Make It In Illinois Manufacturing Initiative Announcement

On Tuesday, October 1, Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), local leaders, and workforce partners at Richard J. Daley College gathered at Daley’s Manufacturing Technology and Engineering Center (MTEC) to announce the launch of “Make It In Illinois,” the State of Illinois’ first manufacturing marketing campaign. “Make It In Illinois” is a $5 million campaign focused on revitalizing Illinois’ manufacturing sector by attracting new talent and changing perceptions about careers in manufacturing. Building upon the state’s strong manufacturing industry and storied history, the key campaign objectives includes boosting enrollment in manufacturing-aligned training programs and apprenticeships.