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Chicago Joins Global La French Tech Community
As the startup capital of the Midwest United States, Chicago joins a global network of 100+ cities and countries around the world recognized as leaders in innovation and technology La…
Read MoreThe demand for a good cybersecurity workforce is enormous
The talk of cybersecurity training is getting louder – and for a good reason. During the pandemic, 90% of companies have reported an increase in cyber attracts. As technology overpowers the world…
Read MoreHow Forager, Blue Yonder & p44 Are Modernizing Cross-Border Shipping
Instant rates, easy booking, and 24/7 freight tracking coming soon to Blue Yonder cross-border shippers Cross-border supply chains are time-consuming, murky, and complex. It can take hours to get a rate for a single cross-border lane and companies with U.S. – Mexico shipments frequently lose visibility south of the border. An incorrectly filed customs…
Read MoreVaccine Roll Out in Action: Ferrara
As vaccinations begin to accelerate, the months ahead present among the most profound and crucial communications challenges for business leaders. To help answer the challenge, we asked the corporate affairs…
Read More2021 Chicago Consular Corps Gala Returns to the Chicago Hilton
CHICAGO – (March 11, 2021) – World Business Chicago (WBC) here announces plans for the 2021 Chicago Consular Corps Gala, including in-person elements planned in the Grand Ballroom at the…
Read MoreChicago Named Top Corporate Metro Eight Years in a Row
CHICAGO NAMED TOP CORPORATE METRO EIGHT YEARS IN A ROW Chicago leads the nation in corporate investment in 2020, according to Site Selection magazine CHICAGO (March 1, 2021)— Mayor Lori…
Read MoreMeet Portal Innovations
In early March, Portal Innovations will formally open the first lab in its premier life sciences-focused venture development engine in Chicago’s Fulton Market neighborhood, where it will provide the crafted…
Read MoreBlack History Month 2021
Historically, Black-owned businesses have served as gathering spots in our communities, providing a strong sense of ownership and belonging. And today, as more Black businesses come online, they’re creating new…
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