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“Why Illinois? The Best Place To Do Business”

• Strategic Location: Centrally positioned in North America, Illinois offers unparalleled access to global markets, with major cities and nearly the entire U.S. population reachable within a four-hour flight.
• Robust Infrastructure: Boasting the third-largest interstate highway system, six Class I railroads, and the only U.S. state with all six in two locations, Illinois ensures efficient transportation and logistics for businesses.
• Skilled Workforce: With 6.5 million people in the labor force and over a third holding a bachelor’s degree or higher, Illinois provides a highly educated talent pool supported by over 240 higher education institutions.
• Diverse Economy: Home to over 30 Fortune 500 companies and a thriving startup ecosystem, Illinois fosters innovation across various industries, contributing to its status as the 5th largest GDP in the nation.
• Business-Friendly Environment: Ranked as the #1 Midwest state for business creation by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Illinois offers a supportive ecosystem for businesses of all sizes and sectors.

Cathriona Fey is a Business Development Director at Intersect Illinois. Prior to joining Intersect, Cathriona worked in urban planning consulting and commercial real estate. She completed a fellowship with World Business Chicago supporting the Chicago Anchors for a Strong Economy (CASE ) initiative and interned for the Trust for Public Land as they began the conversion and development of the Bloomingdale Trail, also known as the 606.

Cathriona received both her Bachelor of Business Administration and Master of Urban Planning degrees with a focus in Economic Development and Environmental Planning from the University of Iowa. Born and raised in Chicago, Cathriona resides in the city with her husband and two daughters.

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