Business Community Introduces Legislation to Strengthen the Workforce, Invest in High-Growth Industries, and Improve Illinois’ Business Climate
Key proposals would build the workforce to support high-growth industries, improve workforce opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals, and revitalize commercial corridors CHICAGO — The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce today unveiled its 2024 proactive legislative agenda, calling for the creation of
Chicago Sees Continued Growth in High-Tech Jobs
As Chicago’s digital technology community keeps making headlines, it should come as no surprise that high-tech employment continues to grow in Chicago and Illinois as well. The most recent issue of the Illinois Innovation Index examines the growth in Illinois’
Illinois Sees Export Growth in High Tech Industries
Data shows export growth in Illinois has outpaced the national average in several high tech sectors over the past few years. According to the latest issue of the Illinois Innovation Index, goods exports have increased 58.8 percent from $41.6 billion
High Growth Small Businesses Encouraged to Apply for 2014 Jim Tyree Award
For the third straight year, the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Mesirow Financial to bring you the 2014 James Tyree Emerging Business Leadership Award. The award, which includes $25,000 incash and valuable small business training and consulting, is
Chicagoland Chamber Statement on City’s RFQ for High Speed Rail to O’Hare
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce issued the following statement following Mayor Emanuel’s announcement to issue a request for qualifications for a new O’Hare Express transit option: The Chamber strongly supports Mayor Emanuel’s proposal to deliver an express service train that
Commercial Leases – Why and How to Negotiate
Presented by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce This webinar will cover the differences between commercial and residential leases and will provide a high-level overview of the different commercial lease structures. Featured speaker Noeli
Investing in Our Youth, Investing in Our City
Presented by Emerging Leaders Chicago Join the Chicagoland Chamber for a discussion that will illuminate the path towards building a more inclusive and innovative Chicago through youth investment. Our distinguished panelists will share insights on the strategic importance of early
Business Startups in 2021 Reach Record Highs
Chamber President & CEO Jack Lavin recently joined a round table on the success of Illinois’ start up sector in 2021. The year 2021 saw nearly 200,000 businesses formed, the highest number ever recorded. According to the Illinois Department of
Chicagoland Chamber Statement on City’s RFQ for High Speed Rail
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