FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. Business Development
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We work with all types of business, but our focus is on companies looking to expand or relocate to Chicago. Supporting business expansion and relocation is our core service, and our team provides no-cost guidance through every stage of the process.
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Yes! We support foreign direct investment and help international companies navigate market entry into the Chicago region.
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No. All of World Business Chicago’s business development services are provided at no cost.
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We don't administer incentives directly, but we can help you understand what's available and connect you with the right agencies.
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No. For legislative and regulatory matters, your relevant industry association is the right contact.
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We work at the ecosystem level rather than facilitating individual business-to-business introductions. For B2B connections, Chicago's industry associations and chambers of commerce are the right starting point.
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No. For inquiries directed to City leadership, visit chicago.gov.
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No. For urgent business needs, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and the City of Chicago's business support services are better equipped to help.
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No. For site-specific real estate needs, a commercial broker familiar with the Chicago market is your best resource.
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No. For neighborhood-level investment and development, contact the City of Chicago's Department of Planning and Development.
2. Research & Data
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Yes. Our research team produces original analysis, industry reports, and data tools covering the Chicagoland economy.
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Yes. Our research team fields RFIs from businesses, investors, and site selectors looking for economic data and market analysis.
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No. All of World Business Chicago’s business development services are provided at no cost.
3. Initiatives & Events
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World Business Chicago puts on pro-Chicago, pro-business programming and events year-round. Visit our initiatives & events page and stay up to date with our news and social media to see what’s coming up.
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Each event listing includes registration details. Browse our upcoming events to find and register for programming relevant to you.
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World Business Chicago facilitates meaningful connections within Chicago’s innovation ecosystem through curated, small-scale programming throughout the year, as well as the Chicago Venture Summit – participating startups can apply to join the Startup Portfolio.
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No. We produce our own programming, but we are not an event production resource for outside organizations.
4. Press & Media
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For press inquiries, visit our Press page to find contact information and browse recent press releases.
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