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Bo Kemp Talks About The ACHIEVE Summit 2025 on WGN Radio
Bo Kemp Talks Achieve Summit 2025 on WGN Radio
SDA Helps Lansing-Based ‘Lab Girls’ Make Getting Into the Healthcare Field Much Easier
SDA Helps Lansing-Based ‘Lab Girls’ Make Getting Into the Healthcare Field
IMA Provides Clarity Amidst Volatile Policy Landscape at SDA’s Metals Hub Event
IMA Provides Clarity Amidst Volatile Policy Landscape at SDA’s Metals Hub Event
South Suburban Land Bank Featured for Park Forest Pilot Rehab Project
South Suburban Land Bank Featured for Park Forest Pilot Rehab Project
Global Business Icon Daymond John Set to Headline ACHIEVE Summit 2025 as Keynote Speaker
ACHIEVE Summit presented by SDA keynote by Daymond John
Ability Engineering Takes ‘A Quantum Leap’ Forward with SDA Support
Ability Engineering Takes ‘A Quantum Leap’ Forward with SDA Support
White Lily's Caviar Boutique Spa Shines on WGN's "Around Town"
White Lily's Caviar Boutique Spa Shines on WGN's "Around Town"—A Proud BGS Success Story!
Southland Development Authority Announces Felicia D. Hardy as New President
Southland Development Authority Announces Felicia D. Hardy as New President
Southland Development Authority Hosts 2025 Investment Outlook For Chicagoland
Southland Development Authority Hosts 2025 Investment Outlook For Chicagoland
Get Ahead of 2025: Essential Tax Prep Tips for Small Business Owners
Tax Season 2025 For Business Owners
Southland Development Authority (SDA) Sparks Growth with Hazel Crest Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Plan
Something exciting is taking shape in Hazel Crest's historic downtown, and it's setting the stage for long-term growth and creativity.
Commentary: How the South Suburban Tax Base Could See an Increase
Discover how Southland Development Authority is supporting affordable housing through the renovation of homes in Chicago’s South Suburbs. Explore opportunities for homeownership, community revitalization, and residential growth that are transforming the region.
Celebrating Leadership in 2024: SDA Leaders Recognized by Crain’s Chicago Business
Southland Development Authority celebrates leaders recognized by Crain’s Chicago Business for their impactful contributions to Chicago’s South Suburbs. Discover how their innovation and collaboration are driving community transformation.
Commentary: Chicago's Southland Lays the Ground for Population Regrowth
Chicago’s Southland is taking proactive steps to foster population regrowth through innovative strategies and community-driven initiatives.
Manufacturing in Chicago’s South Suburbs Sees American Robotic Surge
Manufacturing in Chicago’s South Suburbs is booming with the rise of American robotics, transforming industries and boosting efficiency.
Residents of Chicago’s South Suburbs Deal with Crushing Tax Increases
South Suburban residents face challenges as rising taxes put pressure on communities and businesses alike.
SDA Featured on the Econ Dev Show Podcast
Southland Development Authority shares insights on economic development strategies during their feature on the Econ Dev Show Podcast.
October Edition: Coffee Connections at Bean 'n Breek
On October 23rd the Southland Development Authority hosted a networking opportunity for business owners to connect while enjoying a cup of coffee.
The October Coffee Connections event at Bean 'n Breek brought together South Suburban businesses and community leaders for networking.
Southland Development Authority (SDA) helps White Lily’s & Caviar Win Game-Changing $100,000 in iHeartRadio Ad-Spend
On its one-year anniversary, Renee’s vision is making waves—and soon to be radio waves—across the Southland thanks to assistance from the Southland Development Authority (SDA).
SDA supported White Lily’s & Caviar in securing a $100,000 iHeartRadio ad-spend to elevate their brand and community impact.