ICYMI: #Illinois ranks #2 for total expansion projects AND projects per capita, per Site Selection magazine.
Despite the doubters and naysayers, more and more companies are choosing to grow and #BeInIllinois. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4b52bfh
From the tulips of #Chicago's Michigan Avenue to a score of outdoor festivals, farmers markets, and sporting events, spring is a magical time to #BeInIllinois. 🌷
Check out @enjoyillinois.bsky.social's guide to #Illinois spring: https://bit.ly/40Timsl
Welcome, Michelle Conger, to our board! 👏
We look forward to collaborating closely with her as we continue to attract new business and investment to #BeInIllinois. Learn more in our release: https://bit.ly/4704IGr
Image of life sciences manufacturing with text: ANNOUNCING CSL Expands in Illinois.
Global biotherapeutics leader CSL is investing $1.5B to build a new manufacturing facility at its Kankakee campus, creating 300 new full-time jobs for Illinoisans. #BeInIllinois
Read more – bit.ly/46MghRA
ICYMI: DCEO joined Gov. Pritzker and business leaders to announce DMG MORI Federal Services, Inc.’s Illinois expansion project. 🏭⚙️ #BeInIllinois
Read more – bit.ly/4qYmOzv
The State’s #EDGE program is bolstering economic development across Illinois. #BeInIllinois
A few highlights from 2026, totaling over $200M in investment, include:
🪵Tangent Technologies
⚙️DMG MORI
💡 G&W Electric Company
🏗️ Mi-Jack Products
We are proud to celebrate the incredible women who shape #Illinois' communities, industries, and economy this Women's History Month.
Learn more about #WhyIllinois is a top state for women to build, lead, and grow via our #BeInIllinois blog: https://bit.ly/4r5l0VC
Image of Chicago Skyline with text: Announcing Illinois Ranks #2 in Nation for Corporate Investment.
Illinois has ranked #2 for corporate expansion and relocations for the fourth year in a row!🏆Site Selection’s annual rankings are reinforcing Illinois’ sustained economic momentum and national business leadership. #BeInIllinois
Learn more: bit.ly/4r8ydgy
Be sure to check out the February edition of the Illinois Business Beat, which features companies that have recently chosen to #BeInIllinois, @govpritzker.illinois.gov's FY27 budget proposal, #SouthwestIL, and more!
Read it here: https://bit.ly/4aR4By7
Image of company products with text: ANNOUNCING DMG MORI Expands in Illinois.
🏭⚙️✨ DMG MORI Federal Services, Inc. is expanding in Illinois! The company is creating 74 new jobs and establishing a new advanced manufacturing and R&D facility in Chicago. #BeInIllinois
Read more – bit.ly/3MH4s8m
Image of manufacturing plant: ANNOUNCING Major AbbVie Manufacturing Expansion.
Big momentum for Illinois’ life sciences industry 🚀 AbbVie is expanding in North Chicago with two new active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) manufacturing facilities – creating 300 new full-time jobs in the Chicagoland region. #BeInIllinois
Read more – bit.ly/4rYraYk
Image of laboratory with text: Announcing Teklab Opens New Lab in Collinsville.
Congratulations to Teklab on their new laboratory in Collinsville! Their expansion is a great example of companies choosing IL for our workforce, infrastructure, and commitment to the environment. #BeInIllinois
Read more – bit.ly/4rXz7x1
ICYMI: Last week, DCEO Director Kristin Richards joined Gov. Pritzker and local leaders to announce the statewide expansion of the STAR bonds program. ⭐ #BeInIllinois
Learn more – dceo.illinois.gov/star-bonds.h...
ICYMI: DCEO awarded $2.4 million through the Illinois Innovation Voucher Program to support small business growth and strengthen research collaborations. 🚀 #BeInIllinois
Read more – www.bizjournals.com/chicago/news...
Image of municipality with text: Announcing: STAR Bonds Program Expansion.
The statewide expansion of the STAR bonds program will strengthen local economies and build long-term opportunity for Illinois residents.⭐
Read more – bit.ly/3O7na9t
#BeInIllinois
ICYMI: Last week, DCEO Director Kristin Richards joined Gov. Pritzker and Savencia leadership to announce the company’s new expansion project at their Lena facility. #BeInIllinois
Their investment, with support from an #EDGE agreement, will bring new jobs to the region. 🧀
Image of cheese with text: Announcing Savencia Expands Production in Lena.
Bolstered by DCEO's #EDGE incentive program, Savencia Cheese USA will bring investment and jobs to the northwest region of Illinois.🧀 #BeInIllinois
Read more – bit.ly/4bLHg31
New U.S. Census Bureau data shows #Illinois has gained population for the 3rd year in a row–up 100K+ residents since 2022.
People choose to #BeInIllinois because it offers a quality of life that's among the best available. More via @govpritzker.illinois.gov: bit.ly/4ker78o
Across nearly every industry, one thing is constant: the need for fast, reliable, and efficient transportation, distribution, and logistics. And no state in the U.S. nor location in the world moves business better than #Illinois.
#BeInIllinois blog for more ➡️ https://bit.ly/4qLEr68
Illinois’ film industry is booming!💥🎥 In 2025, film productions based in Central Illinois generated over $12 million in statewide business sales according to Experience Champaign-Urbana. #BeInIllinois
Read more – bit.ly/49IjVMN
Big news for bookworms! Barnes & Noble is set to open their largest Chicago area store, measuring at 30,000-square-feet, on State Street. 📚🐛 #BeInIllinois
Learn more about Barnes & Noble’s success in Illinois!
Two years after opening their first Illinois location, Cava is expanding 🥗
#BeInIllinois
Read more about Cava’s future locations!
#Lifesciences firms need more than just lab space to keep up with the industry's global evolution; they’re looking for strategic hubs with access to talent, infrastructure, and State support.
Read in on our #BeInIllinois blog for how Illinois excels on all three: https://bit.ly/4jtUrak
Honored that Business Facilities Magazine has recognized DCEO and #TeamIllinois with a 2025 Impact Award!
The award highlights the success in bringing Cronus Chemicals to Tuscola, strengthening Illinois’ economy and creating jobs.
Read more – businessfacilities.com/business-fac... #BeInIllinois
The recent expansion of the Illinois Film Tax Credit will drive new projects to the state and boost Illinois’ creative workforce. 🎥 #BeInIllinois
Learn more
As we approach 2026, it’s undeniable that #tech innovation drives economic leadership.
Learn more about how the state is pioneering in #quantum computing, #AI, and #microelectronics in our #BeInIllinois blog: https://bit.ly/4rIF2GX
ICYMI: U.S. Steel will restart operations of one of their blast furnaces at the Granite City Works steel plant. This decision is expected to bring hundreds of jobs to the Metro East region. #BeInIllinois
Read more – www.ksdk.com/article/mone...
Intermountain Electronics will double the size of their Centralia plant. The $12 million expansion project will create job opportunities for Illinoisians across the trades. ⚙️ #BeInIllinois
Read more – bit.ly/48kf8BL
We just dropped the November edition of our monthly newsletter, the Illinois Business Beat. 📰💕
Take a look at how the state is progressing in key industries, companies that have chosen to #BeInIllinois, #TeamIllinois spotlights, and more. Read it here: https://bit.ly/3XOsArl
Image of small business owner with text: Announcing Governor Pritzker Awards $10M to Small Businesses
Bolstered by the State’s Small Business Capital & Infrastructure Grant Program, 47 small businesses across Illinois will receive $10 million in funding to help them create and retain jobs, improve efficiency, and grow local economies. #BeInIllinois
Learn more – www.illinois.gov/news/release...
