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The Illinois Department of Commerce is the State Agency that leads economic development efforts For more information, visit www.illinois.gov/dceo

The Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity 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.

10/29/2026

ICYMI: Hyundai Translead is investing $600M and creating more than 3,000 jobs in Will County. The State is also investing in a new Manufacturing Training Academy at Joliet Junior College to support the anticipated growth.⚙️

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Hyundai Translead had previously planned to create about 2,500 jobs at the former Caterpillar and Lion Electric factories in Joliet.

10/28/2026

DCEO is leading an Illinois delegation to the ECO Expo Asia 2026 in Hong Kong.

This delegation reflects Illinois’ diverse and competitive environmental sector ecosystem, including firms engaged in environmental services, agriculture, sustainable technology, air pollution control and manufacturing that support supply chains worldwide.

Thanks to all the participating companies for representing Illinois on the global stage.

10/28/2026

Attention grantseekers! DCEO’s Office of Accountability is hosting a virtual training session covering the first step in the grant process: pre-qualification. Learn the steps to become pre-qualified, a requirement of all grantees with the State of Illinois.

📅Wednesday, November 4
9-10 a.m.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Rajnrp

10/27/2026

Happy fall! 🍂 Last year, Illinois ranked #1 in the nation in pumpkin production and pumpkin acreage. 🎃

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Illinois once again ranks as the nation’s top pumpkin producer. New USDA data shows the state produced 533 million pumpkins in 2025. That total is more than three times California, which rank…

10/26/2026

During , DCEO hosted office hour meetings with Latino businesses owners across Illinois.

Learn more about DCEO's Office of Economic Equity & Empowerment and its available resources -
https://bit.ly/4kb1CGU

10/23/2026

is taking place October 28–29 at McCormick Place! 🏗️

Come and meet us at stand 856 during the Midwest’s leading construction and design show. Learn more -

Chicago Build 2026 features 30,000+ attendees, 400+ speakers across 13 tracks & AIA workshops, 350+ exhibitors, entertainment, networking parties and more!

10/23/2026

Fall leaves sure do come and go, and you won’t want to miss them!

Keep up with the changing colors using the Fall Colors Trip Planner. 🍁
https://bit.ly/3AZadIg

10/23/2026

DCEO is hiring! We have a variety of openings across the state, including:

Loan Operations Manager
Weatherization Specialist Trainee
Workforce Training Provider Specialist

Apply today! https://bit.ly/3MNt2zV

10/22/2026

Illinois is growing its manufacturing future! Hyundai Translead is expanding its planned investment in Will County to $600 million and 3,750 new full-time jobs – a major boost for Illinois workers, families, and the regional economy. 🏭

To support this growth, the State is investing in a new Manufacturing Training Academy at Joliet Junior College, expanding training opportunities in advanced manufacturing, industrial maintenance, and welding.
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Through strategic investments and workforce development partnerships, Illinois is strengthening its manufacturing industry and creating pathways to good-paying careers. 🤝

Read more – https://bit.ly/4dSFg9e

10/21/2026

This , DCEO is hosting a Connecting HER to Illinois Business Resources event. Join this free session focused on connecting and advancing Illinois women-owned businesses.

📅 Thursday, October 29
⏰ 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
💼 Register to secure your spot today -

Join us at this free breakfast and learn session focused on inspiring, connecting, and advancing Illinois women-owned businesses.

Address

607 East Adams Street
Springfield, IL
62701

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+12177827500

Website

http://www.linkedin.com/company/IllinoisDCEO, http://www.twitter.com/IllinoisDCEO, https://dceo.illinois.gov/

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