About
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) supports businesses and helps them thrive in Illinois. They offer programs to help start, support, and grow businesses, including access to capital, grant opportunities, incentives and tax credits, and equity-focused business support. DCEO also provides resources for minority, veteran, and woman-owned businesses.
Services
Region-specific business servicesAssistance starting a business in IllinoisAccess to capitalGrant opportunitiesIncentives and tax creditsEquity-focused business supportTrade & Investment assistanceCommunity developmentEmployment and training programsSmall business servicesInternational business development servicesBroadband expansionMinority, Veteran & Woman Owned Business ResourcesCannabis Social EquityIllinois Grocery Initiative