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World Business Chicago moves Chicago’s economy forward through year-round events and initiatives for business leaders, investors, and global partners. Together, we enhance our city’s connectivity, build our talent and startup pipeline, and fuel Chicagoland’s business-civic ecosystem.
Our Events
World Business Chicago organizes and hosts pro-business convenings year-round. See our portfolio of events, including information about registration, sponsorships and recaps on our events page.
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Our Initiatives
Want to learn more about our work? See information below about World Business Chicago’s intiatives, including key programming, relevant news and research, and ways to engage.
Global Engagement
World Business Chicago is the key liaison for international partners and Chicagoland’s business and civic ecosystem, such as the Chicago Consular Corps.
We manage incoming and outgoing international delegations, advise on international strategy and support the international community in Chicago in a variety of ways. We also house the Chicago Sister Cities International program, which facilitates relationships with Chicago’s 28 active sister cities around the world and has over 700 volunteers.
Building and Maintaining Chicago’s Talent Pipeline
Through targeted programs, strategic partnerships, and employer-connected initiatives, we work to ensure the region's workforce meets the demands of its fastest-growing industries.
Building Chicago’s Innovation Ecosystemn
Chicago's startup ecosystem is one of the most dynamic in the country, and World Business Chicago is at the center of it. Explore the events, programs, and partnerships we drive to connect founders, investors, and institutions building the next generation of Chicago companies.
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