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GRCC Names Meredith MacKay as New Director of Membership
GRCC Names Meredith MacKay as New Director of Membership MacKay brings 15+ years of experience in membership, leadership development Rockford, IL (August 11, 2026) – The Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) has named Meredith MacKay as its new Director of Membership, effective Monday, August 10, 2026. This strategic hire strengthens GRCC’s ability to grow…
Read MoreEnrollment for GRCC’s Institute for Executive Leadership Now Open
Enrollment for GRCC’s Institute for Executive Leadership Now Open Enrollment for GRCC’s Institute for Executive Leadership Now OpenGRCC, Rockford University Program Designed for Next Generation Leadership Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce Rockford, IL (July 28, 2026) — The Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Rockford University, has announced enrollment is officially open for…
Read More2027 Membership Directory in production
2027 Membership Directory in production The 2027 edition of the Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory is currently in production. This is the go-to resource for business leaders, residents, and visitors seeking reputable businesses and organizations to engage with. Interested in standing out even more? The directory offers a limited number of advertising opportunities…
Read MoreGRCC hosts new RPS 205 superintendent, announces Partner in Education award
GRCC hosts new RPS 205 superintendent, announces Partner in Education award Dr. Larry Huff started as RPS 205 superintendent at the beginning of July. Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce Rockford, IL (July 23, 2026) — The Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce invited the Rockford region’s business leaders to welcome Dr. Larry Huff, RPS 205’s new…
Read MoreGRCC Government Affairs Committee Supports TIF District on Rockford’s South side
GRCC Government Affairs Committee Supports TIF District on Rockford’s South side According to GRCC’s GAC, the competitive environment for business attraction is strong in the Rockford region, and a TIF will allow the region to more effectively attract investments and benefit from the current surge in reshoring of manufacturing. Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce Last…
Read MoreGRCC Announces Class of 40 Over 40 Honorees
GRCC Announces Class of 40 Over 40 Honorees Civic, nonprofit, healthcare business, education leaders make up inaugural class Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce Rockford, IL (June 1, 2026) — The Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the inaugural class of 40 Over 40 honorees. Honorees represent a broad cross-section of Rockford’s civic,…
Read MoreWhat Would Be Left?Â
What Would Be Left? A reflection on Small Business Week Caitlin Pusateri, COO of the Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce I’ve been playing a thought experiment in my head this week. What if you woke up tomorrow and every business in the Rockford Region with fewer than 50ish employees was just… gone? Not closed. Not struggling. Just…
Read MoreGRCC Launches Regional Talent, Workforce, and Collaboration Initiatives
GRCC Launches Regional Talent, Workforce, and Collaboration Initiatives New programs, partnerships, and leadership investments signal growing momentum for talent development ecosystem Contact:Audrey MoonGRCC Director of CommunicationsPhone: 660-341-8461Email: Amoon@rockfordchamber.com ROCKFORD, Ill. (April, 30, 2026) — The Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) today announced a series of new initiatives designed to strengthen the Rockford Region’s talent pipeline, connect employers with skilled…
Read MoreBuilding Momentum in Economic Development
Building Momentum in Economic Development By Everett Butzine, CEcD | Vice President of Business Expansion & Attraction, GRCC When I joined the Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce at the start of this year, I came with a clear sense of purpose and an open mind about what I would find. What I did not fully anticipate was just how quickly…
Read More2026 State of the City
2026 State of the City Categories Awards and Recognition Business News Education Membership News The VOICE Archives Archives Select Month August 2026 July 2026 June 2026 May 2026 April 2026 March 2026 February 2026 January 2026 December 2025 November 2025 October 2025 September 2025 August 2025 July 2025 June 2025 May 2025 April 2025 March…
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