This week’s WBC Business Pulse is hosted by guest contributor Jessica Andujar-Redman, World Business Chicago’s Head of Business Development, who shares reflections from several weeks of global engagement efforts spanning Germany, SelectCHI, and SelectUSA.
Drawing from years of experience building relationships across business, investment, and economic development, Jessica shares a simple but important truth: in today’s global economy, investment follows trust.
From international investors exploring opportunities in Chicagoland to global business leaders describing Chicago as “a welcoming region where international brands can truly feel at home,” the message continues to resonate — relationships matter.
Jessica also highlights new insights from the World Business Chicago Research Center’s State of the Economy 2025 report, which offers a closer look at the data and trends shaping Chicagoland’s future competitiveness and growth. View the report here.
If you’re a company, investor, or advisor exploring growth opportunities in the U.S., we encourage you to connect with Jessica and members of our team.