Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)

The Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is the lead state agency responsible for improving Illinois' competitiveness in the global economy. Guided by an innovative regional approach, DCEO administers a wide range of economic and workforce development programs, services and initiatives designed to create and retain high quality jobs and build strong communities. DCEO leads the Illinois economic development process in partnership with businesses, local governments, workers and families.www.commerce.state.il.us/dceo

DuPage County Workforce Development Division (workNet DuPage)

workNet DuPage offers a variety of services to those seeking to enhance their skills in the workplace and to employers looking for a qualified pool of labor. Through workNet DuPage, employers can work with staff to identify potential employees and post job openings on a state wide database. In addition to linking employees and employers, workNet DuPage administers a workforce training grant program. This program is available to businesses who wish to upgrade the skills of their incumbent workforce.www.worknetdupage.org

College of DuPage Business and Professional Institute
www.cod.edu/BPI

llinois Small Business Development Center

The Small Business Development Center assists entrepreneurs and small business managers in the areas of business management, marketing, finance and operations.

The Center for Customized Solutions

The Center for Customized Solutions responds to the needs of business and industry by custom designing programs and assessments that build employee job skills and productivity. We deliver convenient on-site, customized programs that can help improve your company's quality and profitability while giving you the competitive edge you need to survive in today's fast-changing global marketplace.

llinois International Trade Center

Free market research and consulting assistance is offered to Illinois companies that are interested in exporting their products or services.

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