Intersect Illinois

Glenn Eden emphasizes that tourism is not just a "nice to have" but a "powerful economic engine." Glenn, who is wrapping up six years as board chair for @ChooseChicago, makes a strong case to Chicagoans to be proud ambassadors of their city.: bit.ly/44HLbIU

What an incredible first day of the inaugural Global Quantum Forum, a two-day event bringing together prominent leaders from all over the world. We're proud hosts alongside @P33Chicago and the @ChicagoCouncil.

#Illinois universities continue to drive opportunity. 🌟 @UISedu's Innovation Center announced it will lease space at @HoraceMann's #SpringfieldIL campus to expand its programs focused on innovation, entrepreneurship, and collaboration: bit.ly/4kDpbET

Our President and CEO Christy George was honored to help kick off Aspen Ideas Climate last night by moderating a fireside chat with Jeremy O'Brien, CEO of @PsiQuantum and a member of our board. 🙌 Missed the opening plenary last night? WATCH it here: bit.ly/3GPeHVe

Leading automotive seating manufacturer @Adient will establish a facility in #NormalIL to assemble seat components for @Rivian, underscoring #Illinois' global reputation as an #EV manufacturing hub. More in release by @GovPritzker and @IllinoisDCEO: bit.ly/44ZJHd8

Tune in this morning to watch our very own Preeti Chalsani on @nbcchicago's Tech Trends with @Charlienews! Preeti will discuss this week's Global Quantum Forum that we're hosting with @P33Chicago and the @ChicagoCouncil for @GoTechChicago. Watch here: bit.ly/4fgWI6Z

ICYMI: Supported by EDGE, Universal Destinations & Experiences, the themed entertainment division of @comcast @NBCUniversal, is bringing its latest concept, the Universal Horror Unleashed, to #Chicago. 👻 More in @WGNNews: bit.ly/3IiO5vT

Did you know that one of the country's largest marker manufacturers is right here in #Illinois AND is growing? 🌱 U-Mark, Inc. in #BellevilleIL produces over 7 million markers annually and recently announced an expansion: bit.ly/3GOjmqn

Sun Metalon is making strides in #Illinois. Read all about it in this @CanaryMediaInc profile on the #cleanenergy startup's innovative recycling technology! We are proud to have played a role in attracting the #cleanenergy startup to #BeInIllinois: bit.ly/4lz7CqI

We are PUMPED to help host the inaugural Global Quantum Forum next week alongside @P33Chicago and @ChicagoCouncil. 🎉 As the centerpiece of @GoTechChicago Week, the forum will be a big moment for #Illinois to tout its global leadership in #quantum. Thank you to our sponsors!

Exciting news for #Illinois' innovation ecosystem! @GovPritzker and @IllinoisDCEO awarded 4️⃣ grants to support entrepreneurship and innovation in key growth industries throughout the state. Read the release here: bit.ly/3GD3Xcq

Join us in welcoming Lucia Bertone-Ledford to the team! In her new role at Intersect, Lucia manages complex business recruitment projects, drives proactive outreach, and more. Learn about her here: bit.ly/453PRJp

.@UChicago is one of the WORLD's top 10 institutions for #quantum physics, according to @NaturePortfolio. From establishing the @ChicagoQuantum to offering one of the nation's first #quantum PhDs, UChicago is driving quantum innovation: go.nature.com/453gfE4

ICYMI: #Illinois earned its highest overall ranking in @CNBC's "Top States for Business," a reflection of the state's tremendous improvements to its business climate. Notably, Illinois has jumped 26 spots since 2007 and 17 spots since 2019. More here: bit.ly/3TwZFpK

Great news from @GovPritzker and the @IllinoisDCEO! Pure Lithium will relocate its entire operation from Boston to #Chicago as it scales up for commercial production. 🙌🥳 We were proud to help attract Pure Lithium to #BeInIllinois. More here: bit.ly/462BUgT

ICYMI: @CapitolNewsIL dives into how #Illinois is "courting" #quantum. From the development of the #IQMP to building industry connections, Illinois is positioning itself as the industry's global capital. Read the story here: bit.ly/4nz8mxy

The Chicago Rockford International Airport saw a YoY increase in total landed weight (more than 3.1B lbs!) and an improved ranking by @FAANews, underscoring its role as a crucial player in the cargo industry. Learn more here: bit.ly/4eHE2gm

The inaugural Global Quantum Forum is not your average conference; it's a historic moment uniting leaders across disciplines and country lines, further positioning #Illinois as the world's #quantum capital. More in the release: bit.ly/4eAc6uC

#Chicago-based @AbbottNews and Vermillio were named among @TIME's 100 Most Influential Companies of 2025! 🎉 ➡️ Full Abbott profile: bit.ly/3Gss4dB ➡️ Full Vermillio profile: bit.ly/44e8bjK

Congratulations to our board member and @NIUlive President Lisa C. Freeman on being named among the Top 50 Women Leaders in Education for 2025 by Women We Admire. 👏👏👏 Learn about her recognition here: bit.ly/4nvq7ha