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Companies are candid about DEI and ESG commitments, highlighting progress while often sidestepping challenges and specific accountability measures, revealing a cautious approach amid rising stakeholder scrutiny.
At 97, Chicago’s pioneering Black capitalist reflects on a groundbreaking career from launching Afro Sheen to shaping ‘Soul Train.’ His legacy highlights decades of innovation and influence in Black entrepreneurship and media.
Higher education alliances are driving Illinois’ economic growth, fostering innovation and workforce development. Collaboration between universities and businesses is fueling job creation and strengthening the state’s competitive edge.
Chicago is home to several neighborhoods where Mexican cuisine thrives, deeply rooted in cultural heritage and culinary authenticity. Pilsen stands out as a historic Mexican-American community, where generations-old family-run taquerias and markets serve up iconic dishes like smoky al pastor tacos and flavorful chile rellenos. This neighborhood remains a magnet for locals and food lovers eager to savor genuine Mexican flavors.
Dan McGrath, a respected leader bridging Irish and Chicago business communities, offers a compelling perspective on the surge of optimism enveloping Northern Ireland and Chicago’s North Side. His recent commentary in Crain’s Chicago Business delves into the forces fueling this resurgence—highlighting how economic innovation, cultural synergy, and strategic partnerships are knitting these regions closer together. This renewed spirit of collaboration and investment signals a transformative era, where historical connections meet modern opportunities to foster prosperity on both sides of the Atlantic.
Chicago’s robust infrastructure and community support bolster its thriving small businesses. In this commentary, Crain’s highlights how the city’s resources provide the “big shoulders” needed for local entrepreneurs to succeed.