The cycle is open to apply for the HCEDC Fall 2019 Business Plan Grants. Two $10,000 grants will be given to either new businesses opening in Hancock County or businesses that are expanding and adding at least one additional full time employee. This is fun! Call me at 217-440-8909 or email me at [email protected] for more information. Please Share !! 2019 HCEDC Business Plan Grant - General Information Packet Business Plan Grant Application - Grant Application Business Plan … [Read more...] about HCEDC Fall 2019 Business Plan Grants
A Message from Our New Executive Director
Dear Friends of Hancock County, Having just officially passed the date of one full month on the job as the Hancock County Economic Development Executive Director, I have to say it has been exciting! I have been so honored to have met and developed relationships, connections, and friendships with people from all walks of life in the HCED community. I look forward to continuing to strengthen these bonds in order to Grow Hancock County in positive ways by joining with each of you in inviting … [Read more...] about A Message from Our New Executive Director
Meet Our New Executive Director
On behalf of the Hancock County Economic Development Board, President Matt Kraus is pleased to introduce our new executive director, Belynda Allen. Kraus told the Herald-Whig that Allen brings a driving passion for economic development to the job. "Belynda's eagerness to do what she can to improve the economy of the county and the surrounding area made her stand out," Kraus said. Belynda Allen grew up in upstate New York before moving to the Champaign-Urbana area. Allen previously … [Read more...] about Meet Our New Executive Director
Western Illinois Leadership Academy
University of Illinois Extension will be holding the next session of Western Illinois Leadership Academy beginning in August and ending in November. The leadership academy offers participants the opportunity to examine key issues facing our five-county region and to garner a broad understanding of successful initiatives in each of the counties. The program includes unique tours as well as a networking opportunity with other participants and with presenters. A new focus for 2019, in … [Read more...] about Western Illinois Leadership Academy
Hancock County CEO – Year 4
As Hancock County CEO finishes up year four, I can’t help but take a step back and see the impact that you, as community leaders and business owners in Hancock County, are making on the students. Thank you, Hancock County Economic Development, for supporting this entrepreneurial experience for Hancock County students. Each week, CEO students write a journal with their insights. Hearing how this class is transforming their thinking and lives is best coming from them. The following are journal … [Read more...] about Hancock County CEO – Year 4
Spring Director’s Report
WE MOVED!! As of April 1st, the Hancock County Economic Development office is now located at 2005 East Highway 136 on the east side of Carthage. Our mailing address is PO Box 484, Carthage, IL 62321. We are sharing space with Hancock County EMS. This will provide us with more visibility and a good place to meet with people. Thank you to the Hancock County Board and EMS for working with us. BUSINESS RETENTION AND EXPANSION In the past six months, there have been 25 business visits. I have … [Read more...] about Spring Director’s Report