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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

10 months

Thank you Governor, it's an honor to serve.

Governor JB Pritzker

@GovPritzker

1 year

Welcome to @JohnAtkinsonIL as he takes on his new role as Chair of Intersect Illinois! Looking forward to working together to expand economic growth for our state. I'd also like to take this time to thank Jim Reynolds for his service and wish him well in his future endeavors.

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John Atkinson

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5 months

@RichardERoeper was he cordial?

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

@John_Kass You don’t have a column.

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

Always good for Illinois when I get to talk #EconomicDevelopment with @PeteButtigieg He is doing a great job implementing the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill across America and partnering with governors like @GovPritzker on Illinois priorities @intersectillin1

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

10 months

@KandissTaylor you are a sick, sad and pathetic person

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

4 months

@RepBoebert that you voted against

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

2 months

@realBlagojevich You’re a loser and a criminal

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

@John_Kass Your dog whistle is audible to all.

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

Thank you Mr Secretary we appreciate all the work you do to help us leverage our amazing infrastructure and transportation resources in IL to drive Economic Development #beinIllinois @intersectillin1

Pete Buttigieg

@PeteButtigieg

1 year

@johnatkinsonil @intersectillin1 Congratulations! Great to see you taking on this important role for Illinois at such a vital time.

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

@GovLarryHogan @CBSNews if you do this, you will go down in history as the man who delivered the presidency to Trump and who out the final nail in the coffin of our Democracy

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

10 months

@janschakowsky @RepNikkiB @RepCasten @RepDannyDavis @rep_jackson @CongressmanRaja @repdeliaramirez very disappointing

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

2 months

So glad I own a @Rivian - thanks @RJScaringe !

Elon Musk

@elonmusk

2 months

The goal all along has been to import as many illegal voters as possible

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

1/2) I’m thrilled to announce that I will be stepping into the role of Chairman on the @intersectillin1 Board of Directors to support the organization's efforts to bring new jobs, new investment and economic prosperity to our great state. #BeInIllinois

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 month

(1/4) The historic Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP) is here: A quick 🧵 on what this means and why it’s hard to overstate the impact this campus will have on #Illinois :

U.S. Steel South Works site wins massive quantum project

The long-dormant South Side site now is the centerpiece of J.B. Pritzker's effort to turn Illinois into a technology leader.

www.chicagobusiness.com

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

4 months

@tonyannett Maybe do some research. his foundation has been transformational in developing young leaders across the world and building up an equity focused for young black men. #transformational

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 month

Scenes from today’s press conference with @GovPritzker , @Intersect_IL and #TeamIllinois announcing the innovative new Quantum and Microelectronics Park. It’s an exciting time to #BeInIllinois ! #quantum #quantumcomputing

Intersect Illinois

@Intersect_IL

1 month

Today, #TeamIllinois was thrilled to join @GovPritzker to announce the launch of the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park. ⚛️ Focusing on more innovation in the industries of the future gives just one more reason to #BeinIllinois . Learn more:

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

2 months

@RepBoebert @JoeBiden Do you always film your porn movies in theaters?

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

3 months

@JonnyCacciatore @JBPritzker @TheWienerCircle abortion has nothing to do with infants

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

7 months

Illinois is a great place to do business, and ⁦ @GovPritzker ⁩ has helped #beinillinois

Actually, Illinois is a great place to do business right now. And Gov. Pritzker has helped

Some states have attempted to discredit Illinois as a great place to do business. Here's why they're wrong.

www.pjstar.com

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

2 months

@SteveSchmidtSES says the grifter who has never won a presidential race

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

Thank you @GovPritzker for this opportunity to serve under your leadership to help drive the economic development for our state. The momentum driven by your team, @intersectillin1 @IllinoisDCEO and Jim Reynolds is nothing short of fantastic. Today’s announcement of another

Governor JB Pritzker

@GovPritzker

1 year

Welcome to @JohnAtkinsonIL as he takes on his new role as Chair of Intersect Illinois! Looking forward to working together to expand economic growth for our state. I'd also like to take this time to thank Jim Reynolds for his service and wish him well in his future endeavors.

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

I want to thank @GovPritzker for this opportunity and more than excited to partner with the Governor, his team, @IllinoisDCEO and @intersectillin1 to drive economic growth here in Illinois #beinIllinois

Intersect Illinois

@Intersect_IL

1 year

We’re pleased to announce that John Atkinson has been nominated to lead Intersect Illinois’ board of directors. His experience will help advance our work to bring economic growth and jobs to #Illinois . Read the press release here:

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

@rycunni @ISBEnews @TonySandersSupt maybe read the United States Constitution

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

10 days

@royalpratt badge of honor

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

3 months

@DanCrenshawTX your pal

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

8 months

@BillAckman @CNBC @andrewrsorkin @Harvard @MIT @axelspringer it was a narcissistic rant, free from facts and big on your anti- equity agenda, and almost nobody watched.

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

7 months

Today, I joined Gil Quiniones of @ComEd and @Intersect_IL and Jack Lavin of @ChicagolandCmbr to discuss how energy will play a significant role in IL's #economicdevelopment , especially as we continue to attract high-growth industries w/ large power demands. #BeInIllinois

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

3 months

1/ Illinois is on the cutting edge of quantum technology. In this @CrainsChicago Q&A, Meera Raja, VP of Deep Tech at @P33Chicago , and I dive into the significance of quantum, preparing our workforce to meet the needs of this emerging industry and more:

Illinois is poised to become the country’s quantum computing hub

To make the most of their organizations, companies need to embrace a modern workforce of self-directed, high-performing teams.

www.chicagobusiness.com

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

It is a privilege to partner with leaders who support equity and fight for Illinois students every day! @ChicagoState @UofIllinois @UofILSystem @ILcctrustees @ISACFinAid @eiu @WesternU @IllinoisStateU @SIUC @SIUE @NIUlive @NEIU @ChiCityColleges @thisisUIC @partnershipfcc

Illinois Board of Higher Education

@IBHETweets

1 year

A diverse, equitable Illinois is a thriving Illinois! Board Chair @johnatkinsonil delivered some remarks at today's board meeting on his and the Board's commitment to an equitable and inclusive higher education system in IL. 1/8

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

3 months

Great work today. So proud to be a small part of #TeamIllinois Missing key players,Cas Lisa, Dan and Paulina Illinois’ MarketernChief to speak.He was great! ⁦ @GovPritzker ⁩ ⁦ @JBPritzker ⁩ ⁦ @AndyManar ⁩ ⁦⁦ @clairelindberg ⁩ #beinillinois

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

I want to thank @GovPritzker for this opportunity. I also want to thank the teams at the @IBHETweets (Illinois Board of Higher Ed) Im so proud of our work on our strategic plan to close equity gaps and help Illinois Thrive and also the State University Retirement System for their

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

6 months

The pride and joy of Illinois @quentinfulks made the case well on how @JoeBiden will win in 2024 @Lawrence show tonight! Well done!

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

11 months

Amazing turn out at @MarshMcLennan annual Global Real Estate and Hospitality Conference here in Chicago. Great opening session Navigating the Global Economy with renowned @SergioRebelo6 from @NorthwesternU #MarshREH

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

Thank you @SpeakerWelchIL for always leading on #equity and for supporting #highereducation for all Illinois students. Your leadership and accessibility is always appreciated @IBHETweets @SURSofIL

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

5 months

#EVDayIL is coming up! With keynotes, matchmaking sessions, a fireside chat with @GovPritzker and more, this inaugural conference is a can't-miss event for stakeholders across the #EV spectrum. Grab tickets while you can: #TeamIllinois #BeInIllinois

Intersect Illinois

@Intersect_IL

5 months

Centered around #Illinois ' EV supply chain, #EVDayIL will feature a fireside chat between @GovPritzker and our Chair @johnatkinsonil , plus representatives from @Gotion48660 , @Rivian , @LionElectricCo , @TCCI_Mfg and more. ⚡ 🔋 Space is limited:

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

15 days

@LindseyGrahamSC @BillClinton at least he’s living his true life

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

10 months

Chicago is emerging as the top destination for quantum technology. Thanks to @GovPritzker , IL is now home to four of the nation’s ten quantum centers. Learn more about the industry and why quantum start-up companies want to #BeInIllinois :

Quantum capital of the world: Emerging field that could solve ‘unsolvable’ problems

CHICAGO — Think of a corn maze as a problem. Think of the people in the maze as traditional computers trying to solve the problem. They’re limited to attempting one route at a time. But what i…

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

8 months

As Board Chair of @Intersect_IL , I was thrilled to speak alongside @GovPritzker and other key players about how #TeamIllinois is bringing inclusive economic growth and jobs to our state. It’s good to #BeInIllinois ! ICYMI, tune into the full remarks here:

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

8 months

@JoeTrippi The day you picked up your dog whistle and hooked your wagon to @PaulVallas you lost your right to just move on

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 month

(3/4) Why does this matter? Quantum has the potential to tackle many of the biggest challenges in health care, energy, transportation, financial services, agriculture and national security. We want those developments, jobs and investments to stay here in Illinois. Located just

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

6 months

Each St. Patrick’s Day, we have a tradition of delivering a shamrock shake to my friend, @TammyDuckworth today I had to track her down but thanks to her intrepid staff. I found her right outside of church this morning. #duckslikegreen #shamrockshake #HappyStPatricksDay2024

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

2 months

Huge news: Today, @Intersect_IL , our state partners and @DARPA announced the launch of the new Quantum Proving Ground here in Illinois! ⚛️ This investment will test and evaluate utility-scale quantum computing, expanding opportunities for the future. Learn more:

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

9 days

I guess when one gets called out for mocking kids with emotion and special needs, it highlights the cowardice underlying many of that ilk. #snowflakes #freespeech . #USA @amyjacobson @DanProft #freedom @MorningAnswer 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 month

@ArtCandee murder much?

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

@John_Kass @RealClearNews You don’t have a Sunday column, or a Monday-Saturday one either. You’re a blogger

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

6 months

Exciting day one at the @IMA_Today led Sustainable Aviation Fuel conference. Kudos to @Intersect_IL CEO Dan Seals for a great session today. Looking forward to joining @GovPritzker tomorrow. #beinillinois

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

Thank you @SenDuckworth for your engagement in telling the amazing #beinIllinois story and for leading on economic development Im excited for this new opportunity to serve our state

Tammy Duckworth

@SenDuckworth

1 year

Congratulations to my dear friend @johnatkinsonil on his new role as chair of @intersectillin1 ! I can think of no one better to help continue the work of expanding economic development in our state.

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

3 months

Illinois leaping into the future of chips #beinillinois #righttowin ⁦ @JBPritzker ⁩ ⁦ @P33Chicago ⁩ ⁦ @uofigrainger ⁩ ⁦ @UofIllinois ⁩ ⁦ @LauraUIRP ⁩ ⁦ @ChicagoQuantum ⁩ ⁦ @UChicago ⁩ ⁦ @NorthwesternU ⁩ ⁦ @argonne ⁩

How Illinois plans to leap into the future of semiconductors

With billions on the line for a national R&D center, Illinois makes a novel pitch to turn a weakness into a strength. Are the feds game?

www.chicagobusiness.com

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

4 months

7/ Between Rivian, Lion and Gotion, it’s clear that #EV companies want to #BeInIllinois . Thank you to the teams at @Intersect_IL , @IllinoisDCEO , @IMECillinois , @WorldBizChicago , @InnovateIL , @IMA_Today and others for putting on a great event. Until next year!

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

@AndyManar Clearly resonating with voters.

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

2 months

@Hilbe @Rivian @RJScaringe R1S. love it!! i’ve had a plaid, X - @Rivian technology and craftsmanship blows @Tesla away. No comparison.

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

8 months

These outstanding results highlighted by our Comptroller are the result of the tireless work of our Governor’s Office of Management and Budget, an amazing Deputy Governor, @AndyManar and his team, and @GovPritzker , who along with Speaker @ChrisWelch_JD and President @DonHarmonIL

Illinois Comptroller

@ILComptroller

8 months

Drumroll for our #Top10 Accomplishments Countdown! Securing the top spot at Number 1: Illinois achieved its 7th, 8th, and 9th credit upgrades this year! 📈 This isn’t just a win; it’s a triple win, paving the way for lower costs on crucial infrastructure projects. (1/2) #twill

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

3 years ago today and a long time coming . Let’s not lose the energy for justice that drove us to the streets in the summer of 2020 #equity #justice #BLM

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 month

(4/4) As Illinois prepares for the future, this historic investment will help us tackle bigger challenges and stay on the path toward innovation. I’m grateful for the leadership of Intersect Illinois’ new Chief Quantum Officer Preeti Chalsani as we continue this momentum in the

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

9 months

Very informative @CrainsChicago 's Power Lunch with @GovPritzker where he discussed the amazing Illinois resurgence, and incredible economic development investments here in Illinois. We have seen major investments in EV, Battery Manufacturing, Clean Energy, Quantum, Biotech, and

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

@Novella692 @Kelly4Humanity @VivekGRamaswamy okay then- lets repeal the Trump tax cuts and get to work!

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 month

(2/4) Illinois is already a world leader in this innovative industry, and now we’re able to support the full ecosystem of companies, researchers, suppliers and end users working to facilitate the development and commercialization of these technologies, including the world's first

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

10 months

Thrilled to welcome Rebecca Losli, President of Illinois American Water, and Dwayne Pickett, VP of Clean Hydrogen Market Development at Constellation, to the @intersectillin1 Board of Directors! #BeInIllinois

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

2 months

Way to set that newbie @GovWesMoore straight @GovPritzker . We have the best #Hotdogs in the world here in Illinois and @TheWienerCircle is the best of the best.

Governor JB Pritzker

@GovPritzker

2 months

Best in the nation? I think @TheWienerCircle would like a word. And let’s be honest, they went easy on you.

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

2 months

along with many business and civic leaders like @chicagosamir Anne Dempsey and my colleague from @IllinoisDCEO Mary Ma who leads our relationship in Beiging as we explore more ways to cooperate and drive investment.

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

11 days

@LeighGiangreco based on 3 interviews? I wish i owned the casino you frequented.

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

No actually Paul, hanging with right wing fanatics who want to gut public education, and build more handmaiden academies is shameless.

Paul Vallas

@PaulVallas

3 years

Feds provide $5 bil. in new COVID funds for IL public schools and Pritzker agrees to increase state K-12 funding by another $350 mil. Yet, Governor still tries to SLASH Tax Credit Scholarships for poor families who send kids to private schools, saving a paltry $14 mil. Shameless!

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 month

Today, @Intersect_IL welcomed Preeti Chalsani as our inaugural Chief Quantum Officer — a huge win for #TeamIllinois . I hope you’ll take a moment to learn a bit more about Preeti's decades of experience and what this announcement means for the future of quantum:

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

6 months

@AndyManar @MeetThePress @FaceTheNation @FoxNewsSunday Good one @AndyManar

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 month

My @CrainsChicago “Quick Take” is simple: Illinois is an economic development powerhouse. I was grateful for the opportunity to share my thoughts on why it’s good to #BeInIllinois with Jim Kirk, and share a bit about what’s next for us. Take a look:

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

9 months

Illinois is back, Pritzker declares in message that could go national | Crain's Chicago Business #beinilinois ⁦ @Intersect_IL ⁩

Illinois is back, Pritzker declares in message that could go national

The state’s attractiveness to business “is the best it’s been in a long time,” Pritzker said in an interview with Crain’s Group Publisher and Executive Editor Jim Kirk.

www.chicagobusiness.com

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

5 months

@JoeTrippi @ResoluteSquare @PaulVallas TYVM

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

10 months

Great news for Illinois and Kudos to @GovPritzker , his economic team, and the General Assembly who have worked tirelessly to restore fiscal health to our state. Its one more reason businesses want to invest here. #beinillinois

Illinois Comptroller

@ILComptroller

10 months

According to officials, the upgrade to an “A” rating is the ninth the state has received in recent years, with the agency praising Illinois’ approach to paying off a backlog of bills that had left the state billions of dollars in debt. #twill

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

6 months

Last thing I remember I was running for the door I had to find the passage back to the place I was before “Relax,” said the night man “We are programmed to receive You can check-out any time you like But you can never leave!” #hotelcalifornia

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

4 months

An amazing day @Rivian and to feel the culture that @RJScaringe has built in this amazing company! I’m a proud @rivian owner and love it!!

Intersect Illinois

@Intersect_IL

4 months

Great to have our Chairman @johnatkinsonil take part in today’s momentous announcement that Rivian is investing $1.5B in its #NormalIL facility. Thank you to @Rivian CEO @RJScaringe for his vision and commitment to this impressive #Illinois #manufacturing facility that will

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

8 months

@GovPritzker and his team worked very hard to show this company that Illinois earns investment by delivering good governance, world class workforce and incredible transportation and infrastructure! #beinillinois

Andy Manar

@AndyManar

8 months

Union jobs support families. My Grandfather retired from this factory after a lifetime of work. Today @GovPritzker joined Wieland to announce a $500 million modernization investment to secure 700+ jobs for East Alton & surrounding communities like my hometown Bunker Hill.

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

4 months

2/ Our economic ecosystem today is hardly recognizable from years past. Businesses of all kinds are taking notice of this momentum and, in 2023, Illinois ranked #2 in the nation for corporate expansions and relocations for the second year in a row.

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

7 months

@MorningAnswer as usual, you have no idea what you’re talking about.

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

7 months

How Energy Powers Economic Development - Intersect Illinois ⁦ @Intersect_IL ⁩ ⁦ @ComEd ⁩ ⁦ @chicagochamber ⁩

How Energy Powers Economic Development - Intersect Illinois

Intersect Chair John Atkinson joined ComEd CEO Gil Quiniones and Chicagoland Chamber CEO and President Jack Lavin to discuss how energy helps attract and retain business in Illinois. Intersect...

www.intersectillinois.org

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

Budgets are a balance of funding key priorities and improving fiscal health. Well, in Illinois, @GovPritzker has invested in healthcare early childhood and higher education and our fiscal house is in order!

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

@RepRobinKelly i’m so sorry Robin, Bonnie and i will keep you close in prayer.

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

@SpeakerWelchIL Mr Speaker, you have been an incredible force to elevate equitable economic development for our state and a leader in ensuring Illinois can compete. This is just one more example of what can be done with strong leadership and a #TeamIllinois approach. #beinillinois

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

3 months

@tonyannett We don’t negotiate with dictators unwilling to cede back land acquired from a sovereign nation. Last time I checked, Ukraine has a say, and they want their country back and democracy.

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

@PaulVallas I know Rahm Emanuel, Rahm Emanuel is a friend of mine. @PaulVallas , you are no @RahmEmanuel

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

Thank you @ChicagosMayor for joining us tonight as we celebrate @1MillionDegrees scholars and the amazing work of @ChiCityColleges and our drive for equity @IBHETweets

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

11 months

@anacaprana Fecklessness

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 month

@IlliniJen @GovPritzker ummm. statewide crime is down- #stoplying

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

4 months

Find out why more companies than ever want to #beinillinois

Intersect Illinois

@Intersect_IL

4 months

Illinois is prioritizing economic development. Our chairman, @johnatkinsonil , explains in @CrainsChicago : 📈Nine credit upgrades 🎓Robust talent pipeline 📍Central location & unmatched infrastructure ➡️Businesses want to #BeinIllinois

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

3 months

This is no accident. Leadership, fiscal discipline and creativity drive results. 6th balanced budget in a row, and the right people are taking notice. #beinilliois @JBPritzker @GovPritzker @SpeakerWelchIL @DonHarmonIL @Intersect_IL

Illinois muni-debt penalty shrinks as 'unexciting' budget passes

Illinois is closing the gap with its peers in the municipal-bond market as investors herald the passing of an on-time budget and a broad improvement in the state’s fiscal standing.

www.chicagobusiness.com

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

11 months

Serving as the Chairman of the Illinois Board of Higher Education @IBHETweets has been one of the greatest privileges and honors of my life. The amazing team at the IBHE, especially Ginger Ostro, has led extraordinary work over these past four years. 1/8

Illinois Board of Higher Education

@IBHETweets

11 months

Thank you, @johnatkinsonil , for your service to the students & families of IL! Your leadership as Chair of IBHE was key in developing & implementing IL’s equity-focused strategic plan for higher ed, #AThrivingIllinois . Your contributions will change lives for generations to come!

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

8 months

I am so proud to be a small part of @GovPritzker ‘s Economic Development Team. 2023 has been an amazing year as smart business investors know that Illinois is the place to be #beinillinois Dont’stop us now @GovPritzker @Intersect_IL @IllinoisDCEO

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@puffer_flnance

9 months

2023 was a record-setting year for #EconomicDevelopment under @GovPritzker – from attracting record-breaking company investments to topping the charts in national business climate rankings, learn why 2023 has been a banner year for Illinois: #BeInIllinois

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

2 years

@DanProft @JeanneIves @Colonelator lincoln is rolling over in his grave at the thought of being associated with the current ilk of GOP

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

10 months

ComEd Named Most Reliable Electric Utility in America Congrats to my friend and ⁦⁦ @intersectillin1 ⁩ board member Gil Quiniones @GQenergy his team ⁦ @ComEd ⁩ on this achievement. One more reason companies are flocking to #beinillinois

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

9 months

Well done @WorldBizChicago @Santa already drives a @Rivian (made in Illinois) On-shoring manufacturing in a state with clean low-cost reliable energy and a world-class diverse workforce makes the most sense as Santa thinks about making Christmas more sustainable. And here in

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

8 months

It’s hard to get traction trashing a state that leads the nation in corporate relocations, has 9 consecutive credit upgrades, is attracting massive investment from EV, Battery, Food, Quantum, Biotech, Advanced MFG and Clean Energy companies moving and creating jobs right here in

Capitol Fax

@capitolfax

8 months

Illinois Policy Institute ran $2.5 million deficit in 2022 as revenues fell by almost half, but group anticipates rebound

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

Illinois is a national leader in clean energy innovation, manufacturing, and jobs! It's exciting to see clean energy products made in our state, like the @Rivian EV vehicles showcased in a New York showroom. Keep an eye out for more Illinois-made clean energy products coming your

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

Thank you @ChicagosMayor for joining the @C2CChicago Backpack-a-thin yesterday.

CPS - Chicago Public Schools

@ChiPubSchools

1 year

On average, families spend $600+ annually on back-to-school supplies. Today at Daley Plaza, . @C2CChicago brought together over 700 volunteers to pack 30K+ backpacks with school supplies for students across the district.

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

11 months

well done- so important for equity

Gil Quiniones

@GQenergy

11 months

I highlighted today at @UChicago ’s “Chicagoland Broadband Equity & Inclusion Summit: Bridging The Digital Divide” how @ComEd ’s fiber+private LTE network buildout can help bridge the digital divide. Let’s work together on creating more equitable, more connected communities! #CEJA

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

10 months

I left yesterday’s meeting with @SenDuckworth Innovate Illinois, @P33Chicago @ChicagoQuantum feeling more energized than ever about Illinois’ promise as the quantum capital of the country. @intersectillin1

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

3 months

2/ Thanks to strategic investments and incentives from @GovPritzker — and the collaboration between @IllinoisDCEO , @Intersect_IL , @P33Chicago , @InnovateIL , @WorldBizChicago , @IMA_Today and others — Illinois will remain at the forefront.

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

Excited to kick off the State of #Illinois Gubernatorial Trade Mission to the United Kingdom with @GovPritzker , @SpeakerWelchIL business and higher ed leaders from Illinois:

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John Atkinson

@johnatkinsonil

1 year

Very productive day promoting business in Illinois with US Embassy team and key British Business and Higher Education leaders. They understand that Illinois is a great place to do business - fun fact - we are #2 in the country in corporate expansions and relocations