Rivian shook up the automotive world by reimagining the American pickup truck for a new era. To turn its vision into reality, the electric vehicle maker relied on a time-tested formula for success. Namely, it sought to make a home where the crucial ingredients of a welcoming community, skilled talent, and convenient location all come together. Zach Dietmeier, Rivian’s Senior Manager of Plant Communications and Policy, told Intersect Illinois about how Normal, IL has become home to the company’s tremendous growth.
Read the interview here.
Chart of the Month: Chicagoland—A Top Global Metro for Business
Chicagoland, maintaining both a large employment in key industries and a concentrated production workforce, is a top global metro for business at every stage from R&D to commercialization.
Team Illinois Heads to 2026 SelectUSA Investment Summit
With a $1.2T+ economy and a growing roster of global companies, Illinois will make its case at the country’s premier foreign direct investment summit Illinois EDC and Team Illinois are headed to National Harbor, Maryland, for the 2026 SelectUSA Investment Summit, taking place May 3–6 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center. Hosted by…
Meet Economic Driver: Donna Haddad, Scholarship Foundation President, Board Member and Past President, Arab American Bar Association of Illinois
As we continue celebrating National Arab American Heritage Month this April, we’re thrilled to spotlight Scholarship Foundation President and Arab American Bar Association Board Member and Past President Donna Haddad, who is a lifelong resident of Illinois. “My Arab American heritage has been a source of pride and strength throughout my life, and it has…
