Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance

A public-private sector partnership dedicated to advancing economic development efforts in Springfield and Sangamon County in the State of Illinois.

[Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance @ThriveInSPI]

Attn: Entrepreneurs! A unique opportunity is available to become the café vendor in the new Springfield-Sangamon County Transportation Hub (The HUB).
📅 Info Session: June 25, Noon
📍 Innovate Springfield
📝 RFP Due: July 31 at 12 PM
Learn more: https://t.co/ioVQ9TkunZ

[Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance @ThriveInSPI]

The grand opening of SCHEELS Sports Park at Legacy Pointe marks a major win for sports tourism, economic growth, and our community’s future.

SSGA was proud to help champion this project.

Watch highlights from the ribbon-cutting ⬇️
https://t.co/4QLdNGAbsV

#ThriveInSPI

[Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance @ThriveInSPI]

SSGA was proud to champion the SCHEELS Sports Park at Legacy Pointe—bringing partners together to turn vision into reality.

Thank you to @GovPritzker for joining us to celebrate this milestone & recognize the impact this project will have on our community and state.
#ThriveInSPI

[Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance @ThriveInSPI]

Proud to be featured in the @ILTimes Women’s Business Showcase! 🙌

Supporting women & minority-owned businesses = stronger communities, more innovation, and lasting economic growth.

Read more 👇
https://t.co/zcDScpG9K8

#ThriveInSPI #EconomicGrowth

[Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance @ThriveInSPI]

Our next Business & Community Series Session is March 26th!
🗓️ Thurs. March 26th | 4–6 PM
📍CAP 1908 – 1100 S. Grand Avenue, Spfld
💡 Topic: Marketing on a Limited Budget
👉 Register: https://t.co/TToFVD1qiL

[Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance @ThriveInSPI]

Our next Business & Community Series Session is this Thursday!
Thursday, Feb. 26th | 4–6 PM
CAP 1908 – 1100 S. Grand Avenue, Spfld
Topic: Preparing to Approach Financial Institutions and Capital Providers
Register today at
https://t.co/Z4eUohScGG

[Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance @ThriveInSPI]

Proud to support & participate in the #MyHeartsDowntown initiative ❤️
Community-wide efforts like this support small businesses & strengthen downtown as a vibrant place to gather, explore, & belong. That momentum matters for economic development.
#ThriveInSPI #DowntownSpringfield

[Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance @ThriveInSPI]

Great turnout tonight for our Local & State Incentives for Businesses session! 👏

Thanks to Faith Ritchie Illinois DCEO and Amy Rasing & Julia Griffin City of Springfield Office of Planning & Economic Dev for sharing valuable insights with our business community.

#ThriveInSPI

[Expansion Solutions @ExpansionSolMag]

International Crane #Manufacturer Establishes U.S. #Headquarters in #Springfield #Illinois #IL
https://t.co/mMALQqbKT2 via @ExpansionSolMag
@DevSpringfield @ThriveInSPI @IllinoisDCEO @IMA_Today

[Illinois SBDC for Central Illinois @sbdcci]

SRO crowd at this morning's @ThriveInSPI SSGA Annual Meeting, celebrating $2.25 billion in regional economic growth opportunities since its creation--as well as the people who make it grow. #ThrivinSPI #MakingProgress

[Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance @ThriveInSPI]

It's a New Year and with it comes our next Business & Community Series Session! Make sure to REGISTER TODAY!
Thursday, Jan. 22nd | 4–6 PM
CAP 1908 – 1100 S. Grand Avenue, Spfld
Topic: Local and State Incentives for Business
Register today at https://t.co/8LEJbv2DSz

[Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance @ThriveInSPI]

Thank you to everyone who attended our Annual Membership Meeting today! We’re grateful for the continued support of our community as we work together to strengthen Springfield and Sangamon County. #ThriveInSPI

[Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance @ThriveInSPI]

SSGA reports $2.25B in community & economic development opportunities, driven by strong partnerships and major investments shaping our region’s future.
🔗 Read more: https://t.co/Ql54HqdQVu

#ThriveInSPI #EconomicDevelopment #SpringfieldIL

[Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance @ThriveInSPI]

International crane manufacturer REEL USA Corp is opening its first U.S. manufacturing facility right here—bringing new jobs and momentum to our local economy.

Another example of why our community continues to attract global investment.
https://t.co/vOCJz42DVM

[Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance @ThriveInSPI]

This Christmas season, we’re grateful for the people and partnerships that make Springfield and Sangamon County such a special place to call home.

From all of us at SSGA—Merry Christmas and warm wishes for the new year! ✨

[Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance @ThriveInSPI]

Grateful today and every day for the people who make Sangamon County such a vibrant place to live, work, and grow. 🍁

From all of us at SSGA—thank you for helping our community thrive.

Happy Thanksgiving! 🧡

[Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance @ThriveInSPI]

📣 Join us for the next session in our monthly business series!
🗓 Wednesday, Nov. 19th | 4–6 PM
📍 CAP 1908 – 1100 S. Grand Avenue, Spfld
💡 Topic: https://t.co/KDkqEeIQdG
✅ Free to attend
👉 Register today at https://t.co/3aU9JMCRoa

[Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance @ThriveInSPI]

💡 Get the facts about the proposed Sangamon County Data Center.

CyrusOne has published a helpful FAQ addressing project details, community impact, and common questions.

👉 Read here: https://t.co/z0TjoZ0SZc