CEOs Back The Block
The Peoria area's most prominent business leaders are taking stock in The Block.
Known as the CEO Roundtable, this group of business leaders represents many sectors of Peoria's corporate community. They understand the importance of this riverfront development and are providing both verbal and monetary support to Build the Block!
The CEO Roundtable strives to identify factors that influence the growth and prosperity of its member businesses, as well as the overall community. One such factor is quality of life. A community that is rich in quality-of-life amenities, such as museums, golf courses, parks and theaters, is more proficient in attracting the talent that will drive the businesses of today and tomorrow.
That's where The Block comes in. The Block spans seven acres with a beautiful view of the Illinois River. The $136 million development is a one-of-a- kind attraction in our region and will undoubtedly be an unprecedented draw for downstate Illinois.
Money Matters
The CEO Roundtable understands the need for the type of cultural improvement The Block affords Peoria and the surrounding area. It understands how our region will benefit from revitalizing a downtown location with educational and entertainment offerings. It understands quality people are drawn to quality locales. It understands it takes financial commitment to improve quality of life.
That's why Caterpillar alone has invested over $50+ million in The Block. And that's why the CEO Roundtable is committed to procuring an additional $8 million through business and individual donations. With businesses behind The Block, we are on the road to bringing our capital campaign to its successful completion.
