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July 31, 2025

Chicago’s tech workforce growth, top employers, and the education pipeline fueling the region’s digital economy

This week’s edition of The WBC Business Pulse, powered by LinkedIn offers a look at Chicagoland’s tech workforce, mapped through a nationally recognized government framework that defines the computer and…

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July 10, 2025

Artificial intelligence isn’t on the horizon—it’s a defining force in today’s economy…

In a new analysis released this week, the World Business Chicago Research Center unveils a first-of-its-kind map of the region’s AI economy, led by Research Manager Himashi Jayasundera and Vice…

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June 03, 2025

Chicago-Style Flavor, Global Impact: Ajinomoto to Spotlight Umami at IFT FIRST

Chicago leads the nation in food manufacturing, and this summer, the world’s top food scientists, innovators, and tastemakers will gather here for IFT FIRST, the largest food science and innovation…

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April 29, 2025

Tariffs & Trade: Chicago at the Crossroads

As the U.S. tariff landscape shifts by the week, the Chicago region’s business community faces rising costs, a volatile supply chain, and growing uncertainty. Tariffs of up to 145% on…

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April 23, 2025

Why Quantum Matters & Why Chicagoland is the Region to Watch

This week marked World Quantum Day, an annual moment of global reflection on one of the most promising—and least understood—technologies shaping our future: quantum computing. Across the globe, researchers, governments,…

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April 23, 2025

From the Tien Shan Mountains to Chicagoland Markets: How Arashan Embodies Chicago’s Global Food Economy

Chicago is more than a food capital—it’s where global tradition meets bold innovation. Anchored by industry titans like Ferrero, Mars, McDonald’s, Kraft Heinz, Mondelēz International, Conagra Brands, and ADM— Chicagoland’s…

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January 23, 2025

A Reflection on Chicago-China Partnerships

Chicago-China Partnerships: A Decade of Progress and Prosperity Chicago’s Global Friendship with China Two Sister Cities: Chicago has a unique distinction with China. It maintains sister city relationships with Shanghai…

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December 04, 2024

Cook County Fuels Manufacturing Growth with Workforce Innovation

Manufacturing is a cornerstone of Cook County’s economy, powering innovation and providing vital career opportunities across diverse industries. Despite its resilience, the sector faces evolving challenges, including talent shortages, technological…

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