Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic OpportunityGovernment

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is the lead economic development agency for the U.S. state of Illinois. Its mandate is to foster economic growth, support small businesses, attract investment, and enhance workforce development across the state. The agency traces its origins to 1979 when it was established as the Department of Commerce and Community Affairs (DCCA) before being renamed DCEO in 2003 to emphasize its modern focus on economic opportunity.