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Life Multiplied Life Multiplied is a regional economic development strategy to retain and attract workforce.

BN Advantage is a strategy to advance the region's vitality and foster growth by building on McLean County's reputation as an employment and lifestyle destination. We are working to consistently and successfully deliver the social and economic environment needed to compete in the global economy. Six county-wide organizations have partnered to create this Advantage:

Bloomington-Normal Economic Dev

elopment Council
McLean County Chamber of Commerce
McLean County Regional Planning Commission
Bloomington-Normal Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
Bloomington-Normal Airport Authority
Connect Transit

Volunteers representing more than 35 public and private organizations, businesses, and institutions collaborate on multiple task forces focused on:

Talent and Workforce
Entrepreneurship
Quality of Life/Place
Community Brand Development
Progress Measurement

BN Advantage is our next great community initiative. These efforts are first of their kind in collaboration and participation. Bloomington-Normal is poised for growth, and the time to act is now.

Our Beyond the Rink series has officially kicked off with the Bloomington Bison! 🦬🏒All season long, we’re getting to kno...
10/15/2025

Our Beyond the Rink series has officially kicked off with the Bloomington Bison! 🦬🏒
All season long, we’re getting to know the players and asking them why they think Bloomington-Normal is a great place to live, work, and play! =

Students, interns, and career changers, meet local employers face-to-face! =
10/14/2025

Students, interns, and career changers, meet local employers face-to-face! =

Looking for your next career move? The 2025 Fall Job Fair is your chance to meet local employers face-to-face. Whether you are a student, intern, or considering a career change, there’s an opportunity for you.

On this episode of The Life Multiplied Podcast, we sit down with Lizzie Kalafut, the new owner of Grove Street Bakery 🍩🍪...
09/16/2025

On this episode of The Life Multiplied Podcast, we sit down with Lizzie Kalafut, the new owner of Grove Street Bakery 🍩🍪

Get to know Lizzie as she shares her journey to becoming a bakery owner, what inspired her to take the leap, and the sweet plans she has in store for Grove Street Bakery's future. =

We hope you enjoy it!

SummaryOn this episode of The Life Multiplied Podcast, we sit down with Lizzie, the new owner of Grove Street Bakery. 🥐🍞Get to know Lizzie as she shares he...

09/10/2025

Big news: This fall, we welcomed the largest incoming class at IWU since 2010! 💚 Read more about our newest cohort of Titans here: https://bit.ly/3V8FZcE

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09/09/2025

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Discover why Bloomington, IL ranks as a best place to live in the U.S., with cost of living, employment, things to do and more.

Want to be a guest on the Life Multiplied Podcast?We’re a community podcast all about Bloomington-Normal, and we’d love ...
08/20/2025

Want to be a guest on the Life Multiplied Podcast?

We’re a community podcast all about Bloomington-Normal, and we’d love to feature YOU!

Interested? Send us a message!

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07/31/2025

On this episode of the Life Multiplied podcast, Courtney chats with Allison Ross, a Senior Marketing Specialist at Fairlawn Real Estate. They talk community growth, local events, and how marketing brings it all together. Plus, Allison shares her favorite local spots and tips for getting connected in the community! =

We hope you enjoy it!

This is such a fun community event happening this weekend in Uptown Normal!🎧🎼 =
07/18/2025

This is such a fun community event happening this weekend in Uptown Normal!🎧🎼 =

Browse our McLean County job board at bnworks.org. =
07/01/2025

Browse our McLean County job board at bnworks.org. =

A look into my camera role on places I’ve currently been to this month in blono! = - Tailgate N' Tallboys Bloomington...
06/23/2025

A look into my camera role on places I’ve currently been to this month in blono! =

- Tailgate N' Tallboys Bloomington Illinois
- Tobin's Pizza, Inc.
- Lab Coffee
- Carl's Ice Cream
- Normal CornBelters
- Painted Tree Boutiques
- Downtown Bloomington Farmers' Market
- WOLFE Salon
- Town of Normal Parks and Recreation Department
- Sushi Primos

New episode of the Life Multiplied podcast! 🎙️Danielle shares the story behind "I AM Woman," a network that uplifts wome...
06/20/2025

New episode of the Life Multiplied podcast! 🎙️
Danielle shares the story behind "I AM Woman," a network that uplifts women through connection, support, and purpose. Plus, don’t miss details on the Dream Girl screening coming to Bloomington-Normal next Friday!

Watch the full video podcast!

Summary:In this episode of the Life Multiplied Podcast, Danielle shares her journey of creating I Am Woman, a community-focused initiative aimed at empowerin...

06/20/2025

Hear how I AM Woman's upcoming DREAM, GIRL came to life!

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