How to Get Started in Manufacturing with No Experience
Beginning a manufacturing career without experience may seem intimidating at first, but don't lose hope - there are ways you can break into this vibrant field! Many manufacturing firms welcome…
Why Manufacturing Jobs Are the Future of Chicagoland
The Chicagoland manufacturing industry is an economic powerhouse. Its success stems from its knowledge-intensive approach and creativity-fueled innovation process. Furthermore, high productivity allows manufacturers to reduce low-skilled labor needs thus…
The Importance of Training and Development in the Workplace
Training and development programs play a vital role in any workplace environment. Investment in employee education enhances skills, increases productivity and contributes to creating an enjoyable company culture. When businesses…
Success Stories: Meet the Graduates Transforming Futures from the 1000 Jobs Campaign
Chicago's 1000 Jobs Campaign has been an essential initiative aimed at increasing employment within manufacturing industries. Working alongside various organizations and leaders, this campaign has successfully connected graduates with meaningful…
How the 1000 Jobs Campaign is Transforming Chicagoland’s Manufacturing Industry for a Stronger Economy
The 1000 Jobs Campaign has quickly become an essential initiative aimed at revitalizing Chicagoland's manufacturing industry. Since launching with an aim of placing qualified workers into secure employment positions amid…
Top Skills Needed for a Career in Advanced Manufacturing
Advanced manufacturing plays an increasingly vital role in modern economies. As technology continually develops, skilled workers in this sector are in demand more than ever before. To be successful at…
Who We Are
World Business Chicago launched the 1,000 Jobs Campaign as an ambitious workforce development effort designed to meet Chicagoland's rising need for skilled labor in manufacturing sectors. From January 2015 until…