Lake County is experiencing unprecedented business momentum, achieving its strongest year on record in 2025 with $633 million in direct capital investment - the most significant single-year increase in at least 28 years. The county attracted 1,862 new jobs and retained 1,333 existing positions, with most growth coming from manufacturing expansions and existing businesses doubling down on their Lake County presence. Tourism is thriving alongside business development, with visitor spending reaching $1.96 billion in 2024, supporting over 15,500 jobs and generating $71.1 million in local tax revenue - cementing Lake County's position as Illinois' third-largest tourism economy behind only Cook and DuPage counties.

Carrera is proud to support local businesses across Lake County with hands-on sales and marketing services that help small business owners drive new revenue within their communities and beyond. Whether you're running a manufacturing or distribution business in Waukegan or Round Lake Beach or operating a healthcare practice serving families in Libertyville or Gurnee, we deliver strategic outreach, competitive positioning, and targeted marketing campaigns tailored to your specific market. With over 19,700 small business establishments across the county, competition is fierce—but Carrera's intimate understanding of the local landscape gives you the edge you need to stand out, attract customers, and grow sustainably.