CASE - Key Persons

"Illinois has a strong track record of winning international investments from both within the US and from around the world. It is the most successful state in the Midwest in attracting Foreign Direct Investment and the 4th most successful in the nation. We have already attracted over 2000 foreign corporations doing business in Illinois, employing more than 300,000 Ilinois residents directly. Illinois has the fifth largest state economy in the US, with a Real GDP of $780.340 billion (2021) It is also a very diverse economy with billion-dollar industries including information technology and communications, life sciences, advanced manufacturing, plastics, chemicals, renewable energy, aerospace, agriculture and food production, warehouse and distribution, automotive, and financial services. More recently the state has an aggressive growing EV industry as a result of a new clean energy bill and the REV act that have been passed into law offering favorable incentives. (Reimagining Electric Vehicle Act) Chicago, Illinois's largest city, is an economic powerhouse with a with a Real GDP $618.616 billion (2019) and a population of 9.3 million in the metropolitan area making it the perfect spot for starting a foreign LLC or any other form of corporation in Illinois. Centrally located, Chicago provides nonstop flights to more than 200 cities worldwide and serves as a hub for all seven major North American railroads and all major U. Encouraging and supporting foreign corporations doing business in Illinois is a key priority for us. My office, based in Brussels, with its dedicated staff, has over 40 years' experience in assisting European companies interested in the US market. You will find our services, explained below in greater detail, which are tailor-made to address your company's needs for starting a business in Illinois.