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Just Do Business: Celebrating Black Excellence through the Lead Partner Program

In partnership with the Business Leadership Council Promoting Black-owned companies and their contributions to our vibrant business community will be critical to Chicago’s economic recovery and to our future prosperity.  Chicago, once the center of black economic progress in the US,

Chicago Tech Leaders Agree: Think Big in 2015

According to several leaders in Chicago’s burgeoning technology industry, 2015 is going to be a big year for tech in this city. On Wednesday, December 4 the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce hosted an interactive panel on tech trends in 2015

Interview: The State of Black-Owned Businesses in Chicago

As we near the end of Black History Month, it’s a good time to reflect on the state of Black-owned businesses across Chicagoland.  So we spoke with Adrienne McFarland, the Program Director of the Illinois Small Business Development Center at

5 Black People Who Helped Shape Chicago’s Business Community

The spirit of Black entrepreneurship and leadership has long thrived in Chicago, leaving an indelible mark on our city — and the world. As we begin Black History Month, here are five Black people whose contributions have shaped our city’s

Business After Business at Tesla

BABs are back! Attend the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce’s Business After Business networking event at Tesla Chicago – Gold Coast. Business After Business are the Chamber’s monthly networking happy hours at Chicago’s best locations. These networking events help ensure you

Honoring Black History Month

Starting February 1, Black History Month focuses attention on the limitless contributions of African Americans to the United States. The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce is proud to observe Black History Month and recognize the cultural significance of the African American community in Chicagoland and across the United States. We

Just Do Business: Celebrating Black Excellence through the Lead Partner Program

Promoting Black-owned companies and their contributions to our vibrant business community will be critical to Chicago’s economic recovery and to our future prosperity.  Chicago, once the center of black economic progress in the US, is taking action to prove that the

‘@Work | President’s Letter: A Big Two Months

From The President’s Desk: A Big Two Months Something I quickly noticed after coming to the Chicagoland Chamber is that there’s always something interesting in the works. The pace at which the team here develops and produces events, content, and

Your Big Questions About Joining the Army Answered

Presented by the US Army The decision to join the U.S. Army starts with some big questions. Below are the answers to some of the most common questions to consider. What is it like to be in the Army? The