Lake County Partners

10/16/2026

We were proud to be part of the recent Access to Capital forum - a day filled with meaningful conversations, valuable connections, and practical insights.

Thank you to the many partners who made this such a success. Events like this provide important opportunities to bring together businesses, entrepreneurs, advisors, and professionals to fuel economic growth and collaboration.

We’re already looking forward to building on the ideas and relationships sparked at this event and continuing to support the growth and success of our business community.

10/15/2026

🚨 A limited number of tickets remain for this special event - designed to connect businesses and sellers and fuel new deals and relationships. Don't miss this unique opportunity, on October 27th and 28th at the Greenbelt Cultural Center in North Chicago.

There's also a short amount of time left to make your mark by signing on as a sponsor, where you'll join our Premier Sponsor SomerCor and our Platinum Sponsors Abbott and DMG MORI in supporting this important event. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities here:https://www.lakecountypartners.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Final-Sponsorship-Package-Updated-9.11.26.pdf

10/13/2026

We’re halfway through October, but there’s still plenty of time to plug into Manufacturing Month.

One great place to start? Exploring how the College of Lake County is connecting students to careers in modern manufacturing. From hands-on learning and technical training to industry partnerships that help build a skilled workforce, CLC is helping prepare the next generation of manufacturing talent right here in Lake County.

Whether you’re an employer looking to strengthen your talent pipeline, a student exploring career opportunities, or a community partner invested in our region’s future, there’s a lot to learn about the connections driving manufacturing forward.

🔗 https://hubs.li/Q04B0JW80

This October features countless opportunities to celebrate and connect with manufacturing talent in Lake County, Illinois.

10/12/2026

Congratulations to the Village of Fox Lake on the grand opening of The Residences at the Quarry! This development is about more than new housing — it’s about building a stronger future for Fox Lake and all of Lake County.

Housing is a critical part of economic development. To attract and retain businesses and talent, we need places where people can live, work and build their futures. Projects like The Quarry help strengthen our communities, support local economic vitality, and make Lake County an even more attractive place to invest.

Importantly, this 154-unit development highlights the power of collaboration. LCP worked with the Village and the developers to obtain an Enterprise Zone Designation, which helped offset construction costs, and made the project more financially viable. Kudos to Charles Hall Construction, LLC, Wool Finance Partners, Sterling Hall Capital, and the many community partners who helped bring this vision to life.

🔗 Learn more about the project here: https://hubs.li/Q04z###20

This business expansion will create jobs and expand the company's long-term investment in Lake County and Illinois.

10/08/2026

Lake County has no shortage of talent—and the Chicago Tribune story does a great job showing what that looks like in action.

One local resident leveraged the Job Center of Lake County IL to make a career change, moving from his family’s roofing business into community outreach work at the Hope Center in Lake Zurich. It's a great example of what happens when people have access to the right resources, training and connections to find a career that fits their skills, passion and purpose.

From skilled professionals to people building new careers, Lake County has a workforce ready to grow, contribute and help businesses succeed. Connecting that talent to opportunity is where our community shines. See how: https://hubs.li/Q04zw6LF0

More people are coming for help because legislation passed last year now requires people to work at least 80 hours a month to qualify for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.

10/07/2026

There’s a lot to celebrate in Chicagoland, including Chicago being named the Best Big City in the U.S. for the 10th consecutive year by Conde Nast.

This award reflects the success that we're seeing in the region and highlights our world-class attributes.... The neighborhoods. The lakefront. The architecture. The food. The arts and culture. The incredible businesses and institutions. And, of course, the people who make our community what it is.

It’s also a great reminder that when people come to Chicago, they experience so much more than a city. They experience the energy, diversity and character of the entire Chicagoland region. And we're so proud to be a part of it all.

https://hubs.li/Q04zvZk60

Conde Nast Traveler received nearly 800,000 votes for this year’s Readers’ Choice Awards, which cover everything from hotels and cruise lines to spas and airports.

10/06/2026

🚀 Another milestone for Lake County’s growing life sciences ecosystem.

Saros Therapeutics, based in Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science’s Helix 51 incubator, has received its second National Cancer Institute award—nearly $2 million over two years—to advance its cancer immunotherapy platform.

Saros' expansion in Lake County highlights the strong local ecosystem, which leverages academic research, federal investment, a deep bench of industry talent, and a spirit of entrepreneurship to drive innovative medical breakthroughs.

With the presence of major companies like AbbVie, Abbott, Baxter and Amgen, and a growing network of startups and research organizations, Lake County's reputation as one of the nation's top biotech hubs is well earned.

Learn more about Saros Therapeutics' win here: https://hubs.li/Q04zj8xn0

/PRNewswire/ -- Saros Therapeutics, a company in Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science's (RFU) Helix 51 biomedical incubator, has received its...

10/05/2026

🤝 Connect. Inspire. Make an Impact. Lake County professionals, this one is for you—a great opportunity to give back, build meaningful connections, and support the next generation of talent at Lake Forest College.

During this uniquely Forester experience, professionals will meet with students through a series of short networking conversations to:
🎓 Share career advice, job-search insights, and professional experiences
🎓 Discuss career interests and aspirations
🎓 Help students expand their professional networks
🎓 Connect with talented students who may be a great fit for future opportunities

Whether you’re an alum, employer, or a friend of the College, your experience and perspective can make a meaningful difference for a student, and you may even meet your organization’s next great hire.

📅 Thursday, October 22
⏰ 5:30–8:30 p.m. CT
📍 Lake Forest College
Register here by October 12th: https://hubs.li/Q04zdBR90

10/05/2026

🚢 Unlock the Dock 250: Government Symposium & Great Lakes Super Matchmaker

Join us October 27–28 at the Greenbelt Cultural Center in North Chicago for two days connecting manufacturers, construction firms, small businesses, government buyers, prime contractors, and resource partners.

Participants will have opportunities to:
• Meet government procurement representatives
• Connect with major prime contractors and industry partners
• Learn about current and upcoming purchasing needs
• Participate in supplier-readiness workshops
• Build relationships through networking and targeted matchmaking

Organizations expected to participate include GSA, SBA, NAVSEA, Defense Logistics Agency, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Air Force, IDOT, CTA, Metra, Cook County, Lake County, John Deere, Bechtel, Grainger, Verizon Federal, and others.

We are also pleased to welcome SomerCor as Premier Sponsor and DMG MORI as Platinum Sponsor.

📅 October 27–28, 2026
📍 Greenbelt Cultural Center | North Chicago, IL
🎟️ Register:
https://hubs.li/Q04zdhKR0

10/02/2026

From world-class attractions and festivals to vibrant communities, outdoor recreation, food, culture and unforgettable experiences, Illinois has something for every visitor. Perhaps more now, than ever before.

Illinois is welcoming record-breaking tourism growth, with 115 million visitors in 2025. Visitor spending grew 3.5% to $50.2 billion, surpassing the $50 billion mark for the first time in history. As a result of tourism, the total economic impact rose to $88 billion.

These numbers reinforce the power and pull of Illinois. It's a popular place that people want to visit, and it offers countless opportunities to make the most of life in the Middle of Everything: https://hubs.li/Q04z10_90