Greg and Phil talk with Chris Setti, CEO of the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council, about Illinois' business climate, the challenges of competing with states that offer more favorable tax environments, and the incentives available to attract and retain businesses. He explains why business decisions go beyond taxes and highlights several state economic development initiatives, including the EDGE (Economic Development for a Growing Economy) and the AIM (Advancing Innovative Manufacturing) program. He also discusses the role of closing funds in helping secure major business investments, why these financial incentives matter, and how Illinois can continue strengthening its competitiveness while creating more opportunities for businesses and workers throughout Greater Peoria.

Greg and Phil talk with Chris Setti, CEO of the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council, about Illinois' business climate, the challenges of competing with states that offer more favorable tax environments, and the incentives available to attract and retain businesses. He explains why business decisions go beyond taxes and highlights several state economic development initiatives, including the EDGE (Economic Development for a Growing Economy) and the AIM (Advancing Innovative Manufacturing) program. He also discusses the role of closing funds in helping secure major business investments, why these financial incentives matter, and how Illinois can continue strengthening its competitiveness while creating more opportunities for businesses and workers throughout Greater Peoria.

A look at each week in Central Illinois and across the world from Peoria's breaking news station, 1470 and 100.3 WMBD!

A look at each week in Central Illinois and across the world from Peoria's breaking news station, 1470 and 100.3 WMBD!

The Week In Review Podcast

A look at some of the big stories that made an impact in central Illinois this week.

A look at some of the big stories that made an impact in central Illinois this week.