The Will County Center for Economic Development (CED), a not-for-profit foundation, is a one-stop shop for information and assistance in locating or expanding a business in Will County. Business Recruitment New business recruitment, prospect development and marketing. Business Retention/Expansion Countywide retention survey and utilization of business assistance programs to ensure that Will County's existing employers have what they need to grow and prosper. Community Development Quality Indicators for Economic Development, an annual analysis of quality of life performance in ten areas and identification of county infrastructure needs. Workforce Readiness Identification of employer workforce needs, skill sets and customized training and coordination of workforce education programs. Major Infrastructure Projects Support for special projects, e.g. the extension of I-355, the widening of I-55, construction of the third major airport at Peotone for the Chicago region, and continued upgrades for corporate aircraft at Lewis Airport. Government Affairs Coordination of political activity in support of economic development and infrastructure initiatives.   More Information

Our Office: Will County Center for Economic Development 116 N. Chicago St. Two Rialto Square Suite 101 Joliet, IL 60432-4204   815.723.1800 815.723.6972 fax