Growth Dimensions | Comcast Newsmakers

Growth Dimensions - 7:34

Pamela Lopez-Fettes - Growth Dimensions

Posted Sep 24, 2018

Belvidere, Boone and our region as the ideal geography for business expansion and new prospects. The region has Direct Access To Rail And Interstates, Two International Airports Within 60 Minutes, Shovel-Ready Industrial & Commercial Sites, Innovative & Customized Workforce And Training Programs, Lower Commercial & Industrial Tax Rates and an education system that is making direct connections to businesses in the region.

Hosted by: Ellee Pai Hong Produced by: Greater Chicago Newsmakers Team

#Illinois #Economy and Business

Other videos hosted by Ellee Pai Hong

Tackling School Bullying

Tackling School Bullying - 5:40

One in four U.S. students say they have been bullied at school.

Elizabeth Cushing, president of Playworks, joins host Ellee Pai Hong to discuss how her organization’s mission to combat bullying is teaching the lesson of inclusion to schoolchildren.

Screen Time and Tech Addiction

Screen Time and Tech Addiction - 5:56

Experts say excessive tech use is a growing social issue. As a result, Internet Addiction Disorder (“IAD”) is instigating neurological, psychological and social problems among children and adults.

Stephen Balkam, founder and CEO of the Family Online Safety Institute, discusses the impact of innovative tools used to track and manage screen time.

Autism Inclusion

Autism Inclusion - 5:14

The Autism Hero Project, Tamika Morales wants to create a world of inclusion with no financial barriers for autism. Early intervention and access to therapy will help children become successful and independent.

Preserve Spanish Dance

Preserve Spanish Dance - 5:14

Jorge Perez, Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater, talks about the company's 43rd anniversary as the premiere center for Spanish dance and music. Learn Flamenco, Folkloric, Classical, and Contemporary Dance and Music traditions of Spain.

Small Business Loans

Small Business Loans - 5:18

Small businesses create 2 out of 3 jobs. Manuel Flores of SomerCor discusses helping small businesses grow by providing grants, and access to capital through loan programs. Job creation equals economic development.

Civil Rights

Civil Rights - 5:16

Clyde Brooks, IL Commission on Diversity & Human Relations wants people to be respectful, be positive, do what is right and work together. Critical thinking and race relationship initiatives make a difference.

Loading...

TYPE A KEYWORD AND PRESS ENTER TO SEARCH:

OR EXPLORE SEGMENTS BY TOPIC:

COMMUNITY

ECONOMY & BUSINESS

EDUCATION

GENERAL INTEREST

GOVERNMENT

HEALTH

LOCAL

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY