Resource Category: Life Sciences

Lake County Partners Newsletter – December 2024

, Date: December 16, 2024

We’re ending 2024 on a high note, with big news showcasing Chicagoland and Illinois’ prominence in life sciences and biotech. Also, we highlight the 20+ year success of nonprofit Reading Power, and a recent ribbon cutting for a Pizza Ranch in Round Lake Beach. Finally, gear up for the Hospitality and Retail Summit, slated to be held in March. We’re also fortunate to have a sit-down with Intersect Illinois’ new president and CEO, Christy George. See what she has to say for economic success in Illinois, and the key industries expected to grow.

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Lake County Partners Newsletter – October 2024

, Date: November 1, 2024

This month’s newsletter goes in-depth on the business decisions driving companies like Sysmex, Hollister, AbbVie, Medline, CDW, Baxter, Real Wheels and ACCO Brands to expand in Lake County. Also, meet Jim McConoughey, the new Director at the College of Lake County’s Manufacturing Alliance. We discuss how the Manufacturing Alliance will drive innovation and workforce development.

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Lake County Partners Newsletter – September 2024

, Date: September 25, 2024

Rosalind Franklin University’s Helix 51 biomedical incubator celebrated five years of operations with the entry of five new companies, bringing the roster of startups to twelve, including its first international representative. Hear from Michael Rosen to discover why so many growing biotech companies choose to be in Lake County. Also, tap into talent with initiatives like the new Career Navig8 and the many offerings coming up at the College of Lake County for Manufacturing Month this October. And finally, enjoy a recap of our recent Invested Together event.

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Ymer Technology Celebrates Relocation of HQ From Houston to Lake County, Illinois

, Date: August 27, 2024

Ymer Technology, a manufacturer of electric vehicle (EV) components for the heavy equipment industry, celebrated the grand opening of its new U.S. headquarters in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. This is the first in a series of planned expansions for the company. Ymer Technology’s $5.7 million investment, bolstered by a Reimagining Energy and Vehicles in Illinois (REV Illinois) agreement, will enable it to produce cooling technology and thermal management systems for EVs while supporting Illinois’ booming clean energy economy. REV provides competitive incentives for EV, solar, renewable and energy storage manufacturers to move or expand in Illinois.  Founded in 2005 in Stockholm, Sweden, Ymer Technology chose to relocate from Houston to Lake County to take advantage of Chicagoland’s unmatched location, industry leaders, and the REV incentive program. Shortly after relocating, the company announced that it had already inked its first deal. 

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Lake County Partners Newsletter – July 2024

, Date: July 31, 2024

Lake County and Chicagoland are at the top of the charts for biopharma clusters and exporting in the U.S. See why, and go behind the scenes of booming nonprofit GiveNKind – a company that has grown 92% in the last year. Also, meet Ty Kovach, the Executive Director at the Lake County Forest Preserve District, and see how businesses are pitching in to protect open space and preserve Lake County’s legacy.

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Lake County Partners Annual Report 2023

, Date: June 27, 2024

Our 2023 Annual Report is extremely positive, and includes updates on recent project wins, a list of notable employers, and our progress on important initiatives. It has been exciting to celebrate the cumulative impact of our work. Over the last 5 years alone—LCP fueled a whopping $1.2 BILLION in direct capital investment, drove the creation of 4,445 new jobs, and kept 4,739 existing jobs in our community. Our project pipeline remains robust. We are managing 39 projects, primarily in the industries of advanced manufacturing, life science, data, and sustainable energy. Our involvement with the Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership is also opening up new business attraction opportunities. The conversations that we are having with business leaders are very optimistic, and we expect to see continued growth and investment in the back half of the year.

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Lake County Partners Newsletter – June 2024

, Date: June 21, 2024

In the first half of 2024, LCP has celebrated huge business wins including investments made by Medline, Valent BioSciences, OCM and T5 Data Centers. This newsletter does a deep dive of recent stories and metrics, and also highlights the changing face of healthcare in Lake County. Plus, meet local entrepreneur and career pathways evangelist Sue Dickson as she talks about her innovative program, Give Me 10.

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Lake County Partners Newsletter – May 2024

, Date: May 30, 2024

LCP joined local officials in celebrating major expansions in Lake County – including Valent BioSciences in Libertyville and T5 Data in Grayslake. Also, we’re recapping the powerful stories that emerged from our Big Event, and showcasing our award winner, Josh Fischer at Fischer Paper Products.

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LCP’s Big Event On Track For Record Success

, Date: May 7, 2024

Lake County Partners’ signature annual breakfast, aptly named “The Big Event,” will once again bring together hundreds of business and civic leaders for a morning focused on continued collaboration and business growth in Lake County, Illinois. Awards will be presented to Fischer Paper Products and educator Gina Schuyler for their investments in the community.

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Lake County Partners Newsletter – April 2024

, Date: April 26, 2024

Business growth is in full force this month, and Chicagoland is once again ahead of the trends. Get the latest on Smalley Steel Ring’s expansion, our thoughts on the Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership, a data dive revealing why young talent is moving to the region, your tickets to the Big Event and a Q&A with Wight & Company’s Megan Zack, who weighs in on the latest trends in sustainability.

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