ACCESS TO CAPITAL FOR BUSINESSES AND DEVELOPERS WEBINAR

As Municipal staff, you play a critical role in supporting economic development within your community. Join us for this insightful webinar designed to equip you with the knowledge to better advise developers and business owners about two impactful financing tools: Advantage Illinois Loan Participation Program and Tax Increment Funding (TIF)-Backed Bonds and Notes, a proven method for funding infrastructure and development projects in communities across the state.

 Webinar Details:

• Date: Friday, March 7th, 2025
• Time: 10:00 AM– 11:00 AM (CST)
• Where: Online
• Cost: Free for ITIA Member Communities | $50 for non-members

 What You’ll Learn:

• Advantage Illinois Overview: Understand how this program works, who qualifies, and the benefits it offers to businesses and financial institutions. Presented by Robert Owens, Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.
• TIF-Backed Bonds & Notes Explained: Learn the fundamentals of TIF financing, and how developers can utilize these sources to bring community-based projects. Presented by Brent Sprunger, D.A. Davidson & Co.
• Eligibility and Application Process: Navigate the requirements and steps for accessing these funding sources.

• Case Studies and Success Stories: Gain insights from real-world examples of businesses and developers who have leveraged these programs to achieve their goals.