When we compete as one, we win. That’s the story of the Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership (GCEP)—and it’s on full display in the newly released 2025 Year in Review produced by World Business Chicago. This past year proved what’s possible when our region shows up aligned: a unified front that is attracting global investment, driving job growth, and strengthening our competitive edge. Together, Chicagoland delivered:
🏆 #1 U.S. metro ranking for corporate relocation and investment
🏆 19,600+ jobs created through business expansions and new market entries
🏆 $1.7B in worker earnings generated across the region
🏆 Major global wins from companies like Abbott Labs and Osaka Soda
🏆 Expanded international engagement, including a trade mission to Japan and continued economic growth
And behind it all: a simple but powerful idea—regional collaboration is our competitive advantage. GCEP is proving that when Chicago and its surrounding counties align around a shared vision, we don’t just compete—we lead.