Illinois Rocks When It Comes to Supporting Women-Owned Businesses

In Illinois there are nearly 561,000 women-owned businesses employing more than 661,000 workers and bringing in $165 billion in revenue each year. During this monthlong celebration, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) has been elevating resources and events to help bolster Illinois’ women-owned businesses and aspiring female entrepreneurs.

During October DCEO is celebrating National Women's Business Month throughout October by recognizing the significant contributions of women-owned businesses across the state.

“I’m proud to celebrate the wealth of women-owned businesses across our state – and the thousands of talented women who’ve helped establish Illinois’ vibrant business community as the best in the nation,” said Gov. JB Pritzker.

Read on to learn of additional resources that are available to women-owned IL businesses.