As we continue our #ILHMM celebrations, we caught up with Team DCEO member Isabel C Vélez Diez. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, she joined the agency five months ago and in her role she works to address historic and systemic disparities through a variety of initiatives. “Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the rich culture, history and contributions of our community."
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Government Administration
Chicago, Illinois 13,294 followers
About us
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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https://dceo.illinois.gov/
External link for Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
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- 201-500 employees
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- Chicago, Illinois
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555 W Monroe St
Chicago, Illinois 60661, US
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607 E Adams St
Springfield, Illinois 62701, US
Employees at Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
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During the State of Illinois’ trade mission to Japan, Governor JB Pritzker and DCEO secured a business expansion with Sysmex America, Inc. in northeastern Illinois. New investments will create 110 new full-time jobs and retain nearly 550. #BeinIllinois Learn more: http://prez.ly/QYUc
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Digital Inclusion Week kicks off today. 🖥️ This week, DCEO will be sharing information on the state of digital inclusivity and highlighting resources and initiatives across Illinois to help bridge the digital divide. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3YbJXU9
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As Illinois works toward becoming a global #quantum capital, the State is making critical investments in this innovative technology – creating job opportunities and bolstering economic growth throughout Illinois. #BeInIllinois https://bit.ly/4gR01C4
For these companies, quantum computing isn't a far-off dream. It's now.
chicagobusiness.com
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Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity reposted this
We're looking forward to Governor Pritzker's trade mission to Japan. Together with our #TeamIllinois partners, including Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, elected officials including Sen. Don Harmon and Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, and many more business and government leaders, we'll share why it's a great time for global companies to #BeinIllinois. This trip will build on Illinois and Japan's strong economic bond: 🎌 Illinois exports to Japan totaled $2.59B+ in 2023, a 31.7% increase since 2019 🎌 Illinois ranks 4th among the 50 U.S. states in imports from Japan "We’re fortunate to have engaged business and government leaders come together to showcase Illinois’ advantages in a way that will lead to long-term collaboration with our Japanese counterparts and ultimately attract investment in Illinois,” said Intersect Illinois Chairman John Atkinson. Participants include leaders from Related Midwest, Nicor Gas, Illinois Manufacturers' Association, Clayco, Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas, Constellation, ComEd, Loop Capital, United Airlines, PsiQuantum, SPAAN Tech, Inc., Ameren, Chicago Quantum Exchange, The Grainger College of Engineering, AISIN Manufacturing Illinois, TCCI Manufacturing, Magnify Strategies, Ocient, Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association, Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park, ADM, Barnes & Thornburg LLP, University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering at the University of Chicago, White Cube LLC, JLL, Northwestern University, and P33 Chicago. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4evg2fo
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DCEO is hiring! We have a variety of openings across the state, including: ✔️ Grant Manager ✔️ Non-Formula Workforce Grant Manager Apply today! https://bit.ly/3MNt2zV
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Illinois Grocery Initiative grant funding will support new stores in food deserts and energy-efficient equipment upgrades. Eligible entities can now apply for Round II of the New Stores in Food Deserts Program. Learn more: http://prez.ly/9OUc
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Illinois’ Office of Trade & Investment is excited to lead the Illinois delegation to Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, from March 3-6, 2025. Qualified Illinois companies are invited to join us at the world’s largest event for the connectivity ecosystem. Over 100,000 decision makers and high-tech executives from around the globe will gather to discover new ideas and network with key players in the IT world. The event will promote the following themes: 5G Inside, Connect X, AI+, Enterprise Re-invented, Game Changers, and Our Digital DNA. Contact our Trade Specialist for Europe at Riccardo.Navon@Illinois.gov to learn more about the show and how to participate.
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Chicago-based Switched Source LLC was awarded a $5M MAKE IT Prize from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to expand production capacity for a power-electronics-based hybrid transformer - “Phase-EQ” - which provides flexible solutions for electric distribution circuits. ⚡ #BeInIllinois https://bit.ly/3ZGWjVn
DOE Awards $15 Million to Prize Winners for Domestic Clean Energy Manufacturing Facilities and Will Launch a New $30 Million MAKE IT Prize
energy.gov
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Join DCEO at one of our #ILHHM events! Conversations with Hispanic and Latino Entrepreneurs 📅Tuesday, October 8 @ 3-5 p.m. in Peoria Discussion on Business Resources 📅 Wednesday, October 9 @ 2-3 p.m. in Beardstown Make sure to register: https://bit.ly/3TadHOa