Insights

For the second year in a row, Illinois ranked as the #2 state in the country for corporate expansion and relocation projects in 2023.

The team at Intersect Illinois will connect with pharmaceuticals and biotechnology industry leaders at Interphex 2024 in New York City April 16-18. The conference provides the unique opportunity to bridge the gap between science and business and offers a comprehensive view of advancements in pharmaceutical manufacturing and innovation.

The United States and Canada share the best and most productive trading partnership in the world, a bond that supports millions of jobs in each country. The U.S. accounts for nearly three-quarters of Canadian exports, while Canada is the top market for nearly two-thirds of American states. Clearly, the opportunities for Canadian businesses to expand in the U.S. are vast and promising. But choosing the right point of entry is critical.

If you’re in the clean energy sector, you already know that this spring-summer will be one for the books. The team at Intersect Illinois is preparing accordingly, as we gear up to attend tradeshows across the U.S. to explore the future of clean energy technologies.

Diversity of industries is hugely important for a stable economy and a factor that companies from all industries should look at when deciding on a location. In a diverse economy, industries work together and build upon one another.

The quest for a skilled workforce has become increasingly elusive for many industries. Millions of jobs are going unfilled even as workers are seeing their skills disrupted.

It wouldn’t be Valentine’s Day without candy, and Illinois plays a big part in ensuring the holiday of love is as sweet as ever. The state has the second-largest candy economy in the U.S., while Chicago has long been known as the world’s Candy Capital. With its long history in candy making, Illinois continues to position itself as a top location for food companies seeking favor with sweethearts everywhere.

In the heart of America, Illinois pioneers agricultural advancement and technological innovation, bridging two worlds for the betterment of humanity and progress in sustainability.

Illinois has been named the top location in the region for workplace development by Site Selection Magazine, underscoring the state’s overall employment climate, deep pool of skilled talent and robust investment in education and training.