall of 2018. This national distinction recognizes Morris Hospital’s achievements in protecting patients from harm and error in the hospital.
Accepting Resumes until November 30 The GEDC will be accepting resumes for the Business Director role until November 30. It is a great job providing a professional and flexible work environment. Tell your family and friends.
Prospects
Project Cor -National brokerage firm is working with a client on a large distribution center with ecommerce.
Project Anavath -Regional distribution center with ecommerce web-based sales.
Project Discovery AMS - A company is looking for sites for a major precision manufacturing project. Sites have been submitted.
Project Transformation - A building materials related manufacturer and distributor is seeking greenfield for a new manufacturing facility. Sites have been submitted.