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04.30.2024
Philip B. Clement Named President & CEO, World Business Chicago
CHICAGO— Mayor Brandon Johnson and World Business Chicago Vice-Chair Charles Smith announce that Philip B. Clement has been tapped to serve as president and CEO of World Business Chicago.
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10.15.2024
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON LEADS SUCCESSFUL INTERNATIONAL ECONOMIC MISSION, SECURES KEY INVESTMENTS & STRENGTHENS TIES WITH LONDON
Discussions focused on collaboration across sectors where Chicago excels, including food innovation, clean energy, business services, and the economic impact of international sports and tourism.
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10.08.2024
CHICAGO, HOME TO THE NATION’S LARGEST, ENGAGED, SISTER CITIES PROGRAM, ANNOUNCES VIBRANT GLOBAL CELEBRATIONS AND COMMITTEE PLANS FOR THE 2024 CHICAGO MARATHON
CHICAGO (October 1, 2024) – The upcoming Chicago Marathon, one of the world’s premier athletic events, not only highlights the strength and perseverance of its runners but also serves as…
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10.24.2024
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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How Foreign Investment Powers Chicago’s Economic Growth
Foreign direct investment (FDI) continues to shape Chicago’s economic landscape, driving growth, innovation, and industry transformation. Today, World Business Chicago’s Research Center releas
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This week’s Business Pulse spotlights the transformative impact of community-based development through the lens of the 2025 Chicago Neighborhood Development Awards. In partnership with LISC, the
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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 cha
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12.04.2024
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 competitiv
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11.14.2024
The 2024 Chicago International Gala
This week, we’re taking a brief pause from our usual economic development-topic-focused format to celebrate the city’s extraordinary international connectivity, as showcased at the annual Chicago
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