The 46th Bank of America Chicago Marathon is more than just a race—it's a global event with major economic and cultural impact. With over 50,000 runners from 130+ countries, this year’s marathon is set to break records and generate millions for Chicago's local economy. In 2023 alone, the marathon brought in $547M in economic impact. From hotels and restaurants to retail and transportation, nearly every part of the city benefits. This year’s race will again feature activations from our Chicago Sister Cities International program, celebrating the vibrant global ties that make Chicago a true international hub. Plus, we’re cheering on local entrepreneurs like Harish Neelamana, co-founder of Convr, who says, “The Chicago Marathon exemplifies how our city brings the world together to take on new challenges and achieve great accomplishments.” Catch the full impact in this week’s Business Pulse 👇 #ChicagoMarathon #ChicagoGlobalConnections #EconomicImpact #SisterCities
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Mark Tebbe
Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship at University of Chicago Booth School of Business
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Kevin Willer
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Andrew Hayes
Strategic Executive Communications Leader | Brand Builder | Media Relations Expert | Community Engagement Advocate | Public Relations & Events…
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Phil Clement
Global Exec * Board Member * Growth Leader * Smart, Sustainable Systems * Digital Ecosystems * Mission Driven Organizations
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🏈 Go long! See how Monarc is changing the game with the world's first robotic quarterback. Monarc is a Chicago-based sports robotics company and recipient of the Rising Star Award at the 2024 Chicago Manufacturing Awards. "We'd like to be the world leader in sports robotics", says Monarc co-founder, Bhargav Maganti "And we think that Chicago is the perfect place to do it." #ManufacturingMonth #ManufacturinginChicago
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The 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon is just three days away and nine of our sister city committees will be hosting cheering stations! Congratulations to all of the marathon runners from our sister city countries & beyond. We can't wait to cheer you on this Sunday!📣 🏃 🎉
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Join us in welcoming another innovative company to Chicago! Today, London-based tech startup pirkx has officially named Chicago as its U.S. headquarters. Pirkx is a technology platform on a mission to make well-being benefits affordable and accessible to all—from mental health and counseling resources to discounts on gym memberships, groceries, and more. Currently, 91% of the global workforce lacks access to these essential benefits, leaving billions without critical support. Pirkx believes it’s an injustice that wellbeing benefits should only be available to a small minority working for large corporations with deep pockets, and they’re determined to change that. This exciting announcement is part of a broader strategic business development trip to London led by Mayor Brandon Johnson and World Business Chicago. The goal of the trip is to strengthen global ties, foster international partnerships, and generate new economic growth opportunities for the city. Congratulations to the first U.S. Pirkx members: Girls Inc., QUAD COMMUNITIES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, Chicago Sinfonietta, Back of the Yards Coffee Co., Here Here Market, Vietfive Coffee, Greektown Chicago SSA, STRENGTH IN THE CITY Foundation, Chicago Midwest Made, Precision Human Performance, Print Lounge, Infinity Partners, and Koko's Music Room
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We're off to London! 🌍✈️ Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, along with a group from World Business Chicago and key civic and business leaders, has landed in the UK with a clear mission: to strengthen Chicago’s global ties, boost economic opportunities, and spotlight the city’s unparalleled global connectivity. Tomorrow, stay tuned for an exciting announcement—London-based tech company will officially name Chicago as the home of its U.S. headquarters. The UK stands as Chicago’s largest foreign direct investment partner, with over 250 UK-based companies operating in our city. In 2023 alone, trade between Chicago and the UK exceeded $7.68 billion, making the UK our fourth-largest trade partner. This visit is all about building on these strong ties, driving economic growth, and creating new revenue opportunities for Chicago. Follow us for updates! #ChicagoGlobal #EconomicGrowth #WhyChicago
Mayor Brandon Johnson and World Business Chicago lead high-level business mission to London advancing economic growth opportunities for Chicago
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A thriving city needs a thriving workforce, but how can Chicago businesses get the next generation of Chicagoans interested in their work? We believe the answer is to show them. That's why this week, our Director of Workforce Development Tana Francellno and Workforce Development Manager Joanna Madigan partnered with Chicago Public Schools, IMEC Illinois and select Chicago businesses to bring students to the forefront of one of Chicago's top industries: manufacturing. Students from Marshall High School, North-Grand High School and Prosser Career Academy took a day trip to Labelmaster, The Will Group, Laystrom Manufacturing Company, and MassPersona to discover career options in manufacturing and meet the people behind the industry. There they were free to explore the facilities, and ask questions about entering into the workforce after graduating. We at World Business Chicago give a huge thank you to CPS' College & Career Success Team, IMEC Illinois, and every business involved for continuing to make these workplace bus tours possible - and showcasing the best of #ManufacturinginChicago.
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Happy #Manufacturingmonth! Today we're spotlighting Labelmaster, located in North Park, Chicago! Labelmaster is a manufacturer and service-provider of all things labels, signs and shipping, with a commitment to quality, safety and employee-advocacy. "As a company, we have a social obligation to make sure that dangerous goods are shipped compliantly through the world," says Anthony Duffey, Director of Corporate Training at Labelmaster. "The infrastructure here in Chicago is great for our business - as a culture, as a company, I don't think we would want to be anywhere else".
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Honorees of this year's Chicago International Gala were reported today by Shia Kapos in POLITICO Playbook Illinois: John W. Rogers, Jr. will receive the Global Citizen Award for his leadership in financial literacy, diversity, and youth education through his work at Ariel Investments. Nadia Rawlinson (Chicago Sky WNBA) and Laura Ricketts (Chicago Red Stars) will each receive our WBC Innovation Award – Women’s Sports for their trailblazing leadership in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Michael Moskow, Vice Chairman and Distinguished Fellow on the Global Economy at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, is recognized for elevating Chicago’s global reputation through international affairs and economic leadership and will receive the DuSable Chicago Legacy Award. J. Christoph Lichtenfeld, a dedicated Chicago Sister Cities International volunteer, is being recognized as Volunteer of the Year for his tireless efforts in strengthening Chicago’s global connections. The Chicago International Gala on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at the Field Museum of Natural History will gather nearly 700 distinguished guests, including international diplomats, business leaders, and cultural icons. This prestigious event will honor visionaries and companies that continue to shape Chicago’s global influence through their contributions to innovation, diversity, and economic empowerment. Get your tickets and learn more @ https://bit.ly/3YeLFEh #GlobalChicago #ChicagoLeadership
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World Business Chicago President and CEO Phil Clement was joined by JLL Chief Financial Officer Kelly Howe this afternoon for a lakeside chat - as a part of JLL’s ‘Shaping Chicago’ dialogue - here are the highlights: 🎓 Chicago is America’s college town: Over 145,000 college students in Chicago’s metro area - and 400,000 more within a 4 hour drive- ⭐️ #3 biggest metro-economy in the US: With an $860 billion GDP, Chicago is an economic powerhouse on the rise- 💡An Innovation Hotspot: Recent key wins include PsiQuantum’s Chicago Campus ($1B+), Doc Midwest Hydrogen Hub ($1B), Chan Zuckerberg BioHub ($250M), and NSF Clean Water Grant ($160M) Thank you to JLL for hosting such an important dialogue on the future of Chicago’s economy - we at World Business Chicago deeply appreciate your partnership and ongoing commitment to economic development in Chicago. Special thanks to Kelly Howe, Todd Mintz, Quintin E. Primo III, Kyle Harding, Keith Largay, and Steve Stratton
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On behalf of all of us here at World Business Chicago, please join us in welcoming Carla Agostinelli to the team! Carla is an experienced leader who's dedicated her career to community and economic development across Chicago, and we could not be happier to have her on board as our Director of Economic Development! Welcome, Carla!