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Home to an unrivaled economy, workforce, and quality of life, Chicago is a thriving metropolis, yet a tight-knit community for business and residents. The city's dynamic character can be attributed to its people, its location and infrastructure, and its collaborative business and government community.
Centrally located, Chicago provides easy access to the world. The city has 2,900 daily flight departures including direct and nonstop service to more than 220 cities worldwide, and serves as a hub for all six Class-One North American railroads, as well as six major U.S. Interstates.
Chicago's economy thrives on a combination of mature and emerging industries.
Chicago has long been a hub of international business activity, home to over 1,500 foreign-based companies and, with more than $40 billion in foreign direct investment, the #1 Top Foreign Direct Investment Strategy among major cities around the world.
Education is a key driver behind Chicago's highly skilled and diversified workforce of 4.5 million people; one that can meet the needs of just about any business or industry.
Chicago is a smart, dynamic city that offers a quality of life unparalleled by any other major metropolis.
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Mellody Hobson explains why Chicago is the best place in the world to do business.
