A regional economic collaboration between Chicago and the Seven Counties.
WHO WE ARE
OUR MISSION
The Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership (GCEP) is a first-of-its-kind regional alliance launched in 2023 to unite the City of Chicago with seven surrounding counties — Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry, and Will. Together, we promote inclusive growth, attract investment, and strengthen Chicagoland’s position as a leading global metro.
Managed by World Business Chicago, the city’s public-private economic development agency, GCEP combines the region’s unparalleled assets — from world-class freight and infrastructure to diverse talent, global industries, and premier research institutions — into a single, powerful voice.
By aligning strategies, leveraging economic development resources, and telling a shared story, GCEP helps the entire region compete globally, grow equitably,
and thrive together.
GCEP CONTACTS
GET IN TOUCH
DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT,
REGIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
ALEX ISERI
Alex is the primary liason for economic development and opportunities in the Greater Chicagoland Metro Area.
REGIONAL RESEARCH DIRECTOR
KALI ALOISI
Kali is the director of all economic research pertaining to the Greater Chicagoland Metro Area. Contact with research inquiries.
REGIONAL RESEARCH SENIOR MANAGER
BRIDGET HARNEY
Bridget is the senior manager of all economic research pertaining to the Greater Chicagoland Metro Area. Contact with research inquiries.
OUR REGIONAL PARTNERS
MEDIA
IN THE NEWS
CHICAGO SUN TIMES
World Business Chicago launches campaign to boost regional growth
CRAIN'S CHICAGO BUSINESS
Editorial: Combining forces on economic development is a smart move
CRAIN'S CHICAGO BUSINESS
Chicago, suburbs will combine economic development pitch
PR NEWSWIRE
Four Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership Counties Recognized Today Among "America's Best Counties"
FOUNDING PARTNER
TESTIMONIALS
We know we will achieve better results working together. The ability to share information and pool our resources makes this partnership truly a win-win for DuPage, Cook, the collar counties and the City of Chicago.
DAN CRONIN
CHAIR (2012-2022)
DUPAGE COUNTY
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