Resources Type: Press Releases

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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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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LCP President & CEO Kevin Considine Named Titan 100

, Date: November 9, 2023

We are thrilled to announce that our president and CEO, Kevin Considine, has been named a TITAN 100 this year, making him one of only 100 CEOs and C-level executives in the Chicago region to receive the honor. Under Kevin’s leadership, LCP’s work has resulted in 4,340 new jobs, 4,738 retained jobs and $933 million in direct investment over the past 5 years. LCP’s impact is expected to surpass the $1 billion mark in early 2024. In addition to his incredible impact on economic development, Kevin has been instrumental in many important talent initiatives, and he played a pivotal role in Lake County’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy to fuel equitable, long-term growth and opportunity. The Titan 100 recognition is well deserved, and we thank TITAN 100 and Wipfli for the award.

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RealWheels Invests $6 Million to Expand & Create New Jobs

, Date: September 26, 2023

RealWheels Corporation joined local leaders and officials together in celebration of the advanced manufacturing company’s expansion at 3905 Route 173 in Zion, Illinois. RealWheels recently completed the move-in, following its renovation of the 65,000 sq. ft. facility to accommodate continued growth and new product development. What initially started as a DIY wheel cover project by Founder and President Jan Polka has developed into a thriving business with over a dozen U.S. patents, offering hundreds of products to customers around the world.

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Annual Big Event Returns to the Stage Better Than Ever

, Date: April 27, 2023

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. The morning will also mark the organization’s 25th anniversary of fueling economic development in Lake County, Illinois.

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Medline Cuts Ribbon on Largest Medical-Grade Distribution Facility in U.S.

, Date: July 20, 2022

We were thrilled to join local leaders at a ribbon cutting to celebrate Medline Industries, LP’s state-of-the-art, 1.4 million sq. ft. distribution facility in Grayslake. It is the largest medical-grade center of its kind in the U.S., and it will handle more than $1 billion in annual orders and create 700 new jobs. Medline has operated in Lake County for 50 years, and this investment reflects a commitment to further growth in the community – for that, we are grateful and offer our sincere congratulations and best wishes for a vibrant future.

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LCP Proudly Receives Excellence in Economic Development Award from the IEDC

, Date: October 19, 2021

We were thrilled to join local leaders at a ribbon cutting to celebrate Medline Industries, LP’s state-of-the-art, 1.4 million sq. ft. distribution facility in Grayslake. It is the largest medical-grade center of its kind in the U.S., and it will handle more than $1 billion in annual orders and create 700 new jobs. Medline has operated in Lake County for 50 years, and this investment reflects a commitment to further growth in the community – for that, we are grateful and offer our sincere congratulations and best wishes for a vibrant future.

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Belle Aire Creations Quadruples the Company’s Manufacturing Footprint in Lake County

, Date: October 14, 2021

We were thrilled to join local leaders at a ribbon cutting to celebrate Medline Industries, LP’s state-of-the-art, 1.4 million sq. ft. distribution facility in Grayslake. It is the largest medical-grade center of its kind in the U.S., and it will handle more than $1 billion in annual orders and create 700 new jobs. Medline has operated in Lake County for 50 years, and this investment reflects a commitment to further growth in the community – for that, we are grateful and offer our sincere congratulations and best wishes for a vibrant future.

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Mighty Hook Celebrates New HQ & Jobs in Waukegan

, Date: July 29, 2021

We were thrilled to join local leaders at a ribbon cutting to celebrate Medline Industries, LP’s state-of-the-art, 1.4 million sq. ft. distribution facility in Grayslake. It is the largest medical-grade center of its kind in the U.S., and it will handle more than $1 billion in annual orders and create 700 new jobs. Medline has operated in Lake County for 50 years, and this investment reflects a commitment to further growth in the community – for that, we are grateful and offer our sincere congratulations and best wishes for a vibrant future.

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Manufacturing Continues to Power Ahead in Lake County

, Date: July 19, 2021

We were thrilled to join local leaders at a ribbon cutting to celebrate Medline Industries, LP’s state-of-the-art, 1.4 million sq. ft. distribution facility in Grayslake. It is the largest medical-grade center of its kind in the U.S., and it will handle more than $1 billion in annual orders and create 700 new jobs. Medline has operated in Lake County for 50 years, and this investment reflects a commitment to further growth in the community – for that, we are grateful and offer our sincere congratulations and best wishes for a vibrant future.

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