DCEO joined Gov. JB Pritzker and the state’s top economic and civic leaders at this week’s trade delegation to Mexico. The mission strengthened Illinois’ longstanding partnership with Mexico, and the delegation explored opportunities for future collaboration. #TeamIllinois
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
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The Illinois Department of Commerce is the State Agency that leads economic development efforts for Illinois. Our main focus is to retain and create jobs in Illinois by marketing to: * Existing businesses, encouraging them to reinvest and create more jobs for Illinois citizens; * New businesses, inviting them to relocate, invest, and create new jobs; * International companies, positioning Illinois as a global business destination for Foreign Direct Investment; * Entrepreneurs and investors, connecting resources to support their startups and ventures; and * Locally and globally, promoting Illinois as a world-class tourism and film destination. Our Department is organized into the following Offices that are laser focused on economic growth for the State of Illinois: Business Development; Community Development; Employment & Training; Energy & Recycling; Energy Assistance; Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Technology; Film; Tourism; Trade & Investment; and Urban Assistance. For more information, visit www.illinois.gov/dceo
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Chicago, Illinois 60661, US
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607 E Adams St
Springfield, Illinois 62701, US
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Time and Statista highlighted America’s top 250 greentech companies of 2025 with multiple Illinois businesses making the list. Congratulations to NanoGraf Corporation for ranking 25th! 🔋#BeInIllinois https://bit.ly/3RlIiXP
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DCEO is hiring! We have a variety of openings across the state, including: ✔️ Small Business Environmental Assistance Engineer ✔️ Broadband Policy Manager ✔️ Assistant Grant Manager-Broadband ✔️ Broadband Permitting and Policy Coordinator Apply today! https://bit.ly/3MNt2zV
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The 41st Chicago Latino Film Festival runs April 3-14. 🎬 Learn more about where and when you can watch one of the over 50 feature films and 30 short films that will be showcased at this year’s festival. https://bit.ly/4ljZivy
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ICYMI: Epic Medical chose Pekin as the location for its first U.S. manufacturing facility. Learn more about how Pekin & the State’s #EDGE tax incentives brought the major medical manufacturer to Illinois. #BeInIllinois https://bit.ly/4leUh7b
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Last week, DCEO’s Michelle White and Rebecca Estrada joined State Rep Theresa Mah, State Senator Ram Villivalam, and Summit Founder Aurora Austriaco at the 2nd Annual Asian Women’s Summit. 💼 #WomensHistoryMonth
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Illinois is leading the charge in clean energy innovation.⚡ The Solar Energy Industry Association ranked Illinois 4th in the nation for its solar energy capacity. https://bit.ly/41WBeWp
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Fast Company has named the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park as one of the 10 most innovative companies driving economic development. ⚛️ #BeInIllinois https://bit.ly/4htiiog
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This Arab American Heritage Month, DCEO is celebrating the rich history, contributions, and accomplishments of Illinois’ Arab American business owners and entrepreneurs. Make sure to visit our website for information about events and resources – https://bit.ly/4ijVRTH #AAHM2025
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If you were affected by the March 20, 2025 layoff at Springfield Clinic, no-cost re-employment and training resources are available to help you get back on track. Join us for a Layoff Assistance Workshop to learn about the free services and support available to dislocated workers. 📅 WHEN: Friday, April 4, 2025 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 WHERE: Land of Lincoln Workforce Alliance (Illinois workNet Center) 📌 1300 S. 9th Street, Springfield, IL 62703 Hear from experts on: ✅ Job search assistance & training resources ✅ Unemployment benefits & job seeker services ✅ Protecting your health care & retirement benefits For more information, visit Springfield Clinic Layoff Assistance—https://lnkd.in/gSZEBX57 or scan the QR code on the flyer.
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