Distillery Labs Startup Showcase: Why Peoria?

Join us during Economic Development Week 2025 for the Startup Showcase: Why Peoria?, a celebration of innovation, entrepreneurship, and regional momentum happening right here in Central Illinois.

Hosted by the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council (GPEDC) in collaboration with Distillery Labs and gener8tor, and with support from the Peoria NEXT Innovation Center, this dynamic evening highlights the founders and businesses building in—and because of—Greater Peoria.

Whether you’re a startup supporter, investor, student, creative, or community leader, this event offers a chance to explore:
• Startup product demos and booths
• Networking with local founders and funders
• A fireside chat on “Why Peoria?” featuring:
• dotbox
• Bear’s Bites
• HuMod
• enterN
• AgDefense Systems
• Remarks from GPEDC on the impact of innovation in economic development

🎟️ Admission is free, but RSVP is encouraged.
🧭 Come curious, leave connected.

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