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Index Shows Midwest Economic Growth Remained Above Average in November

Last week, the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago released November 2014 figures for its Midwest Economy Index (MEI). The MEI is a weighted average of 129 indicators designed to measure non-farm…

From China to Mexico: Chicago’s Global Engagement at Work

In-person convenings matter. Last week, a Chicago-led delegation traveled to Beijing, Hangzhou, and Hong Kong, engaging directly with business and government leaders at a time of both challenge and opportunity…

Revitalizing Chicago Neighborhoods With Missing-Middle Housing

Cities thrive when working families, first-time buyers, and long-time residents can find homes they can afford. Yet in metro areas nationwide, the “missing middle” has quietly disappeared—These include the walk-ups,…

Accessible. Vibrant. Unstoppable: Chicago’s Formula for Global Appeal

Chicago’s reputation as one of the world’s great cities is no accident. From legendary music festivals and blockbuster events to curated art fairs, farmers markets, world-renowned architecture, iconic museums, Michelin-starred…

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…

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…

City of Chicago, Cook County & Six Chicagoland Counties Announce First-Ever Regional Partnership for Economic Development

“A powerful force for driving growth and creating opportunities throughout the region.” CHICAGO — Today, regional leaders announced the formation of the Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership, a first-of-its-kind united effort…

Priority Industries

Cultivating Relationships Across Chicago's Dynamic Industries Connect with us about your corporate growth or expansion, and learn why Chicago is a top-ranked city in the U.S. and world for business.Contact…

transportation and logistics tech sector

Transportation & Logistics Tech Chicago is where the transportation, distribution and logistics (TD&L) meet innovation: we’re a top market globally for logistics tech. As the nation’s transportation and logistics hub,…

manufacturing sector

Manufacturing Chicago has been famously called "The City that Works." We have that moniker because Chicago has one of the largest manufacturing industries in the U.S. Explore the Manufacturing industry profile. …