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The Illinois Beef Association (IBA) is a service based non-profit organization that strives to be the foundation of a profitable and sustainable beef industry. The Illinois Beef Association in its current form was created in 1995 following a merger of the Illinois Beef Association (formed in 1985) with the Illinois Beef Council and the Illinois CattleWomen. The association's Policy Division works to advance members economic and legislative interests while the IBA Checkoff Division is the Qualified State Beef Council of Illinois administering the state and national beef checkoffs.

Expanding to over 18+ locations in the Midwest, Illinois Brick Co. (IBC) is one of the largest brick, stone, tile, landscape and overall masonry supply companies in the United States. With over 70 years of operational excellence and a family approach to service, IBC's building blocks of success are quality material, superior service, and timely delivery.

Business Council was created in 1973 as an organization dedicated to serving The Gies College of Business. Today, Business Council remains a large organization made up of undergraduate students from all majors and diverse backgrounds with an interest in business. Business Council helps its members achieve their goals and build a lifetime network of some of the most accomplished, driven students on the University of Illinois campus. This is accomplished through events planned and executed by our Leadership Team and centered around our three fundamental organizational pillars: Professional, Service, and Social.

Illinois CancerCare is one of the largest private oncology and hematology practices in Illinois and in the entire nation. We were among the first ever to bring physicians, nurses and state-of-the-art cancer treatments to patients right in their hometown communities. We currently have 14 clinics, so almost every resident of central and western Illinois who needs it can receive the very best care and latest treatments within an hour from his or her home, eliminating the burden of long travel and unfamiliar surroundings during a difficult time. Our focus is providing state-of-the-art treatments for our patients in the fight against cancer and blood diseases, while staying on the leading edge of breakthrough research and medicines. Illinois CancerCare is one of the largest employers in the Peoria area - with a compassionate and talented team of 500+ healthcare and administrative professionals.

ICC was founded in Illinois in 1950 to provide insurance products and aggressive claims defense exclusively for the food and beverage industry. Today, we are an admitted carrier in twelve states: Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah, and Wisconsin. ICC’s Senior Management team has built on the fundamentals of our early successes and qualities to retain the original vision and ethics of our founders. Our industry expertise and leadership is needed beyond our current geographic boundaries, therefore new opportunities for career growth will develop. ICC is looking for highly skilled individuals to join our growing team. If you are interested in exploring career opportunities with ICC, please contact an ICC Human Resources representative today at hr@ilcasco.com or visit our website at www.ilcasco.com.

The Illinois Center for Autism (ICA) is a not-for-profit, community-based, mental health treatment, and educational agency dedicated to serving people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Referrals are made through local school districts, hospitals, doctors, and the Department of Human Services. Our goal is to educate and serve children and adults with autism to help them achieve their highest level of independence in their home, school and community. We offer a variety of programs designed to help individuals from 3 years old to adulthood. If you have questions or are in need of resources, we would love to speak with you.

Illinois Central College (ICC) is a community college located in the greater Peoria area. The college opened its doors 1967 to more than 2,000 students. Today the college annually serves more than 13,000 students and offers more than 1,500 classes per semester. As an open access college, ICC welcomes any student who is willing to learn. ICC's mission is: "Through learning, minds change. We believe by changing minds, we can change the world."​ ICC offers 55 programs of study leading to an Associate in Arts or Science degree; 52 programs of study leading to an Associate Degree in Applied Science; and 61 programs leading to occupational certificates. The average class size is 16. Tuition for the academic year 2018-2019 is $150 per credit hour. ICC offers a wide variety of continuing education and specialized training through its Professional Development Institute (PDI). ICC also offers recreational classes and a special summer session for young people called "College for Kids."​ The Performing Arts Center provides a wide variety of student and guest musical, theatrical and other performances. ICC fields nine athletic teams. ICC serves 10 central Illinois counties, with most students residing in Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties. The community college district (514) covers 2,322 square miles. ICC's Core Values, as developed by its employees, are: Learning, Community, Integrity, Responsibility, and Excellence. Illinois Central College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of College and Schools. It is the policy of this college that no person, on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran's status shall be discriminated against in employment, in educational programs and activities, or in admissions. For more information about ICC, contact info@icc.edu or call (309) 694-5-ICC.

The Iowa Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ICADV) ICADV is the leading voice to end intimate partner violence in Iowa. Through our network of 22 statewide victim service programs, we provide comprehensive services to anyone who has been a victim of a violent crime – before, during and after. This includes but is not limited to: • Academic scholarship opportunities • Advocacy training and consultation/technical assistance to member programs, community and statewide partners • Coordination of statewide multi-disciplinary efforts to respond to victims • Direct support and personal advocacy to survivors of intimate partner violence • Emergency shelter • Financial empowerment courses • Identifying and developing services to respond to underserved communities • Legal assistance Policy and advocacy change at the local, state and national level Our agency recognizes that in addition to physical, psychological, emotional, financial and sexual abuse, survivors are impacted by the actions and attitudes of individuals and systems who perpetuate racism, sexism, xenophobia and homophobia. That is why we take a survivor-centered approach to victim services and believe community-based agencies and interventions, healthcare, educational and government systems should work together, centering the voices and experiences of those most vulnerable in our communities to enhance safety for survivors and their families. When that happens, everyone has the ability to reach their full potential, thrive and live a life free from violence ... to the Last Girl.

With a remarkable academic program, extracurricular opportunities and outstanding facilities, Illinois College represents one of the best values in higher education today. For over 180 years, Illinois College has prepared young men and women for lives of leadership and service. Under the leadership of President Barbara A. Farley, Illinois College is building an international reputation for inspiring achievement and empowering students to make a difference in the world. Our abiding commitment is to provide students with a high-quality liberal arts education that prepares them exceptionally well for the complex world they will face after graduation. In short, Illinois College students Graduate READY for personal and professional success.

The Illinois College of Optometry (ICO) provides excellence in optometric clinical education and is one of the world’s leading urban optometric institutions. Since its founding in 1872 by Dr. Henry Olin, ICO has offered aspiring optometrists the education and experience needed to meet the challenges of a changing health care environment and become leaders who will advocate for patients and the profession alike. Located in Chicago, ICO has a long and distinguished legacy as the oldest continually operating educational facility in the world dedicated solely to the teaching of optometrists. For more information about the Illinois College of Optometry, visit www.ico.edu.