Champaign County Economic Development

The Champaign County Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC) is a public-private partnership focused on promoting economic growth and business development in Champaign County, Illinois. While not a biotechnology company itself, the CCEDC is a critical enabler of the regional life sciences and ag-tech ecosystem, leveraging the research power of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The organization provides site selection services, technical assistance, and workforce development support to companies in the biotech, healthcare, and technology sectors. It serves as a primary liaison for startups and established firms looking to utilize the region's specialized infrastructure, such as the University of Illinois Research Park.