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

DCEO is hiring! We have a variety of openings across the state, including: ✔️ Hiring & Outreach Specialist ✔️ Asst. Deputy Dir. of Mgt Operations ✔️ Licensing & Permitting Portal Mgr. ✔️ Program Quality Assurance Specialist Trainee Apply today! bit.ly/3MNt2zV

Join Team RED and the Illinois Finance Authority/Illinois Climate Bank for an in-depth presentation on funding programs and opportunities available for clean energy efforts across the state. 📅 Thursday, December 11 at 10:00 a.m. Register here –

Applications are open for the Job Training and Economic Development Program! $10M is available for workforce training & wrap-around services to bolster equitable workforce recovery for Illinoisans struggling to gain meaningful employment. Apply today: bit.ly/3Y5pa3H

Illinois has been honored at the 2025 Startup Ecosystem Stars Awards in Paris, co-organized by the International Chamber of Commerce and Mind the Bridge, earning global recognition for our leadership in innovation! ⭐ Read more: bit.ly/3XuxlGI

Green Era, located in Chicago’s Auburn Gresham neighborhood, is helping Illinois continue to be a leader in renewable energy with support from DCEO and others. The project is bringing green tech to the neighborhood while also creating job opportunities. ♻️

Celebrate #SmallBusinessSaturday by supporting local small businesses today! 🛍️ Find a list of Illinois small businesses to support – buff.ly/uNf90oR

DCEO is hiring! We have a variety of openings across the state, including: ✔️ Classification Specialist ✔️ Sr. Career Services Manager-Downstate ✔️ Licensing and Permitting Portal Manager ✔️ Program Quality Assurance Specialist Trainee Apply today! bit.ly/3MNt2zV

Attention grantseekers! DCEO’s Office of Accountability is hosting a virtual training session covering the first step in the grant process: pre-qualification. 📅 Wednesday, December 3 9-10 a.m. Learn more: buff.ly/MDSKyNY

Roscoe Street in Chicago was named one of Time Out’s coolest streets in the world! Full of trendy restaurants, breweries, and shops, Roscoe Street is a perfect place to visit on your next trip to Illinois. 🍽️ 🛍️ #EnjoyIllinois Read more – www.timeout.com/travel/coole...

As we close out #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth, DCEO is highlighting the Midwest SOARRING Foundation in Lyons. The Foundation works toward repatriation, protects sacred sites, and educates the public on Native American cultural issues. Learn more – www.midwestsoarring.org

ICYMI: DCEO joined local state lawmakers and leaders to celebrate Alton’s historic win – becoming one of the first communities in Illinois to launch citywide, enterprise-grade fiber internet infrastructure. 🖥️ Read more – bit.ly/3LXqByA

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...

DCEO is hiring! We have a variety of openings across the state, including: ✔️ Classification Specialist ✔️ Sr. Career Services Manager-Downstate ✔️ Licensing and Permitting Portal Manager Apply today! bit.ly/3MNt2zV

DCEO is continuing our #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth celebration, highlighting WBK Engineering, a Native American-owned engineering company located in St. Charles. Learn more about their services – bit.ly/4ieDEaX

DCEO’s Office of Trade & Investment (OTI) is live at #MEDICA2025 🌎 Visit us in Hall 16, Booth F29-1 to explore new partnerships, meet our Illinois exhibitors and learn how OTI can help you expand your global footprint.

Learn more about the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Technical Assistance (TA) Grant Program through an informational webinar with OE3. 📅 Monday, Nov. 24 at 1:00 p.m. Learn more – bit.ly/4pl7xbV

Big news for Illinois – the Women’s Professional Baseball League will be playing its inaugural season at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield in 2026! ⚾️ #EnjoyIllinois Read more – www.usatoday.com/story/sports...

OTI is leading a delegation to MEDICA, the world’s largest medical B2B trade show and hub for medical innovation, from November 17-20 in Düsseldorf, Germany. Visit the Illinois Pavilion in Hall 16, Booth F29-1, to learn why companies choose Illinois as their U.S. hub. #MEDICA2026

DCEO is hiring! We have a variety of openings across the state, including: ✔️ Climate and Equitable Jobs Act Program Manager ✔️ Asian American Pacific (AAPI) Business Development Manager Apply today! bit.ly/3MNt2zV

This #ILNAHM, DCEO is highlighting Native American-owned businesses across the state. Through a community-based approach to holistic care, the Anishinaabeg Path to Wellness supports the well-being among Native peoples.

Interested in learning more about the state’s site readiness initiatives? Join Team RED, in partnership with Illinois EDC, for virtual office hours. 📅Thursday, November 20; 10:00-11:00 a.m. Register here: bit.ly/4qL86x6

Attention grantseekers! DCEO’s Office of Accountability is hosting a virtual training session covering the components of Notice of Funding Opportunity and where to find pertinent information for your grant application. Wed, Nov 19 9-10 a.m. Learn more: bit.ly/3Rajnrp

Today and every day, DCEO honors the brave military members who have served and continue to serve our country. This #VeteransDay, discover ways to show your appreciation: bit.ly/3LLRCVe

Team RED wrapped up their 2025 Business Development Roadshow. 🤝 During the month-long roadshow, Team RED traveled across the state sharing information on the latest State programs and funding opportunities. Learn more about Team RED’s resources – bit.ly/47PTtQA

One of Illinois’ most successful tech hubs, 1871, has found a new home. The Chicago-based nonprofit tech incubator is now operating in a 23,000-square-foot innovation hub. 💻 #BeInIllinois www.bizjournals.com/chicago/news...

DCEO is hiring! We have a variety of openings across the state, including: ✔️ Climate and Equitable Jobs Act Program Manager ✔️ Asian American Pacific (AAPI) Business Development Manager Apply today! bit.ly/3MNt2zV

NEW from Site Selection magazine: #Illinois ranks #7 nationally for business climate. Up two spots from 2024, this high ranking is another reflection of the state's business assets and sharp focus on competitiveness.

🚀 Golden Seeds — the nation’s largest angel network that invests exclusively in women-led startups — has launched its 9th chapter in Chicago! A big win for Illinois innovation and women entrepreneurs. #BeInIllinois Read more

The State’s new highway maps help you explore the Land of Lincoln with ease while highlighting the legendary U.S. Route 66.📍Plan your next adventure to #EnjoyIllinois. Learn more – bit.ly/47mcFq2

November is #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth! As part of the month-long celebration, DCEO in will be hosting events and uplifting resources to support and celebrate our state’s Native American community. Learn more – dceo.illinois.gov/oe3/events/n...

It’s #NationalVeteransSmallBusinessWeek! DCEO will be uplifting veteran businesses and entrepreneurs across Illinois. Visit DCEO’s website to find resources and events – bit.ly/3WvvErW

Planning a trip to #EnjoyIllinois soon? Make sure to visit Chicago – one of Frommer's "Best Places to Go in 2026." 🏆🌎

$31.5 million in grant funding is now available to support site readiness infrastructure and industrial development improvements. Learn more and apply today: t.co/IpST7Rj7hf t.co/0TN3EC7XZA

$31.5 million in grant funding is now available to support site readiness infrastructure and industrial development improvements. Learn more and apply today: www.illinois.gov/news/release...

DCEO is wrapping up #ManufacturingMonth highlighting another one of the state’s manufacturing wins. Supported by the State’s #EDGE Program, Crane Equipment & Service, Inc. invested over $4 million in their expansion project creating more than 20 jobs. 🏗️

Looking for plans this Halloween weekend?! 👻 Visit Enjoy Illinois website to plan your spooky season adventure. – buff.ly/ggMu6mo #EnjoyIllinois #MiddleofEverything

Attention grantseekers! DCEO’s Office of Accountability is hosting a virtual training session covering the first step in the grant process: pre-qualification. Wednesday, November 5 9-10 a.m. Learn more: bit.ly/3Rajnrp

ICYMI: Rockford’s historic Gunite factory is set to reopen as Rockford Brake Manufacturing. 🚗 Learn more about the four former employees and the state's #EDGE incentives that helped make it all happen. #BeInIllinois

Bolstered by DCEO's #EDGE for Startups incentives, Rockford Brake Manufacturing will bring investment and 150 jobs to the northern region by reopening a historic Rockford factory. 🚗 Read more – bit.ly/3Lw6hUr

The Illinois Export Roadshow starts tomorrow. 🌎 Visit DCEO’s website to find session information and to secure your spot - bit.ly/3WfcfLS

DCEO is hiring! We have a variety of openings across the state, including: ✔️ Assistant Deputy Director, Rural and Regional Economic Development ✔️ Chief Workforce Officer Apply today! bit.ly/3MNt2zV

Sending a big congratulations to Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences winner, Northwestern Economics and History Professor, Joel Mokyr. 📈 Read more about his groundbreaking theory – bit.ly/4qmTrIc

Amazon has officially leased a 575,000-square-foot warehouse in suburban Bolingbrook where they will open their fifth Chicago-area fulfillment center anticipating center anticipating 200 new jobs there by the end of the year. 📦🚚 #BeInIllinois - www.chicagobusiness.com/commercial-r...

Celebrate #NationalWomensBusinessMonth at the Illinois Business Resources-Chicago Southland event. 💼 Find event details below: 📅Tuesday, October 28 | 11:30 a.m. –1:00 p.m. Learn more and register here: bit.ly/42PBoQO

Ready to expand your business globally? DCEO’s Office of Trade and Investment is partnering with Illinois Small Business Development Center-International Trade Centers for the Illinois Export Roadshow 2025. 🌎 Find session dates and register today - bit.ly/3WfcfLS

The Made in Illinois Grant Program is supporting small & mid-size manufacturers across the state, including the following grantees that are driving innovation, efficiency & growth with IMEC #BeInIllinois 🔧 Meyer Tool & Manufacturing Inc. 🧪 J6 Polymers, LLC 🧱 George J. Rothan Co. ⚙️ Lemfco, Inc.

In honor of #HispanicHeritageMonth, DCEO hosted a Hispanic Heritage Month Roadshow engaging with Latino business owners and community leaders across the state. 🤝 Learn more about Team OE3 and their resources – bit.ly/4neQsih #ILHHM25

The success of the One Chicago franchise is positively contributing to Illinois' growing economy.📺 Read more about the impacts of NBCUniversal and Universal Television’s investment in Illinois - bit.ly/4okhc1N