Unique Characteristics (Cook County Bureau of Economic Development)

  • The Bureau operates both as a funder, providing grants to nonprofits and workforce partners, and as a policymaker, influencing workforce development strategies and compliance with laws like WIOA. This dual role allows it to integrate funding and policy perspectives into its initiatives.


This content is based on interviews or email correspondence with Michael Thompson in 2024. This draft content has NOT yet been signed off by the organization.