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Affiliates
A division of The Times Mirror Company, is an exciting combination of three of the world’s best-known training and consulting organizations: Kaset International, Learning International and Zenger Miller.
American Management Association AMA is a global not-for-profit, membership-based association that provides a full range of management development and educational services to individuals, companies and government agencies worldwide, including 486 of the Fortune 500 companies.
American Society of Training & Development ASTD is part of the worldwide community of workplace learning and performance professionals. Members have 24/7/365 access to thousands of career-enhancing training and human performance resources, numerous national, local and online opportunities to connect with colleagues, and a vast selection of discounted conferences, products, and services to choose from for professional inspiration and knowledge.
Amazing Arcola’s countryside is the home to Illinois’ largest Old Order Amish settlement. The rural area is lined with Amish homes, businesses, and schools, plus horse drawn buggies and Rockome Gardens Theme Park.
Business Objects is the world’s leading provider of business intelligence (BI) solutions. With more than 18,000 customers in 80 countries worldwide, Business Objects helps customers track, understand, and manage enterprise performance so they can: Improve operational efficiency, Strengthen profitable relationships with customers, partners, and suppliers, Enhance and differentiate their products and services.
C.D.L. Training Services and Consulting, Inc. With over eighty years of experience in the trucking industry, CDL's organizational mission is to provide high quality training programs to qualified individuals, corporations, community and technical colleges, which will enable individuals the capability of obtaining a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License, thus preparing them for an entry level position as a qualified driver in the trucking industry.
Central Illinois Human Resources Group CiHRG is a local chapter (#246) of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Since 1948, this Society has developed and provided programs and services to improve the professional knowledge of human resource professionals.
Champaign County Chamber of Commerce The Champaign County Chamber of Commerce is an association of over 1,100 area businesses, representing over 60,000 employees, who have joined together to advance the general welfare and prosperity of Champaign County.
The Urban League of Champaign County was founded in 1961 to assist African-Americans in the achievement of social and economic equality through advocacy, bridge building, program services and research.
Community Collaboration for Economic Development CCED is a public/private coalition formed to create an ongoing economic development project to increase the number of businesses within the low-income and minority population of Champaign County. Chamber strengthens and promotes the common interests of its members through informational, educational, and social activities.
S.J. Grant and Associates, Inc. is licensed to offer Dale Carnegie Training in leadership, sales, interpersonal, and communication skills designed to enhance the growth, productivity, and effectiveness of individuals and organizations in Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri. We engage people in a behavioral change process that generates lasting results for themselves and their organizations and allows them to make a greater contribution to their community and to society as a whole.
Gatlin Education Services: online career training courses GES is the world’s largest provider of Asynchronous web-based training to colleges and universities. GES standardizes online methodology, including system administration and evaluation with our custom written, browser-based courseware. The GES courses are self-paced, expertly instructed, and deliver the e-learning experiences that equip students with the skills that are in high demand today.
Gibson City Chamber of Commerce The Gibson Area Chamber of Commerce is a voluntary business and community organization working to advance the economic and civic interests of the Gibson City area. The Chamber strengthens and promotes the common interests of its members through informational, educational, and social activities.
Illinois Association of Realtors The Illinois Association of REALTORS is the leading private property advocate in Illinois and the recognized voice for real estate throughout the state. IAR is an advocate for a healthy business environment and a resource for its members to deliver ethical and professional services to the public and to one another. The Illinois Association of REALTORS is one of the largest trade associations in the State of Illinois. The IAR was founded in 1916 and represents 55,000 REALTORS statewide who are involved in virtually all aspects related to the sale, purchase, exchange or lease of real property in Illinois.
Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation The mission of the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation is to protect and educate the public and promote confidence in the regulated industries through administration of statutory responsibilities in an efficient, professional, responsive, and innovative manner. The agency is comprised of the Office of the Commissioner and four bureaus.
Illinois State University - Extended University
The Extended University at ISU is a Gateway to the University's Facilities, Resources and Expertise. The Extended University at Illinois State University works with campus, community, education, and business partners to improve regional quality of life. The Extended University helps coordinate a wide range of community outreach, public service, and continuing education activities and is always interested in new opportunities and ideas.
The Illini-Entrepreneurship Center Network The mission of the Illini-ECN is to work with Network partners on catalyzing high-growth potential SMEs and developing them into fundable investment opportunities for venture capital (private equity) funds supported through the proposed Illinois Opportunity Fund and other sources of early stage capital.
Illinois Workforce Investment Board The Illinois Workforce Investment Board (IWIB) functions as the State advisory board pertaining to workforce preparation policy. The IWIB ensures that Illinois’ workforce preparation services and programs are coordinated and integrated; and measures and evaluates the overall performance and results of these programs.
LERN is an international association of lifelong learning programming, offering information and resources to providers of lifelong learning programs. If you or your organization is engaged in providing any kind of lifelong learning program, LERN can provide you with practical, how-to information not available anywhere else.
Mahomet is a village of about 4,900 people. Home to Lake of the Woods County Park, it offers visitors a vast array of activities including a 18 hole golf course, swimming, fishing, boating, hiking, running, picnicking, cross-country skiing, and sledding.
Monticello Chamber of Commerce Located on a major interstate highway, and twenty miles from a major three way interstate crossroad, Monticello is a natural for manufacturing. Although there are several thriving industries in Monticello, the foundation of Piatt County’s economy is agribusiness.
NAIFA National Association of Independent Fee Appraisers NAIFA is all about being in a professional family of appraisers from its candidate members up through the ranks to our national officers. From this website you can find out who we are and how to contact our national staff.
The National Safety Council is a membership organization with resources on safety, health and environmental topics, training, products, publications, news, and more.
The 4,700 residents of Paxton, Illinois welcome you! We want you to know why Paxton, Illinois is a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
Rantoul Area Chamber of Commerce The Rantoul Area Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to promoting economic and industrial development and to enhancing the professional, cultural and civic environment in the community.
Small Business Development Center The SBDC offers assistance in developing, writing and implementing business plans; preparing and implementing budgets and operating projections; preparing loan applications/SBA documents; locating and acquiring facilities and equipment; evaluating legal entities and business acquisitions, loan sourcing; business counseling for existing and start-up businesses and group training sessions for business owners and entrepreneurs.
SCORE Service Corps of Retired Executives The SCORE Association is a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration. SCORE is dedicated to aiding in the formation, growth, and success of small business nationwide. Through in-depth counseling and training, SCORE volunteers help prospective and established small business owners and managers identify problems, determine the causes, and find solutions.
Tuscola’s location affords a unique opportunity to combine peaceful midwest Illinois relaxation with a variety of interesting activities. Incredible shopping choices range from an upscale factory outlet mall to specialty shops. Recreation includes challenging golf, water sports and organized team events.
Tuscola Economic Development, Inc. TEDI promotes economic development in several ways and provides services in disseminating accurate information and helping apply for state and local incentives aid in reducing the time it takes for firms to begin operating. Marketing initiatives promote Tuscola as a viable community product. |
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