Glen Schwab

Executive Director Quad Cities Manufacturing & Innovation Hub

Glen currently serves as the Executive Director of the Quad Cities Manufacturing & Innovation Hub, Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce, where he leads all efforts to increase Industry 4.0 technology strategies with local manufacturers. Supporting the development of a digital Ecosystem to accelerate the implementation of new digital technologies and support regional Economic Development.

Prior to joining Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce, Glen worked as Director of Enterprise Supply Chain Operations at Deere & Company, with the responsibility for enterprise led direct material sourcing, risk management, supplier rating process, strategic Planning, and supplier diversity. Glen obtained his BS/BA from Bowling Green State University. In 2002 he completed the Advanced Executive Development Program, from Northwestern University. He also serves on the Board of the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center, Michigan State University Supply Management Advisory Board, and St. Ann’s Catholic Church Parish Council.