Established on November 4, 1902, as the Fox River Valley Manufacturer's Association, now known as the Valley Industrial Association was founded "for the benefit and advantage for all concerned" manufacturers in the Aurora area. Founded by 16 companies, four of which remain members today (Richards Wilcox, Aurora Metals, and Aurora Specialty Textiles, AMWELL /Division of McNish Corporation), the VIA currently serves more than 200 members, both Industrial Manufacturers and down line organizations that serve them, area educational institutions and municipalities. The VIA’s members are located primarily in the Northern Illinois counties of Kane, DuPage, Cook, Lake, McHenry, Kendall and DeKalb, but not required to be.
I wanted to thank the sponsors. Servpro Jennifer Olson, Perla food Milena Mioduszewska, Canteen Holly Christopher. What a wonderful event!
December 2025
Great people,working together. To bring manufacturing awareness and connecting people!
February 2021
A fantastic organization! Great people offering many things to manufacturers. If you are looking to grow your manufacturing company or need training for your staff, this is the place to go!
