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The programmatic evolution of the lobby

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As a result, the security guard, no longer needed for the most part to secure the building from unauthorized visitors nor positioned behind a massive stone reception desk, is now free to meet and interact with lobby users more like an ambassador or even a concierge in a comfortable, inviting lobby zone. 200 West Madison Street, Chicago, Ill.

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Why Giving Back to Clients Makes ‘Fore’ Good Business

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a Chicago suburb. The competition has never been in the Chicago area and it hasn’t been in the central time zone since 1971. When you think about it, aligning a mid-sized general contractor based in the Chicago area with an international golf tournament really isn’t that much of a stretch. Like I said, it’s a big deal.

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INDUSTRY FOCUS: Points of Entry for Cash-Rich Cargo

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CHICAGO EXEC ANCHORS WHEELING. The Village of Wheeling’s manufacturing base is anchored around its general aviation airport, Chicago Executive Airport, the third busiest in Chicagoland. Chicago Executive Airport serves as a hub for business and industry and as a logical magnet drawing businesses to the area.

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Icy Hot

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At the conclusion of the World Economic Forum last week, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov declared that Russia is eager to mine the Arctic for rubles and prepared to partner with other nations to develop its portion of the Arctic zone. Should large-scale development of the Arctic region be permitted? Don’t believe us?

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Illinois adds to ban on driving and cellphone usage

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Previously, Illinois law prohibited texting while driving for all vehicles, but cell phones were permitted. There’s not a big difference between whether you’re holding a phone or whether you’re not holding a phone,” State Senate President John Cullerton (D-Chicago) told reporters.

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FEATURE STORY: 2013 Economic Development Awards

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Less Taxing,” aired for six months in the NY/NJ/CT, Boston and Chicago markets. In 2012, the Alliance visited 178 companies to assist with access to capital, workforce training opportunities, permitting issues and site location assistance. The City has two HUB Zones through SBA, and is a New Market Tax Credits eligible community.

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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Located in the heart of Illinois; in the great Midwest; within 200 miles of metropolitan areas of Chicago, Indianapolis and St. The Midwest Inland Port is served by a Foreign Trade Zone and provides local Customs Clearing, features that are being enhanced to provide a more robust set of service offerings.