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With years of experience serving expanding business and industry, the staff of the North Central Illinois Economic Development Corporation (NCI) is here to confidentially and professionally assist you with your site selection and economic development needs.

Address: 815 North Orlando Smith Road - IVCC Suite E-309 - Oglesby, IL  61348 

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Biography of Gina Czubachowski,  MBA
Gina Czubachowski, Executive Director of EDCNCI, has been involved in economic development since 2011. Prior to starting with EDC-NCI, she worked as a Business Advisor for the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Illinois Valley Community College. During her time there, she worked closely with Illinois DCEO on various marketing and technology committees to further advance the Illinois SBDC. Recently, she served as President of Ottawa Network of Young eXecs (ONYX) and has been active ONYX member since 2011 by serving as Secretary on the Board Of Directors, as well as Membership Chairperson and Scholarship Chairperson. She earned her Associate Degree at Illinois Valley Community College and then went on to earn her Bachelor of Finance and Master of Business Administration at Illinois State University. While at Illinois State University, she served as President of Financial Management Association (FMA) and Master of Business Administration Association (MBAA).  In 2016, she joined the EDCNCI as the administrative manager and she also attended the Illinois BASIC Economic Development Course in Naperville, Illinois. In 2021, She graduated from the Economic Development Institute at Oklahoma University and then was promoted as Executive Director for the EDCNCI. She is a native and returned to North Central Illinois after graduate school. 

 Parker Manning

Director of Business Development
815-224-0647
parker@edcnci.org

Biography of Parker Manning

Parker S. Manning is the Director of Business Development at the Economic Development Corporation of North Central Illinois. A recent graduate of Purdue University Northwest, Parker holds a Bachelor of Science in Business with a double major in Business Analytics and Information and Accounting, complemented by a minor in Economics. With a strong foundation in data analysis and business strategy, Parker leverages his expertise in analytics to drive economic growth in the region. His role involves collaborating with local businesses, government agencies, and stakeholders to attract and retain businesses, as well as conducting market research to identify development opportunities. During his academic career, Parker distinguished himself as a Research Assistant, analyzing economic trends such as minimum wage impacts and rising college costs. His leadership skills were honed as Data Analytics Manager for the PNW Information Analytics Club and through participation in the Purdue Northwest Leadership Institute. Recognized for his academic excellence with multiple honors, including the Outstanding Economics Student award, Parker brings a unique blend of analytical prowess to his role in fostering economic development in North Central Illinois.