About Us

We are a dedicated team ready to assist you in your site selection and business needs. We provide up-to-date market data, site information and business intelligence. Our approach is rooted in the core belief of a high performing public-private partnership. We understand that your project is a priority and we will do everything to meet or exceed your expectations.

When you invest in Aurora, speed to market is critical. You can expect quick response times to your requests. Our partnership begins with discussing your business goals and objectives. From there we formulate a realistic timetable and action plan. We incorporate a "can do" approach with our Development Services Team (DST) in order to achieve your goals on time and on budget. At the Aurora Economic Development Commission, “You are the priority.”


Mission Statement

To promote, attract, and retain commercial and industrial development in the City of Aurora. To enhance the quality of life for Aurora citizens by creating quality jobs and attracting revenue generators to the community.


Staff Bios

Kathy Leonard, Research Assistant
kleonard@aurora-il.org or 630-256-3163

David Dorgan, Downtown Development Consultant / Seize the Future Foundation dorgans@yahoo.com or 630-256-3162