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This is #IllinoisMade! 📷 We are thrilled to welcome 20 new small businesses into the Illinois Made program, each of whom offer authentic products and one-of-a-kind experiences that reflect the best of Illinois’ craftsmanship and culture. 📷 Learn more: bit.ly/3ZevdEi

ICYMI: Bolstered by an EDGE incentive, Jel Sert expands operations at its West Chicago production facility bringing good-paying manufacturing jobs to the Chicagoland area. – bit.ly/4kvsYoE

We’re excited to welcome a Japanese delegation of quantum leaders to Illinois next week-a global hub for quantum innovation! 🌐 Organized by JETRO, and in collaboration with Intersect Illinois, World Business Chicago & IQMP, this visit aims to strengthen ties & collaboration in quantum. 🤝

Tillamook reveals their first manufacturing site outside of Oregon in Decatur.🍦 Read more – bit.ly/4kPPhFg #BeInIllinois

With $73M in recent investments, the #EDGE program continues to boost Illinois’ economy and workforce. 🔬 Vantive has opened a new HQ in Deerfield 🛠️Silesia will open their 2nd U.S. facility in Huntley ⚙️Jel Sert expanded their operations in West Chicago

Illinois continues to rank in the Top 5 states for the number of Fortune 500 HQs. All part of our mission to make us the best in the nation for doing business. axios.com/local/chicago/…

The IMA is excited to announce the 2025 class of inductees into the Illinois Manufacturing Hall of Fame, which recognizes the people, products and companies that have made a lasting impact on the state’s manufacturing industry. Read more about this year's inductees here:

#BREAKING: The IWBC and Rockford has been named as the host of the Women's Baseball World Cup Group Stage in July 2026! READ MORE: wrex.com/news/positive-…

Attention grantseekers! DCEO’s Office of Accountability is hosting a virtual training session covering Grant Reporting requirements, including an explanation of the Periodic Performance Report & Periodic Financial Report. Wed., 6/18 9-10 a.m. Learn more: bit.ly/3Rajnrp

In partnership with IMEC, 29 small and mid-sized manufacturers across the state have been selected to receive support through the 2025 Made in Illinois Grant Program. 🏭 Read more: bit.ly/4mWY0Ht #MadeInIllinois

✈️ DCEO's Office of Trade and Investment is ready for takeoff to the 55th International Paris Air Show, June 16–19! Visit the Team Illinois Pavilion (Hall 3, Booth A94) and discover why IL leads in aerospace innovation & mfg. Exports.illinois.gov FDI.illinois.gov

DCEO is hiring! We have a variety of openings across the state, including: ✔️ Grant Accountant Trainee ✔️ Program Manager ✔️ Loans & Grants Manager ✔️ Senior Grant Accountant Apply today! bit.ly/3MNt2zV

The USTA’s IPW 2025 kicks off in Chicago this weekend! 🗓️ When: June 14–18, 2025 📍 Where: McCormick Place Convention Center 🌍 Who: Over 6,000 travel professionals from 70+ countries Visit us at Booth #600 and learn more at ipw.com. #IPW2025 #EnjoyIllinois

The #REV incentive program is boosting Illinois’ local economies. 🚌 Damera Corporation will invest $31.5M to open their first U.S. assembly plant in the Greater Peoria region. 🚙 Rivian invested $120M to open a supplier park in Normal. #BeinIllinois

This #PrideMonth, DCEO is highlighting LGBTQIA+ owned businesses & business leaders across Illinois. Bernadette Smith, CEO of the Equality Institute, and her team help client-facing professionals navigate their differences with confidence. Learn more – bit.ly/45mY8K9

NEW: Illinois secured an Area Development Silver Shovel award with standout technology investments that signal our state's growing role in the digital and quantum economy. bit.ly/4le9GUF

This #Juneteenth, DCEO is celebrating the many contributions of Black Americans and Black Illinoisans to our state’s rich history and culture by commemorating this day of freedom. Find ways to celebrate this historic day via Enjoy Illinois - bit.ly/3ZCaLgN

Celebrate #Juneteenth by supporting one of Illinois’ award-winning Black-owned businesses. Chicago-based brewery Moor’s Brewing Co. won the 2025 Samuel Adams Brewing and Business Experienceship. 🍺 Learn more about their journey to success – bit.ly/3SU8da1

DCEO is hiring! We have a variety of openings across the state, including: ✔️ Hiring & Classifications Manager ✔️ Program Manager ✔️ Loans & Grants Manager ✔️ Senior Grant Accountant Apply today! bit.ly/3MNt2zV

A campaign developed by a collaboration of Chicago-based companies and organizations won major awards at #CannesLions2025. The campaign modernized the TV and #film captioning system by ushering in an innovative new design system. Learn more 🎥 – bit.ly/4kNMywe