At a Glance

WHY ILLINOIS

Located in the heart of the U.S., Illinois is a unique global business destination that has all of the attributes companies need to succeed. The state offers unmatched talent throughout a diverse array of industries, along with world-class infrastructure that allows companies to move their people and products quickly and efficiently via air, rail, road and water.

ABOUT INTERSECT ILLINOIS

Intersect Illinois is the only statewide economic development organization focused on bringing new businesses, jobs, and investment to Illinois. We help companies navigate the site selection process by providing data, location assistance, connections and more.

Illinois Is Where the Heart Is

In Illinois, talent, innovation, transportation and infrastructure converge and the nation’s top businesses thrive.

In Illinois, businesses, people and goods are within a four-hour flight of the entire North American market and home to the world's most connected airport.

In Illinois, companies benefit from a world-class transportation and logistics network, reliable, low-cost energy, abundant water and natural resources and a highly educated workforce supported by more than 247 higher education institutions.

In Illinois, over 30 Fortune 500 companies and more than 2,000 international industry leaders are happy to be at home.

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