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

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

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.

#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

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

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

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

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 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 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.

@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

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

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

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

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!

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

🚨 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

#Illinois' #EV ecosystem continues to bulk up, as evidenced by today's news that French OPmobility will create 80+ new jobs as it locates in #NormalIL as part of Rivian's supplier park. 💪⚡ Read about this #TeamIllinois #cleanenergy win here: https://bit.ly/46Ftko1

Gotion is going strong in #MantenoIL, with its first five assembly lines up and producing cutting-edge #EV batteries. 💪 Crain's Chicago Business takes a look inside this state-of-the-art $2B factory: https://bit.ly/3VQvrz3

A sneak peek of our President and CEO Christy George on CAN TV's Chicago Newsroom 2.0 with guest co-host Suzet McKinney. 👀🎬 Watch Christy's segment tomorrow, Thursday, Sept. 18, at 7:00.

Facts over fiction. Contrary to claims, #Chicago’s violent crime remains near its lowest point in 4+ decades—and the criminal homicide tally for June, July, and August of this year is the lowest in almost 6 decades, according to CPD.

Happy Mexican Independence Day! 🎉🔔¡Feliz día de la independencia! #Illinois is a proud partner of Mexico's, with total trade totaling $32B in goods last year. Read about this partnership in our #BeInIllinois blog: https://bit.ly/4gsznQg

A cause for celebration: Crain's Chicago Business once again named Mesirow one of the best places to work in #Chicago for 2025. 🎉 Led by our board member, Richard Price, Mesirow stands out for its inclusive and collaborative workplace environment. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4nwrnjq

Today, we celebrate one of our BD leaders, our VP of Life Sciences Dr. Elizabeth Gichana! A trained biophysicist with a strong background in molecular simulations, she brings extensive experience in the #biotech and healthcare sectors. We're grateful to have her on the team!

Our Chief Quantum Officer Preeti Chalsani breaks down #Illinois' emerging global leadership in #quantum computing with Becky Carroll and Eileen Dordek on #TheBroadCast podcast: https://bit.ly/4mTzYg5

Congrats to future #IQMP tenant Infleqtion on going public through a merger with Churchill Capital Corp X! 🎉 This move enables the innovator to accelerate its mission to commercialize real-world #quantum solutions for computing and sensing: https://bwnews.pr/4nss6SN

Mark your calendar for Metropolitan Planning Council's Annual Event on 9/30. ✨ Our President and CEO Christy George will be honored with the Champions of Change Award for her leadership in driving statewide economic growth and opportunity. Visit: metroplanning.org

This past year was a landmark year for our state, as #Illinois saw an increase across corporate expansion projects, new investment, and new jobs. 📈 ✨ Learn more in our FY25 Annual Report: https://bit.ly/4mFsmOo

CONGRATS to @psiquantum.bsky.social on raising $1B in its latest round of funding, reaching $7B in valuation. Additionally, PsiQuantum announced a partnership with Nvidia to accelerate development of its #quantum computers at the #IQMP and in Australia. 🎉 More: bit.ly/48aOVWx

Another productive and packed day in Japan for #TeamIllinois! 🗼🎌 Highlights included private meetings with prominent Japanese companies, an #Illinois-sponsored breakfast at #MWJA, and a reception at the U.S. Consul General's Residence in Osaka.

Happy World #EV Day! 🎉🔋 #Illinois is the place to be all things electric vehicles and #cleanenergy, boasting a vast supply chain, one of the largest green workforces in the country, leading training programs, and more: https://bit.ly/46aUphv

Contrary to claims, #Illinois is a very safe state to live and work. ➡️ In fact, its crime rates are declining—and are below the U.S. national average, according to 2025 FBI data.

#TeamIllinois' Japan trip is in full force. 🎌 The first two days featured the kick-off to the Midwest U.S.-Japan Association’s 55th Conference and a speech by our President and CEO Christy George at the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council's Buyers & Sellers Conference.

#Illinois moves up a spot to #4 in Site Selection's 2025 Global Groundwork Index — a vote of confidence for the state's stability as a premier landing spot for growing companies. 👏 Story here: https://bit.ly/4g4m2gE

United announced that it will resume flights from Tel Aviv to its hometown hub of #Chicago O'Hare International Airport. ✈️ Offering more flights to Tel Aviv than any other U.S. airline, these resumed services reinforce United's longtime commitment to the region. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4mHGre1

Woot-woot! #BloomingtonIL is the No. 2 best small city to live in the U.S., according to SmartAsset. 🥳 Residents enjoy a remarkable quality of life thanks to the city's affordability, diverse economy, strong education, and connectivity: bit.ly/4p3tAV2

#TeamIllinois is en route to Tokyo for the Midwest U.S.-Japan Association’s 55th Conference to reinforce bilateral ties and explore new opportunities for collaboration with our Japanese counterparts. 🗼🗾 Learn about the trip: https://bit.ly/4lZFDju

Eligible Ameren Illinois customers can receive a one-time grant of $150 toward their energy bill, as part of its bill relief program. 👏 Learn about the program here: https://bit.ly/4ngGxsV

#Illinois' incentives are paying off in a big way, as highlighted in a recent article about the success of REV Illinois. Read about a trio of innovative #cleanenergy projects REV Illinois has supported this summer: https://bit.ly/45LHraZ

Happy Labor Day! Our workforce is at the heart of #WhyIllinois is one of the best places in the world to live, work, and do business. 💙

ICYMI: Learn about how #Chicago has become the "poster child" for private real estate development around #quantum computing in ‪@cnbc.com‬: https://cnb.cx/3Jy8Zb0

#Illinois welcomed 113M domestic and international visitors who spent a record $48.5B in 2024 – an increase of 500K visitors and $1.3B in spending from 2023, according to pritzker.illinois.gov and @illinoisdceo.bsky.social's @enjoyillinois.bsky.social#Illinois 🔥 More here: https://bit.ly/3JzhkLF

Cronus Chemicals will construct a $2B fertilizer production facility in #TuscolaIL, a HUGE win for our state. Supported by an EDGE agreement with @illinoisdceo.bsky.social‬, Cronus' investment will help #Illinois reduce its reliance on imported nitrogen products: https://bit.ly/4fY51oo