Cities in Illinois

Blue Door Neighborhood Centersm Locations Now Open in Pullman, Morgan Park and South Lawndale

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Monday, July 12, 2021
Community areas of Chicago, Lawndale, South Lawndale, Chicago, North Lawndale, Chicago, Cermak Road, Chicago, Geography of Illinois, Chicago Transit Authority, Cities in Illinois, West Side, Chicago

CHICAGO, July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) announced today that the Blue Door Neighborhood Center (BDNC) locations in Pullman, Morgan Park and South Lawndale are now open for in-person wellness classes and services.

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  • CHICAGO, July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) announced today that the Blue Door Neighborhood Center (BDNC) locations in Pullman, Morgan Park and South Lawndale are now open for in-person wellness classes and services.
  • Blue Door Neighborhood Centers offer no-cost programming focused on physical, mental and social health, and are open to everyoneboth BCBSIL members and non-members alike.
  • The Morgan Park location, at 11840 S. Marshfield Ave. began offering virtual services starting in August 2020 and the South Lawndale Center, at 2551 W. Cermak Road, started operating virtually in September 2020.
  • - 3 p.m.
    Pullman and Morgan Park events will feature:
    BDNC South Lawndale Block PartySaturday, September 18, 2021 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Old Second National Bank Named #1 Bank in Illinois by Customers for Second Straight Year

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Aurora, Illinois, Chicago metropolitan area, Geography of Illinois, Cities in Illinois

AURORA, Ill., June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Old Second National Bank repeated as number one among "Best Banks in Illinois 2021."

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  • AURORA, Ill., June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Old Second National Bank repeated as number one among "Best Banks in Illinois 2021."
  • In 2020, Old Second was also #1 and in 2019 among the top five.
  • "It's an honor to be recognized as 'Best Bank in Illinois' for the second straight year by Forbes and Statista," said James Eccher, president and CEO of Old Second.
  • The Company operates through its subsidiary, Old Second National Bank, with over 25 banking offices across seven counties in northern Illinois.

Grand Opening Held for RiverEdge Park Pedestrian Bridge, a New Landmark for Downtown Redevelopment in Aurora, Illinois

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Thursday, June 17, 2021
Architecture, Construction & Property, Consulting, Engineering, Professional services, Urban planning, Other Construction & Property, Manufacturing, T. Y. Lin International, Aurora, Illinois, Geography of Illinois, Chicago metropolitan area, Cities in Illinois

Lin International (TYLI), a globally recognized full-service infrastructure consulting firm, announces that TYLI joined city officials and residents on June 11, 2021, to mark the grand opening of the new RiverEdge Park Pedestrian Bridge over the Fox River in Aurora, Illinois.

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  • Lin International (TYLI), a globally recognized full-service infrastructure consulting firm, announces that TYLI joined city officials and residents on June 11, 2021, to mark the grand opening of the new RiverEdge Park Pedestrian Bridge over the Fox River in Aurora, Illinois.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210616006050/en/
    Entrance to the RiverEdge Park Pedestrian Bridge over the Fox River in Aurora, Illinois.
  • Lin Internationals innovative design for the RiverEdge Park Pedestrian Bridge successfully balances diverse user needs while providing an iconic, cost-effective landmark representing the citys bright future, said Dan Fitzwilliam, P.E., TYLI Senior Bridge Engineer.
  • The RiverEdge Park Pedestrian Bridge unites the new RiverEdge Park on the east side of the river with existing neighborhoods, redeveloped parks, and trails on the west side.

John Deere Commits $2.7 million to Assist India in Fight Against COVID-19

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021
John Deere, Moline, Illinois, Quad Cities, Deere, Manufacturing, Cities in Illinois

b'MOLINE, Ill., May 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --John Deere (NYSE: DE)announced today commitments of over $2.7 million (USD) to provide urgent medical resources and ongoing state support to assist India in its fight against COVID-19.\n"Our investment in communities in India where our employees, customers and business partners live and work is designed to help address the greatest needs in the ongoing fight against COVID-19," said John C. May, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer for Deere & Company.

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  • b'MOLINE, Ill., May 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --John Deere (NYSE: DE)announced today commitments of over $2.7 million (USD) to provide urgent medical resources and ongoing state support to assist India in its fight against COVID-19.\n"Our investment in communities in India where our employees, customers and business partners live and work is designed to help address the greatest needs in the ongoing fight against COVID-19," said John C. May, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer for Deere & Company.
  • "This investment is particularly meaningful for John Deere, which has had a presence in India for more than 20 years and is the ancestral home for thousands of employees around the world.
  • "\nJohn Deere India will work with United Way Mumbai to develop health care infrastructure as needed by state disaster management authorities overseeing COVID-19 response efforts.
  • At the same time, we are committed to invest in areas that can achieve long-term recovery and resilience against any future challenges we may face.

Infinity Members Approve Merger Between Infinity Credit Union and Deere Employees Credit Union

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Thursday, May 6, 2021
Banking, Professional services, John Deere, Moline, Illinois, Quad Cities, Cities in Illinois, Manufacturing, Deere, Infinity Credit Union, Deere Employees Credit Union, INFINITY CREDIT UNION, DEERE EMPLOYEES CREDIT UNION

b'Infinity Credit Union is proud to announce that members approved the merger with Deere Employees Credit Union of Moline, Illinois.

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  • b'Infinity Credit Union is proud to announce that members approved the merger with Deere Employees Credit Union of Moline, Illinois.
  • To accommodate the merger, Infinity has transitioned to a state-chartered credit union and removed \xe2\x80\x9cFederal\xe2\x80\x9d from its name.
  • To learn more about us, visit www.infinityfcu.com and follow us on social media @infinitycreditunion.\nDeere Employees Credit Union, headquartered in Moline, Illinois, serves Deere & Company\xe2\x80\x99s 60,000 world-wide employees and retirees and their families; contract employees for John Deere and employees of wholly owned subsidiaries or joint venture of John Deere; employees of John Deere Dealers and their families.
  • Offering financial products and services to more than 42,000 members, DECU operates 25 branches located inside John Deere facilities across the country.\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210506005726/en/\n'

Fast Company Names John Deere a Winner of its 2021 World Changing Ideas Awards

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Tuesday, May 4, 2021
John Deere, Moline, Illinois, Deere, Quad Cities, Manufacturing, Cities in Illinois

b'MOLINE, Ill., May 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --John Deere (NYSE: DE) believes farmers can make the world better.

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  • b'MOLINE, Ill., May 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --John Deere (NYSE: DE) believes farmers can make the world better.
  • Through its World Changing Ideas Awards, Fast Company honors innovative approaches like Rayuwa that reveal a deep commitment to tackling the world\'s greatest challenges.\n"There is no question our society and planet are facing deeply troubling times.
  • "When farm families have the opportunity for education, they become more productive, profitable and adaptable.
  • "They have changed the world, and we at John Deere are privileged to serve them.

Keller Williams ONEChicago Welcomes Cara Hults as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operations Officer

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021
Chicago, Keller, OneChicago, Chief financial officer, Cara, Lake View, Chicago, COO, Surnames, Cities in Illinois

CHICAGO, April 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Keller Williams ONEChicago, a leading residential and commercial real estate company in Chicagoland, announced that it has recently welcomed Cara Hults as its new Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operations Officer (CFO and COO).

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  • CHICAGO, April 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Keller Williams ONEChicago, a leading residential and commercial real estate company in Chicagoland, announced that it has recently welcomed Cara Hults as its new Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operations Officer (CFO and COO).
  • "We are ecstatic to have Cara on our team," says Joe Zimmerman, Chief Growth Officer.
  • "Cara has an impressive track record in finance and operations and has shown a genuine eagerness to contribute to the Keller Williams mission.
  • In her new role, Hults will oversee accounting across Keller Williams ONEChicago's offices in Lakeview, Lincoln Park, and O'Hare.

John Deere Foundation to invest $200 million over next 10 years

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Wednesday, March 31, 2021
John Deere, Manufacturing, Moline, Illinois, Quad Cities, Cities in Illinois, Deere, William Alexander Hewitt

MOLINE, Ill., March 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The John Deere Foundation announced today it willinvest $200 million over the next 10 yearsin initiatives that will bring to life John Deere's higher purpose: We run so life can leap forward.

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  • MOLINE, Ill., March 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The John Deere Foundation announced today it willinvest $200 million over the next 10 yearsin initiatives that will bring to life John Deere's higher purpose: We run so life can leap forward.
  • Since its founding in 1948, the Foundation has awarded over $340 million in grants.
  • "The urgency of running today with the vision of a better tomorrow is John Deere at our core," said John May, Chairman and CEO of Deere & Company and Chairman of the John Deere Foundation.
  • The Foundation's 10-year commitment aligns to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and the Foundation will track and report investments against relevant targets and indicators, said Nate Clark, President of the John Deere Foundation.

Plurilock to Acquire Aurora Systems Consulting Inc.

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Monday, March 29, 2021
Aurora, Reverse takeover, Geography of Illinois, Chicago metropolitan area, Cities in Illinois

Aurora is a leading U.S.-based cybersecurity solutions provider with over 140 clients and revenue of US$28.11 million (CAD$35.82 million) in 2020

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  • Aurora marks the first acquisition by Plurilock since completing its reverse takeover transaction in September 2020 when it began trading on the TSX Venture Exchange ("TSXV").
  • Aurora will gain access to the Company's cutting-edge AI platform, resulting in a high-level of cross pollination between Plurilock's and Aurora's technology offerings.
  • "We are pleased to join Plurilock in delivering cybersecurity offerings to North American organizations across key industry verticals," said Philip de Souza, Founder and President of Aurora.
  • The Company entered into the Definitive Agreement with Plurilock Security Corp., the Company's wholly-owned U.S. subsidiary, Aurora and the shareholder of Aurora (the "Seller"), whereby Plurilock Security Corp. will acquire all of the outstanding securities of Aurora.

DEMDACO Announces CEO David Kiersznowski's Retirement After 25 Years with the Company

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Thursday, February 18, 2021
Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University, Kellogg, Cities in Illinois, Chicago metropolitan area, Illinois

Lance Hart, who has been President of the company since 2009, will continue to operate the organization on a day-to-day basis.

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  • Lance Hart, who has been President of the company since 2009, will continue to operate the organization on a day-to-day basis.
  • I know it will be a positive move for the company; it's something both Demi and I are excited about."
  • She joined the company after receiving her MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and was CEO of the company from 1996 1999.
  • When asked about the upcoming transition, Ms. Lloyd stated, "DEMDACO is in great shape, thanks to Dave and the leadership team.