Doors open at 7:30AM; Program Concludes at 9:45AM
Since 2015, the City of Edwardsville has invited members of the business community, area organizations and other stakeholders to join City officials, staff and guest speakers for breakfast and some food for thought. The Business Forecast Breakfast is an opportunity to reflect on the accomplishments and challenges of the past year, while also considering what lies ahead for the City in terms of growth and economic development.
Morris University Center Conference Center at SIUE
60 Hairpin Drive
Edwardsville, IL 62026
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(phone: 618-692-7531)
The focus of this year's program is greenspace and growth as it relates to the Edwardsville Enhancement Plan. Mayor Art Risavy will share insights from 2025 and looked ahead to 2026 and beyond.
The keynote speaker will be Dr. James T. Minor, chancellor of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Chancellor Minor will share updates about the state of SIUE's campus, the new health sciences building, university park, future developments and opportunities.
The program will conclude with awards for the 2025 Large Business of the Year, 2025 Small Business of the Year and 2025 Nonprofit of the Year.