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March 06, 2025

Behind the Scenes at WBC: Powering Chicago’s Growth & Innovation

We are actively shaping the economic future of the Chicago region, working in close partnership with Mayor Brandon Johnson and his administration, the Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership, our board of…

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December 04, 2024

The Digital Imperative: Why Chicago’s Small Businesses Must Embrace Technology in 2024

In today’s fast-paced marketplace, Chicago’s small businesses are at a pivotal moment. Digital transformation is no longer optional—today it is essential for survival, growth, and competitiveness in a connected world.…

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October 08, 2024

CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL GALA TO CELEBRATE GLOBAL LEADERSHIP & CHICAGO’S ROLE ON THE WORLD STAGE

CHICAGO, Oct. 8, 2024 – World Business Chicago announces the 2024 Chicago International Gala will occur on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at the Field Museum of Natural History. The event…

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September 16, 2024

Registration Now Open for Fintech Startups to Join Inaugural Future-of-FinTech Week in Chicago

CHICAGO, Sept. 16, 2024 – World Business Chicago, the city’s economic development agency, announces the inaugural Future-of-FinTech Week, September 23-27, 2024. Registration for invite-only investor and startup events is now open. All…

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September 06, 2024

WORLD BUSINESS CHICAGO EXPANDS BOARD WITH LEADERSHIP IN TECH, AI, AND QUANTUM COMPUTING FROM MICROSOFT & PSIQUANTUM

CHICAGO – September 5, 2024 — World Business Chicago is pleased to announce the ratification of two new members to its board of directors: Tony Surma, CTO of Microsoft, and Professor…

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September 05, 2024

Empowering Chicago’s Emerging Businesses

Today, we celebrate the latest cohort of small business owners graduating from World Business Chicago’s Chi Capital Accelerator program—a transformative 12-week financial boot camp designed to equip entrepreneurs with the…

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August 22, 2024

Why Chicago is the Place to Be for Business—Now and in the Future

As we conclude this historic week with the Democratic National Convention putting Chicago in the global spotlight, the city’s energy and economic strength are on full display. Earlier this week,…

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August 19, 2024

Seizing the DNC Spotlight: Showcasing Chicago as the Premier Business Destination

As the Democratic National Convention kicks off next week, World Business Chicago is seizing this incredible opportunity to showcase why Chicago is the best city in America to start, expand,…

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