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Technologist in Residence pilot program pairs companies with national labs to advance clean energy

Posted on January 15, 2016 | by brent

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently selected representatives from Argonne National Laboratory for three of seven spots in its new Technologist in Residence pilot program, created to increase collaboration between the national laboratories and private-sector companies. Continue reading →

Positive Outlook for 2016: Business Leaders Expect U.S. Economy to Continue to Improve

Posted on January 15, 2016 | by brent

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — BMO Harris Bank released a study today that found business owners and executives in the United States are looking ahead to 2016 with high expectations for the U.S. economy. Positive sentiment increased considerably compared to the results of the same survey last year. Continue reading →

Calamos Investment Team Releases January 2016 Economic Outlook

Posted on January 15, 2016 | by brent

The paper explains why the team expects bifurcation and volatility to remain dominant themes in 2016, making positioning especially important. Topics covered in the piece include the firm’s perspectives on: U.S. equities, emerging markets, Europe and Japan, convertible securities, high yield opportunities, and alternative strategies. Calamos invites you to read the entire Economic Outlook at www.calamos.com/outlook. Continue reading →

Industrial Market’s Outstanding 2015 Results

Posted on January 12, 2016 | by brent

Fourth quarter positive net absorption totaled 2.3 million SF, driving the annual absorption total to an impressive 22.3 million SF. The fourth quarter vacancy rate decreased to 7.24%, down 70 basis points from the vacancy rate of 7.95% measured one year ago. Continue reading →

NAI Hiffman Office Market Peek: 4th Quarter, 2015

Posted on January 12, 2016 | by brent

The Chicago suburban office market totaled 186,000 SF of net absorption during the quarter, improving the 2015 total to 877,000 SF. The vacancy rate declined to 17.74%, an 80 basis point improvement from the vacancy rate of 18.56% recorded one year ago. Continue reading →

InBIA Spotlight: Rev3 Innovation Center

Posted on January 6, 2016 | by brent

InBIA, The International Business Innovation Association, members around the world have helped launch countless companies that have had lasting impacts on their communities, their industries and their customers. Learn more about InBIA members, and the programs and services offered to help entrepreneurs succeed. Continue reading →

Rev3 Celebrates Another Year of Success

Posted on January 6, 2016 | by brent

By Richard R. Klicki, Director of Content Development, Daily Herald The past year has been quite a busy one on the suburban technology scene. Over the past 25 issues, I’ve highlighted new products, innovations and homegrown trends in the ‘burbs, proving once again that innovation isn’t exclusive to River North. There were so many great local tech stories in 2015. So as we bid adieu to the year, here’s a look back at some of the more unique ones. Continue reading →

Shorr Packaging Acquires Mack Paper, Expanding Resources for Customers

Posted on December 31, 2015 | by brent

Shorr Packaging Corp., with corporate headquarters in Aurora, and national locations and distribution centers nationwide, announced today the acquisition of Mack Paper Co., a packaging supply company in Rockford, IL, effective November 30, 2015. Continue reading →

JBS Commercial Real Estate Announces the Long-Term Lease of Hyundai at Two Trans Am Plaza in Oakbrook

Posted on December 28, 2015 | by brent

JBS Commercial Real Estate is pleased to announce that local ownership group, American Landmark Properties has completed a long term lease with Hyundai Motor America at Two Trans Am Plaza located at 2 TransAm Plaza Drive, Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. Continue reading →

Third Quarter 2015 Economic Indicators

Posted on December 15, 2015 | by brent

Here is the economic indicators report for the third quarter of 2015. Continue reading →