Donors & Supporters

The Greater Freeport Partnership could not do the work we do reinforcing and promoting Freeport and Stephenson County without the support of many organizations, businesses and individuals. That support comes in many styles and levels. Thank you to all our private partners who support our work. In this part of our website, we want to recognize those whose backing make what we do possible.

Partnership Level Members

Some companies and organizations voluntarily provide additional support above and beyond normal membership levels. They do so to invest in the Greater Freeport Partnership’s work in workforce development, economic development, business services, tourism, downtown development and more.

Find a complete list of our members in our membership directory.

Volunteers

From organizing committees to workers at events, volunteers provide the brain and muscle power to make our events a success. From our volunteer board of directors to the Partnership Ambassadors to the set-up and clean-up crews at our events, volunteers are essential to what we do. To join a Partnership committee, please contact 815-233-1350.

Marketing Committee

Mike Marten, Chair
Josh Elliott
Lance Ferguson
Josh King-Slowinski
Devin Mielke
Carolyn Mitchell
Kevyn Sutter

DEIB Advisory Committee

Josh Elliott
Lance Ferguson
Julie Hartman-Linck
Greta Herrell
Michael Johnson
Josh King-Slowinski
Kim McIver
Pat Norman
Sofia Santiago

Design & Placemaking

Rhonda Becker
Bruce Cubberley
Wayne Duckman
Brandon Harmon
Devin Mielke
Aubra Palermo
Cal Wescott
Erik Zuberbuhler

Downtown Promotions

Sarah Brennan
Tim Connors
Jaime Elliott
Brandon Harmon
Mark Mannino
Ginger Mercier
Devin Mielke
Aubra Palermo
Angie Spachman
Cal Wescott

Event Sponsors

Some companies and organizations voluntarily provide additional support above and beyond normal membership levels. They do so to invest in the Greater The Greater Freeport Partnership would like to thank our event sponsors who help cover costs to make more affordable events and activities for attendees. If you are interested in helping to bring one of these events to our residents and visitors, contact kgentz@greaterfreeport.com.

Key Industries

Healthcare

Construction, Plumbing, Heating, & Service

Private Label Food Manufacturing

Stephenson County Major Employers

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Economic Development Week May 7, 2024 Economic Development, Freeport, greater freeport partnership, Stephenson County May 6-10 is Economic Development Week. The Greater Freeport Partnership is proud to announce its participation in the 2024 Economic Development Week, a global initiative led by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The IEDC created Economic Development Week in 2016 to recognize the work that economic development organizations and professionals do in their communities. “As the local and regional […]

A Guide to Local Shopping for Mother’s Day May 1, 2024 As Mother’s Day approaches, it’s time to show our appreciation for the incredible women who have shaped our lives. This year, why not make the day truly special by embracing the charm of local shopping? Supporting local businesses not only adds a personal touch to your gifts but also contributes to the vibrancy and uniqueness of your community. One delightful […]

Oh, the Places We’ll Go April 30, 2024 Dr. Suess, freeport il, greater freeport partnership, Stephenson County It is the season of graduations and with it comes an air of pride, not just for parents and students, but for our community, as well. But while graduations celebrate the end of high school or college education, the term commencement is actually preparing for the start of something new! The Greater Freeport Partnership is experiencing its own commencement. After […]

MVP: Membership Value Proposition April 23, 2024 Freeport, greater freeport partnership, olivo taco, Stephenson County When you decide to become a member or investor of the Greater Freeport Partnership, we understand that a value calculation is made. Is the cost of membership equal to or less than the value you get from being a member and supporting the work that we do at the Partnership? Because we understand that, we work hard to provide value […]