Our New Bureau Chief
We are pleased to announce Jay Stewart has been confirmed by the Cook County Board of Commissioners as the new Deputy Bureau Chief for the Cook County Bureau of Economic Development. Prior to his appointment, he served as our Deputy Bureau Chief, largely responsible for operations and administration. Since 2016, he worked alongside Mike Jasso, our former Bueau Chief, until Mike left us to accept a position on the west coast.
Jay came to the County with extensive administrative experience in government. He served as the Director for the Division of Professional Regulation - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (2011 to 2016). He also worked in the Office of the Governor (2009-2011). Prior to serving in state government, Jay was the Executive Director for the Better Government Association (2004 to 2009).
Jay holds a J.D.(with honors) from the DePaul University College of Law, and a Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from the State University of New York at Plattsburgh. When not at work, Jay enjoys camping, biking and hiking with his family.
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