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Year in Review 2023
Chicago Business Bulletin: Year in Review 2023 On March 1, 2024, Chicagoland secured its 11th consecutive Top Metro in the U.S. for Corporate Relocation and Site Selection, showcasing economic…
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Chicago: #1 U.S. Metro for Corporate Relocation & Site Selection, 11 years running, by Site Selection Magazine
“The sense of regionalism exemplified by the Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership will only reinforce the area’s attractiveness to tech, logistics, innovation, and vibrant young talent in an economy as diverse…
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Chicago is the #1 metro for VC-backed companies founded by women.
Women-founded VC-backed companies are well represented in Chicago relative to other cities, but they are raising a smaller share of VC funding Chicago is outperforming most cities when it comes…
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Chicago named Best Big City in the U.S. by readers of Condé Nast Traveler for an astounding seventh straight year
*This press release was originally published by Choose Chicago. Historic achievement is a testament to Chicago’s enduring allure as a destination and follows an outstanding summer of travel to Chicago…
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The National Science Foundation Designates Chicagoland as a Quantum Hub
The federal government under the Biden-Harris administration, names the Chicago region as an Innovation Technology Hub for Quantum Tech. This milestone for Chicago land is a prestigious recognition that opens…
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Chicago Named Host City, 2024 Democratic National Convention
Chicago’s bid to host the Democratic National Convention (DNC) was a success, with Chicago named as the host city for the 2024 Democratic National Convention. This tremendous win is an…
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Black History Spotlight – Blake Anthony-Johnson
A Conversation with Blake-Anthony Johnson, CEO and President of Chicago Sinfonietta Blake-Anthony Johnson’s multifaceted career has included work as a performer, collaborator, recording artist, and educator. With a focus on…
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Black History Spotlight – Leon Walker
Meet Leon Walker Over the past 20 years, Leon I. Walker, Esq., has spearheaded cutting-edge community development projects that have generated thousands of new jobs and brought grocery stores and…
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