Podcasts about choose chicago

The City Clerk suspended the online CityKey application on Friday night after ICE subpoenaed three years of records for the ID program often used by immigrants. We discuss how the city responded and other ways the Trump administration is pressuring the city. Plus, we look at Choose Chicago's newest slogan and hear from some City Cast Chicago Neighbors. Heads up! We're having our next members-only event June 25. Become a Neighbor today to get the invite. Good News: Salt Shed Juneteenth Freedom Market Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this June 17 episode: Babbel – Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE 

In this episode, Fran Spielman sits down with Kristen Reynolds, the new President and CEO of Choose Chicago. They discuss Reynolds' transition from Discover Long Island to leading Chicago's convention and tourism efforts. The conversation addresses the impact of recent world events on tourism, including a tragic incident in Washington DC and former President Trump's tariffs affecting Canadian tourism. Despite these challenges, Reynolds highlights Chicago's recent record-breaking hotel occupancy and the city's strong reliance on domestic visitation. She emphasizes the need for increased investment in marketing Chicago internationally and suggests leveraging social media and tech innovations. The discussion also covers recovery strategies post-COVID, local staycation initiatives, and a controversial tourism improvement district proposal to boost Choose Chicago's budget. Reynolds outlines her vision for maintaining momentum amid economic uncertainties and enhancing Chicago's appeal through diversified, high-return events.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Choose Chicago President and CEO, Kristen Reynolds, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the increase in Chicago’s tourism numbers and how she plans to continue increasing those numbers, as well as how tariffs are impacting visitor numbers. She also explains how she hopes to use social media to create a positive image for the city.

It's an emotional one, Hot Teas! This week, Kristen announces her departure from Discover Long Island as she prepares to take on an exciting new role as President and CEO of Choose Chicago. The heart of our show is built on countless unforgettable memories with our hosts, and while we're incredibly sad to see our fearless leader move on, we're also so excited for what's ahead—for her and for Long Island Tea.The ladies sip Wölffer Estate Vineyard's “Summer in a Bottle” and reminisce about their favorite moments over the years—connecting with our amazing partners, loyal listeners, and incredible team. Kristen also shares which parts of Long Island she'll carry with her as she embarks on this next chapter.Be sure to tune in next week as Long Island Tea enters a new era, with Sharon hosting heartfelt conversations with a variety of guests as she searches for her next cohost.CONNECT WITH US:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandNYTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastX(Twitter): https://x.com/liteapodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/longislandteapodcast/DM us on any of our social channels or email spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com to tell us what you want to hear! Whether it is Long Island related or not, the ladies are here to spill some tea with you!Shop Long Island Apparel!shop.discoverlongisland.comCheck out Kristen and Sharon's favorite products on Amazon!amazon.com/shop/discoverlongislandBe sure to leave us a 5-star rating and review wherever you're listening, and screenshot your review for $5 off our Merch (Please email us to confirm) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve Crano, Manager of Corporate Communications for Choose Chicago, and Kara Bachman, Executive Director of the Chicago Sports Commission, join Steve Dale in studio to announce that the Premiere (Soccer) League is coming to Chicago! Also, they give more details about NASCAR in Chicago this summer. 

Jason Lesniewicz, Choose Chicago’s Senior Director of Cultural Tourism, joins Wendy Snyder, in for John Landecker, to talk all things St. Patrick's Day in Chicago. Listen in while Jason shares parade details, where and when you can watch the Chicago River being dyed, and more ways you can join in on the festivities this weekend.

Steve Crano from Choose Chicago joins Steve Dale to discuss this year’s Restaurant Week’ featuring over 500 restaurants across the Chicagoland area. For the full list you can click here.

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier (in for Lisa Dent) is joined by Steven Crano, Corporate Communications Manager at Choose Chicago, and Ben Goodnick, Chef Partner at Lettuce Entertain You, for this week’s edition of ‘Foodie Friday’ where we are highlighting Chicago Restaurant Week.

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier (in for Lisa Dent) is joined by Steven Crano, Corporate Communications Manager at Choose Chicago, and Ben Goodnick, Chef Partner at Lettuce Entertain You, for this week’s edition of ‘Foodie Friday’ where we are highlighting Chicago Restaurant Week.

Isaac Reichman, Director of Communications at Choose Chicago, joins Steve Dale, filling in for Lisa Dent, to talk about Chicago Restaurant Week. Over 500 restaurants are participating in this year’s event. For the full list of restaurants and their menus, you can click here.

Isaac Reichman, Director of Communications at Choose Chicago, joins Steve Dale, filling in for Lisa Dent, to talk about Chicago Restaurant Week. Over 500 restaurants are participating in this year’s event. For the full list of restaurants and their menus, you can click here.

Isaac Reichman,​​​​ Director of Corporate Communications at Choose Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Issac talks about the release of their 2025 convention calendar. Plus, they talk about the importance of conventions in the city, their economic impact, and more. To see the convention calendar, visit www.choosechicago

Jeannette is joined by Don Welsh, the CEO and President of Destinations International. They explore the evolution of the travel and tourism industry, discussing how Destinations International has expanded from a U.S.-centric organisation to serving over 760 destination organisations in 31 countries. Don shares insights into the challenges of cultural diversity in global business, the importance of collaboration within the tourism ecosystem, and the pressing issues of over-tourism and sustainability. He also reflects on his own career journey, emphasising the value of authenticity, the importance of aligning personal values with professional opportunities, and the necessity of embracing failure as a part of growth. KEY TAKEAWAYS The transition from a U.S.-centric organisation to one that operates in over 31 countries highlights the importance of understanding and adapting to diverse cultural needs and business practices. Building strong relationships within the industry is crucial. Collaborating with other organisations, such as the World Travel and Tourism Council, enhances the ability to address common challenges and share best practices. The need for alignment between destination organisations, local communities, and political leaders is essential for sustainable tourism. Engaging stakeholders in discussions about responsible tourism can help mitigate issues like over-tourism. The journey through various roles in the travel and hospitality industry emphasises the importance of being open to learning and adapting to new challenges, which can lead to personal and professional growth. BEST MOMENTS "The complexity of these jobs have never been greater... how you're going to convene a group of people to deal with maybe over tourism or responsible or sustainable tourism." "I think when you work with different cultures, you have a much higher sense of emotional intelligence because if you want to succeed in different parts of the world, you cannot go in and expect to do business in the way that we do in the U.S." "We believe in the point of collaboration... at the end of the day, our focus is 100% on how the destination can do the best in serving, whether it's a leisure guest, a meeting attendee, or whatever it may be." "It's OK to question yourself. It's OK to say, how did I come across in that meeting? How did I deal with a colleague?" "Let's not reinvent the wheel. Let's learn from each other and grow together." This is the perfect time to get focused on what YOU want to really achieve in your business, career, and life. It’s never too late to be BRAVE and BOLD and unlock your inner BRILLIANT. Visit our new website https://brave-bold-brilliant.com/ - there you'll find a library of FREE resources and downloadable guides and e-books to help you along your journey. If you’d like to jump on a free mentoring session just DM Jeannette at info@brave-bold-brilliant.com. VALUABLE RESOURCES Brave Bold Brilliant - https://brave-bold-brilliant.com/ Brave, Bold, Brilliant podcast series - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/brave-bold-brilliant-podcast/id1524278970 ABOUT THE GUEST A seasoned tourism executive with more than 40 years of experience in the industry, Don Welsh has held positions with almost every sector within the travel and tourism industry. He currently serves as the President and CEO of Destinations International, the global trade association for convention and visitors bureaus and tourism boards. Prior to joining Destinations International, Welsh served as the President and CEO of Choose Chicago. Welsh also held the CEO position at the Indianapolis Convention and Visitors Association and the Seattle Convention and Visitors Bureau. Prior to joining the destination marketing industry, Welsh served as senior vice president for Westin Hotels at its corporate headquarters and has also held senior marketing and sales positions in the corporate offices for Westin Hotels and Resorts and The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company and also with the MGM Grand Hotel/Casino in Las Vegas. Welsh has served on various boards and committees during his career. He currently serves on the Event Industry Council Board of Directors. ABOUT THE HOST Jeannette Linfoot is a highly regarded senior executive, property investor, board advisor, and business mentor with over 30 years of global professional business experience across the travel, leisure, hospitality, and property sectors. Having bought, ran, and sold businesses all over the world, Jeannette now has a portfolio of her own businesses and also advises and mentors other business leaders to drive forward their strategies as well as their own personal development. Jeannette is a down-to-earth leader, a passionate champion for diversity & inclusion, and a huge advocate of nurturing talent so every person can unleash their full potential and live their dreams. CONTACT THE HOST Jeannette’s linktree - https://linktr.ee/JLinfoot https://www.jeannettelinfootassociates.com/ YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@braveboldbrilliant LinkedIn - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/jeannettelinfoot Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jeannette.linfoot/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jeannette.linfoot/ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@brave.bold.brilliant Podcast Description Jeannette Linfoot talks to incredible people about their experiences of being Brave, Bold & Brilliant, which have allowed them to unleash their full potential in business, their careers, and life in general. From the boardroom tables of ‘big’ international businesses to the dining room tables of entrepreneurial start-ups, how to overcome challenges, embrace opportunities and take risks, whilst staying ‘true’ to yourself is the order of the day.Travel, Bold, Brilliant, business, growth, scale, marketing, investment, investing, entrepreneurship, coach, consultant, mindset, six figures, seven figures, travel, industry, ROI, B2B, inspirational: https://linktr.ee/JLinfoot

WGN Radio's Dave Plier visits with Rob Fojtik, Choose Chicago’s vice president of neighborhood strategy, to talk about things to do and see in the city on New Year’s Eve, from dining to fireworks, plus parties and more.

Steve Crano, Corporate Communications Manager at Choose Chicago, joins Steve Dale, in for Lisa Dent, to share some last minute ideas for New Year’s plans in Chicago.

Steve Crano, Corporate Communications Manager at Choose Chicago, joins Steve Dale, in for Lisa Dent, to share some last minute ideas for New Year’s plans in Chicago.

Steve Crano, Corporate Communications Manager at Choose Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Steve shares the top things to do in Chicago this holiday season, from the Christmas Around the World exhibit at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry to ice skating downtown.

Hace un par de semanas se realizó el desfile tradicional navideño por la calle de Michigan, en donde periodistas e influencers de todo el mundo tuvieron la oportunidad de participar, gracias a la invitación de Choose Chicago.

Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Guests at some Chicago hotels may soon have to pay an additional 1.5% surcharge that would help fund the activities of the city’s promotional arm, Choose Chicago. It would encompass what’s being called a “tourism improvement district” that would include hotels […]

Isaac Reichman​​​​, Director of Corporate Communications for Choose Chicago, joins John Williams to talk about hosting dozens of tour operators from the United Kingdom and Ireland. The tour operators will take in the sights of the city and return home to plan international trips to Chicago.

Isaac Reichman​​​​, Director of Corporate Communications for Choose Chicago, joins John Williams to talk about hosting dozens of tour operators from the United Kingdom and Ireland. The tour operators will take in the sights of the city and return home to plan international trips to Chicago.

Isaac Reichman​​​​, Director of Corporate Communications for Choose Chicago, joins John Williams to talk about hosting dozens of tour operators from the United Kingdom and Ireland. The tour operators will take in the sights of the city and return home to plan international trips to Chicago.

Segment 1: Lisa Nucci, Chief Marketing Officer, Choose Chicago, joins John Williams to tell us everything we should know about how the city is prepping for the DNC in Chicago. Segment 2: Bree Fowler, Senior Writer, CNET, joins John to talk about social media influencers visiting the White House on Wednesday, and a federal judge indicating he will […]

Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Chicago hotels are thriving. The latest data from the city’s marketing arm, Choose Chicago, shows hotel room demand during the first six months of this year up 4.2% over 2023 with 5.2 million room nights. Hotel revenue was nearly 4% higher […]

The mayor is racing to prepare the city to host the DNC. Plus, the convention is working with tourist arm Choose Chicago to promote diverse neighborhoods among convention attendees, but it's unclear how effectively this will spread the benefits of the convention across the city. Reset learns the latest on the DNC. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

Steve Crano of Choose Chicago joins Steve Dale to discuss various activities happening in conjunction with the Democratic National Convention this month and how some may impact you. Steve Crano also touches on other summertime events that are in full swing, including an event Choose Chicago is organizing.

Launching into spring! Steve Crano, Manager of Corporate Communications with Choose Chicago, joins Steve Dale in studio to offer a wide array of things to do in Chicago from live music to neighborhood fests and much more you never knew the city has to offer.

Rob Fojtik, VP of Neighborhood Strategy at Choose Chicago, joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss Choose Chicago's exciting new docuseries, "The 77: A City of Neighborhoods." They discuss how the series aims to highlight & amplify neighborhoods in Chicago, whether they plan to cover all 77 neighborhoods, and learn how residents can recommend local small businesses and restaurants for Choose Chicago to feature.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Segment 1: Tom Gimbel, founder and CEO of LaSalle Network, joins John to talk about how the rise in remote work is causing the demise of building friendships at work. Segment 2: Jason Lesniewicz, Director of Cultural Tourism, Choose Chicago, tells John about the upcoming Sundance Institute x Chicago 2024 event that will feature artists programs, film screenings […]

This week, Adam dives into the cultural phenomenon that is Taylor Swift and how two cities were able to capitalize on The Eras Tour coming to town. Isaac Reichman from Choose Chicago and Julie Calvert from Visit Cincy join Adam to talk about their experiences hosting the tour and the incredible results they saw from this major event. Choose Chicago Visit Cincy If you're enjoying the show, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts! The Destination Marketing Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Adam Stoker and produced by Relic. If you are interested in any of Relic's services,  please email adam@relicagency.com or visit www.relicagency.com. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast network and to listen to our other shows, please visit www.thedmpn.com. If you are interested in joining the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

rich past and vibrant culture. As the CEO and chief storyteller at Chicago Mahogany Tours, he's turned his love of everything Chicago into an Emmy Award-winning celebration of his mission to make sure history doesn't repeat itself. He shares with Jeanne how his devotion to Chicago history started: why he compares his child-raising philosophy to bowling; how he uses the power of history to cross bridges; how history hurts and his goal to change it; and why he feels he owes Chicago more than he could ever give back. Shermann "Dilla" Thomas is an urban historian and CEO/Chief Storyteller at Chicago Mahogany Tours as well as a contributor to WBEZ-Radio. He uses his passion and insider knowledge of Chicago's history, architecture, and culture to bring the city to life with his captivating storytelling. Dilla is an Emmy Award-winning, self-taught historian who was named the City of Chicago's Tourism Ambassador of the Year by Choose Chicago; Public Narrative named Dilla the 2022 Studs Terkel Uplifting Voice recipient and The Chicago Public Library awarded Dilla the 21st Century Award for his recent achievements in promoting Chicago to the world. Dilla has been independently studying the history of Chicago for over 20 years, and his candid and truthful reflection of that history can be felt in his videos and presentations. He embodies the essence of the city and reverberates his message everywhere that "Everything Dope About America Comes From Chicago".x - @6figga_dilla IG- @6figga_dilla TikTok- @6figga_dilla FB- 6figga_dilla

With the unexpected departure of CEO Lynn Osmond, Chicago's tourism agency Choose Chicago is back on the hunt for a new top executive two years after it struggled to hire one, and with the city's reputation at stake. Crain's reporter Danny Ecker discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Sterling Bay lists Fulton Market site next to Google, SEC's bitcoin green light makes CME Group the top hedging spot for crypto investors and debt and deficits set off alarm bells at University of Chicago.Crain's Daily Gist listeners can get 20% off a one-year Crain's Chicago Business digital subscription by visiting chicagobusiness.com/gist and using code “GIST” at checkout.

Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. The head of Chicago’s tourism arm, Choose Chicago, is stepping down. Lynn Osmond is resigning at the end of this month, saying she wants to focus her time and energy on a family health matter. Osmond is stepping down ahead of […]

Kick off 2024 with Chicago Restaurant Week. Isaac Reichman, Director of Corporate Communications from Choose Chicago, joins Lisa Dent to talk all things Chicago Restaurant Week coming to our city January 19th through Febuary 4th. Listen in while Isaac walks us through what one can expect if they participate this year and where people can […]

Jason Lesniewicz, Senior Director Cultural Tourism at Choose Chicago, guests on Dynasty Podcasts to reflect on the city's highlights in 2023.Lesniewicz speaks on the past year in Chicago, reflecting on everything from the state of the local F&B industries to the value of exploring the city's diverse neighborhoods to the importance of Chicago's performing arts. He also offers insight into what the city offers to both creative communities and local, national, and international businesses.The Senior Director Cultural Tourism reflects on some of Chicago's notable wins in 2023, including being ranked Best Big City in the U.S. for the seventh consecutive year by the Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards, as well as the economic impact of Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour in Chicago.Lesniewicz also previews notable events happening in Chicago in 2024, including Chicago Restaurant Week, Chicago Theatre Week, CIVL Fest, the 2024 Democratic National Convention, and more.

Choose Chicago's Senior Director of Cultural Tourism Jason Lesniewicz is back in the studio with Steve Dale to highlight some exciting events that are taking place in Chicago this holiday season!

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on: Chicago Brew Pass Encourages Patrons To Drink Local Beer And Get Free Stuff: The new Choose Chicago program awards points (and prizes) to hopheads who visit nearly two dozen area brewpubs. […]

Welcome back to the more we know. The More we know, the more we grow! Today your mentor is Robert Blackwell Jr.  the founder of Killerspin, the world's leading table tennis engagement brand, and the founder of EKI-Digital, a digital investment consulting firm.  Blackwell is also a former employer of then-state Senator Barack Obama, as well as a political supporter and personal friend of Obama. Killerspin creates table tennis experiences that connect family/friends/customers and employees and is the world's leading producer of designer table tennis equipment and media. EKI-Digital helps organizations turn IT into money. EKI has helped organizations design, implement and manage business applications that have generated $Billions in revenue and savings.Robert has also served on many civic boards. He currently serves  the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, Civic Federation of Chicago, Business Leadership Council. He is also an  executive committee to Choose Chicago. In addition to EKI-Digital and Killerspin, Blackwell founded a number of other companies. Those include Urban Fishing Development, Bytewise International and Blackwell Consulting Services. In May 2016, Blackwell presented Pope Francis with a customized ping-pong table for the Vatican. As Crain's Chicago Business put it, "Here's one way to get more people playing pingpong religiously: Get the pope on your side." Blackwell planned a table tennis showcase hosted by his company Killerspin called the "World Unplug and Play Day" in Vatican City in August 2016. The governing body of Italian table tennis came up with the idea to encourage ping-pong playing as a way to get people away from "technology-induced isolation.Learn more here: https://www.killerspin.com/https://www.eki-digital.com/Listen To The More We Know ⇨ https://www.buzzsprout.com/1134704Subscribe ⇨https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvfd5ddf72Btbck8SdeyBwFollow my Instagram ⇨ https://www.instagram.com/sameer.sawaqed/?hl=enFollow my Twitter ⇨ https://twitter.com/commitwithmeerSent from my iPhoneListen To The More We Know ⇨ https://www.buzzsprout.com/1134704​Subscribe ⇨https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxvfd5ddf72Btbck8SdeyBwFollow my Instagram ⇨ https://www.instagram.com/sameer.sawaqed/?hl=enFollow my Twitter ⇨ https://twitter.com/commitwithmeer

As another lawsuit is filed against Northwestern University, Crain's reporter Brandon Dupré talks with host Amy Guth about the latest misconduct accusations extending beyond the football program. Plus: If you live in Cook County, your next property tax bill will be arriving late — again; Choose Chicago commissions a NASCAR economic impact study; Chicago is a player in AI jobs, but lags its peers; and the total value of distressed U.S. offices jumps to $24.8 billion, more than malls.

Rob Fojtik, Vice President of Neighborhood Strategy at Choose Chicago and digital creator Jenny LeFlore, AKA @MamaFreshChi, join Dynasty Podcasts to talk about all things Chicago!Fojtik and LeFlore speak on Choose Chicago's Neighborhood Strategy initiative, from the organizer and creator perspective. They also emphasize the importance of Chicago's diverse neighborhoods, residents, and local businesses, detail what it means to be a creator in Chicago, and more.

Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Chicago’s tourism industry is nearing full recovery. The city’s tourism agency Choose Chicago reports nearly 49 million people visited the city in 2022, a 60% increase over 2021. The figure is about 80% of the 2019 level and will likely reach […]

#81 Is seeing Chicago, Illinois on your bucket list? If so, then you won't want to miss this episode! In this episode of the Everyday Bucket List Podcast, we discuss places to visit in Chicago! Chicago is famous for several things, including its deep-dish pizza, hot dogs, jazz music, architecture, and sports teams. The city is home to several iconic attractions like the Navy Pier, the Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and the list goes on and on. Chicago is also known for its beautiful Lake Michigan location and being a hub for transportation and industry. Additionally, the city has a rich history, including being the birthplace of the modern skyscraper and the home of famous figures such as Oprah Winfrey, Barack Obama, and Michael Jordan. All in all, Chicago is an amazing place with so much to do, you'll want to go back 89 times! Give these ideas a try.  Listen in about our recent journey & how we ticked off a major bucket list idea!   Click the links below or copy & paste them into your browser. RESOURCES: Grab a copy of  The Everyday Bucket List Book https://amzn.to/3vwxz2K   Follow me on Twitter to see photos and videos from my trip https://twitter.com/KarenCordaway   If you like my podcast, show your support at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/edbl   Related Episodes/ Episodes Mentioned Episode #78 New York City: Fun Things to Do That Are Bucket List Worthy Episode #61 Harlem, New York: Tasty Restaurants & Unique Things to Do w/ Janet Forman Additional show notes: https://bit.ly/43KKZY4  

Join Jim and Greg as they serve up two crazy martinis along with a bad one today. They begin by scratching their heads over why the Democrats would choose to hold their 2024 national convention in the crime-ridden city of Chicago. They also dig into the bleak forecast the recently leaked intelligence documents are painting for Ukraine in the coming months. Finally, they discuss the worsening shortage of medications - from antibiotics to chemotherapy drugs - and why the supply chain still hasn't markedly improved for these critical products.Please visit our great sponsors:4Patriothttps://4Patriots.comUse code MARTINI to get 10% off your first purchase of 4Patriots Survival Food.

Lynn Osmond, president and CEO of Choose Chicago, joins Lisa Dent to react to the news of the Democratic National Committee choosing Chicago to be the location of 2024’s Democratic National Convention and what it means for businesses in and around the Chicagoland area. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 […]

If you've ever lived in Chicago, you've probably heard at some point that Chicago has the largest Polish population outside of Warsaw. While that's an exaggeration it's certainly the case that the Chicagoland region has a large population of people of Polish descent and that Chicago is important historically to American Polonia. From the earliest Polish immigrants to Chicago in the 1830s through today, Poles have helped shape the culture, politics, religion, and food of Chicago. This week we dive into that history. Joining me to help us understand more about Polish Chicago is Dr. Dominic A. Pacyga, professor emeritus of history in the Department of Humanities, History, and Social Sciences at Columbia College Chicago and author of several books on Polish immigrants and Chicago, including American Warsaw: The Rise, Fall, and Rebirth of Polish Chicago in 2019. Our theme song is Frogs Legs Rag, composed by James Scott and performed by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons. The mid-roll audio is “Mazurka, Op. 24, No. 4, in B Flat Minor,” by Polish composer Frédéric Chopin, performed by Polish pianist and Prime Minister Ignacy Jan Paderewski in in the early 1920s and captured on an Aeolian Company "DUO-ART" reproducing piano; the performance is in the public domain and is available via the Internet Archive. The episode image is the Tadeusz Kościuszko Monument, an outdoor sculpture by artist Kazimierz Chodziński, installed in the median of East Solidarity Drive, near Chicago's Shedd Aquarium; the photograph was taken by Matthew Weflen on Sunday, February 19, 2023, and is used with permission. Additional Sources: “Poles,”by Dominic Pacyga, Encyclopedia of Chicago, 2005. “Can Chicago Brag about the Size of its Polish Population?” by Jesse Dukes, WBEZ Chicago, October 26, 2015. “Where Have All the Polish Pols Gone?” by Edward McClelland, Chicago Magazine, January 6, 2020. “How Chicago Became a Distinctly Polish American City,” by Marek Kępa, Culture.PL, April 27, 2020. “Explore Polish culture in Chicago's neighborhoods,” Choose Chicago. “Chicago's Milwaukee Av. to be renamed Polish Heritage Corridor in honour of city's Poles,” by Stuart Dowell, The First News, June 20, 2022. “Chicago, The Polish City,” Interview of Dominic Pacyga by Łukasz Kożuchowski, Polish History. “Chicago's Polish Constitution Day Parade is back. This year, it has a new theme,” by Adriana Cardona-Maguidad, WBEZ Chicago, May 3, 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new grant from the city's tourism arm Choose Chicago seeks to help 12 Chicago neighborhoods draw more tourism: Auburn Gresham, Austin, Back of the Yards, Englewood, Lincoln Park, Lincoln Square, New City, North Center, North Lawndale, Roseland, South Chicago and Hyde Park. Reset hears more about the program with vice president of Choose Chicago Rob Fojtk and hears from folks in neighborhoods who could receive this money.

Today's episode of Executives' Exchange spotlights Lynn Osmond, President and CEO of Choose Chicago. She is joined by guest host, Teresa Wilton Harmon, Chicago Office Managing Partner at Sidley Austin LLP. Osmond tells us her tale of going from music to architecture to champion of all things Chicago. She details her mentorship experience, her 25 years with Chicago Architecture Center, and why she's passionate about Chicago's future. Sit back and enjoy this conversation with Lynn! 00:00—Introduction 02:00—Lynn details her journey growing up in Canada, moving to the US, and finding a passion for architecture 04:28—Lynn discusses taking over the Chicago Architecture Foundation and building its programming, eventually founding the Chicago Architecture Center 07:25—Developing Open House Chicago and the Chicago city model 09:24—Expanding CAF, her priorities, and growth mindset 11:10—Lynn discusses engaging young people, developing architecture curriculum in CPS, and programming specifically for girls 14:30—Lynn discusses role as President Emeritus, future of CAF; equitable programming 16:08—Shure sponsor message 17:20—Transitioning to Choose Chicago; rebuilding staff, audiences, and funding post-pandemic 24:45—Lynn discusses being first woman in her role; mentorship, supporting other women in the industry; work-life balance 29:45—Tourism disruption; opportunities for people in hospitality, including training and advancement 31:34—Lynn discusses which awards mean most to her; CAC Lynn Osmond award, which will live on; recognized with honorary AIA 32:50—Rapid fire questions 36:21—Outro Episode Links: Choose Chicago | Chicago Architecture Center | Sidley Austin LLP Guest Host: Teresa Wilton Harmon, Chicago Office Managing Partner at Sidley Austin LLP Producer: Eva Penar, Chief Content & Communications Officer, The Executives' Club of Chicago Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts. Thank you to our podcast sponsor, Shure Incorporated. For nearly 100 years, Shure Incorporated has developed best-in-class audio products that provide high-quality performance, reliability and value. Headquartered in Niles, Illinois, our history of innovation and expertise in acoustics, wireless technology, and more enables us to deliver seamless, transparent audio experiences to a global audience. Our diverse product line includes world-class wired and wireless microphones, networked audio systems and signal processors, conferencing and discussion systems, software, a loudspeaker, and award-winning earphones and headphones. Find Shure on: Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram

Chicago's tourism arm, Choose Chicago, has a goal of about 54 million visitors for 2023. That means leisure and business travelers pumping money into the economy. Choose Chicago President and CEO Lynn Osmond says the agency's goal is not just about driving tourism to the Loop, but the city is also focusing marketing efforts on getting tourists to the neighborhoods. Host Jacoby Cochran talks to Osmond about those efforts. Follow us on Twitter: @CityCastChicago Sign up for our newsletter: chicago.citycast.fm Call or Text Us: (773) 780-0246 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Beer Spa is exactly what it sounds like - a spa, with beer. Piva Beer Spa has all the traditional relaxing amenities you'd find in a traditional spa, but you get to drink beer while you're enjoying it. The most unique aspect is the beer soak. That's right - a bath tub full of beer. It's fun and good for the skin.Hear more from Dino on where this concept came from and what they offer!