We’re your connection… If you need economic / industry data, site location assistance, state and local incentive information, or tools to promote Chicago as a business destination, we can help. We have the connections and knowledge to serve as a liaison in nearly every business sector.

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How We Help

If your company is looking to relocate or expand in Chicago, we're your resource. WBC staff navigates the site selection process for businesses by providing economic and industry data, site location assistance, state and local incentive information. We bring together key parties in the public and private sectors to spur and accelerate economic growth in the Chicago area. In addition, WBC provides the marketing tools necessary to showcase Chicago as the ultimate global business location.

To find out more about WBC’s efforts, read our success stories or contact us for more information.

Rita R. Athas President 312.553.4927	Dennis Vicchiarelli Managing Director 312.553.4354 Email
Carrie Simmons Director of Operations 312.553.4330 Email	Dan Lyne Director of Technology Development 312.553.4623 Email
Adrienne Fasano Director of Marketing 312.553.4727 Email	Tom Bartkoski Director of International Business Development 312.553.4728 Email
Jake Trussell Creative Director 312.553.4659 Email	Lori Bush Director of Business Development 312.553.4719 Email
Carolyn Kae Phillips Director of Strategic Initiatives 312.553.4614 Email	Liz Jellema Director of Research 312.553.4908 Email
Karley Sweet Public Relations Consultant 312.553.4658 Email	Jennifer Xu Research Associate 312.553.4952 Email
JoAnn Eckmann Regional Liaison 312.553.4514 Email	Tedd Carrison Research Analyst 312.553.2160 Email
Vernita Gary Executive Assistant 312.553.4927 Email	Maggie Rosado Administrative Assistant 312.553.4628 Email