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Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 30m

A Nano Nuclear Energy Inc. R&D facility is coming to #Illinois, creating 50 new jobs and supporting innovative #cleanenergy solutions. 👏

More from @govpritzker.illinois.gov and @illinoisdceo.bsky.social: bit.ly/46Ies8s

Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 21h

Great @crainschicago.bsky.social piece by JLL's Meredith O'Connor about how #Illinois is leading the next era of advanced #manufacturing.

Meredith outlines how Illinois meets the demands of "people, place, and power." Read the story here: bit.ly/4nBeswV

Illinois' advanced manufacturing boom

Illinois is transforming into a high-tech hub, with $3B in investments, 6,000+ jobs and a strong edge in talent, location and reliable power.

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Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 21h

Congrats to Cas Peters with @illinoisdceo.bsky.social
and Nick Farina with EeroQ, for being named to
@crainschicago.bsky.social's 40 under 40. 👏

Cas and Nick are creative, driven, and valued members of #TeamIllinois. Many congrats to these leaders! Full list: bit.ly/3crB5BH

Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 1d

Did you know that #Chicago had the lowest violent crime rates among the seven largest U.S. cities in 2022, 2023, and 2024, according to the FBI? ➡️ Additionally, #Illinois' violent crimes per 100K residents fall below the national average.

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Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 2d

#Chicago's Avondale neighborhood is one of the COOLEST in the world, according to Time Out. 😎

Avondale was the highest-ranking American city, placing No. 5 globally. See the full list here: https://bit.ly/3ILMKyv

Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 3d

In honor of #Manufacturing Month, Illinois Manufacturers' Association and IMEC are hitting the road for their annual "Makers on the Move." 🚌⚙️

Kudos to IMA and IMEC for thinking outside the box to engage more people about the opportunities of manufacturing: https://bit.ly/46wOBQS

Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 4d

According to new data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis, #Illinois' GDP growth outpaced the U.S. in Q2 (April-June). 🙌 The state's GDP grew 4.8% compared to the U.S. rate of 3.8%.

Read BEA's release here: https://bit.ly/4nH6xOA

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Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 5d

Welcome to your new #Illinois home, Fortune Brands Innovations! Supported by an EDGE tax credit, Fortune Brands recently opened its campus in #DeerfieldIL and is already ahead of its 2027 hiring goal. 👏

Read about the company's progress here: https://bwnews.pr/3Wk3uzW

Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 5d

We profiled #Illinois-based AAR for our #BeInIllinois blog. ✈️

From its award-winning workforce development program with Rock Valley College at its #RockfordIL MRO facility to its FY25 triumphs, the aviation innovator is a great case study of growth: bit.ly/4o0aA8r

Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 6d

#Illinois had a strong Q2 (April-June), with a GDP growth rate of 4.8% compared to the U.S. rate of 3.8%, according to recent U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis data.

#Manufacturing (up 1.36%) and #Finance & #Insurance (up 1.31%) were at the helm of this growth.

Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 6d

#Illinois had a strong Q2 (April-June), with a GDP growth rate of 4.8% compared to the U.S. rate of 3.8%, according to recent U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis data.

#Manufacturing (up 1.36%) and #Finance & #Insurance (up 1.31%) were at the helm of this growth.

Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 6d

@govpritzker.illinois.gov and @illinoisdot.bsky.social today unveiled the LARGEST infrastructure program in state history, a testament to #Illinois' prowess as a transportation hub.

Learn about the plan, which touches every mode of transportation and all Illinois counties: bit.ly/3Kv1Vg3

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Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 7d

A historic day for #Illinois: PsiQuantum broke ground on its facility at the first campus of its kind in the WORLD, the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park. ⚛️👏

We were honored to join our #TeamIllinois partners to celebrate today: https://bit.ly/470RObs

Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 7d

Our September edition of the #Illinois Business Beat is live! 💓

This month's edition covers #TeamIllinois' international strategy, companies that recently chose to #BeInIllinois, how our board company AAR Corp. is driving growth, and more: bit.ly/4pLLmMO

Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 8d

We are thrilled to welcome four dynamic leaders to our board of directors: Kevin Cole of EY Chicago, Patrice DeCorrevont of Huntington Bank, Rob Karr of Illinois Retail Merchants Association (IRMA), and Maggie McGuire O’Brien of J.P. Morgan.

Read about these appointments here: bit.ly/3KMvE3Z

Illinois EDC Adds Four Powerhouse Leaders to Board - Illinois Economic Development Corporation

Illinois EDC taps top leaders from EY, Huntington Bank, Illinois Retail Merchants Association, and JPMorganChase to join its distinguished board of directors. CHICAGO, IL – The Illinois Economic Devel...

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Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 12d

It was an honor to host Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago President and CEO @goolsbee.bsky.social last night at our Q1 board meeting, where he engaged in a Q&A with our board member Liz Buchanan of NielsenIQ.

Thank you, President Goolsbee, for sharing your insights and time with our board!

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Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 12d

Many reasons to celebrate! 🎉

We held our Q1 board meeting yesterday and a celebration in honor of our #TeamIllinois partners and our relaunch to Illinois EDC. Thank you to all who joined us, including @tonipreckwinkle.bsky.social, @goolsbee.bsky.social, and State Rep. Dave Vella.

Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 13d

New @chicagotribune.com op-ed by our Chairman John Atkinson: #Illinois needs every tool available to continue its streak as a top state for corporate expansions: bit.ly/47UJgnu

John Atkinson: The tool Illinois needs to compete for megaprojects

A new bill would give megaprojects in Illinois the ability to negotiate long-term, predictable property tax agreements.

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Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 13d

ICYMI: Chicago Plan Commission approved the first phase of @chicagofire.bsky.social and Related Midwest's proposed state-of-the-art stadium, a crucial step forward in transforming The 78 into a vibrant entertainment and residential neighborhood.

More in @chicago.suntimes.com: bit.ly/3W6OkOp

Fire stadium at The 78 receives green light from city's Plan Commission

The 22,000-seat soccer stadium would anchor The 78, a 62-acre vacant site at Roosevelt Road and Clark Street in the South Loop.

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Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 14d

BIG news! O'Hare is the #7 most connected airport in the world (up from #9 in 2024), and retains its title as the most connected airport in the U.S., per OAG's 2025 MegaHubs ranking. ✈️👑

Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/47TneBz

Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 14d

The month of September marks 175 years since our board company Peoples Gas first started supplying energy to Chicagoans. 🥳💡

Peoples Gas and the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, also on our board, recently celebrated this incredible milestone: https://bit.ly/4muoFtW

Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 15d

The 2025-26 #Illinois Investment Guide is here! Released annually, the guide showcases #WhyIllinois is a premier business destination.

Read it for stories of growth, a letter from @govpritzker.illinois.gov, interviews with Illinois EDC and @illinoisdceo.bsky.social, and more: bit.ly/4mvjBWc

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Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 15d

ICYMI: The Chicago Quantum Exchange-led coalition #QuantumConnected is in the final stages of the National Science Foundation (NSF) Regional Innovation Engines (NSF Engines) program. ⚛️🎉

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4gKXdGX

CQE-led coalition advances to final round in NSF Engine competition

The cross-sector Quantum Connected team is working to secure the nation's information using cutting-edge quantum technologies. An NSF win could bring millions of dollars to the Quantum Prairie and boost national and economic security at a critical time.

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Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 16d

Happy first day of fall! 🧡🍂

Dare we say it, but #Illinois is a vastly underrated fall destination. We have it all — from spine-tingling ghost tours to family fun and outdoor adventures. Check out @enjoyillinois.bsky.social's fall guide: bit.ly/46HTGnE

Illinois EDC @illinoisedc.bsky.social · 16d

🚨 Calling all small #Chicago businesses! 🚨 Join our #TeamIllinois partner P33 for the South Side Small Business Resource Fair next Thursday, Sept. 25, for a valuable opportunity to connect with resources and grow your business.

Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/SSSBRF