There’s nothing like Chicago in the post-holiday melt.
February — despite technically being a winter month — signifies the beginning of a new season in Chicago. With the ten darkest weeks of the year behind us, there are plenty of reasons for Chicagoans to get outside: Lunar New Year celebrations in Chinatown and Uptown, Chicago Restaurant Week and Chicago Black Restaurant Week, Chicago Theatre Week and so much more.
Yes, there will be snow, and yes, the thermostat is likely to stay well below 50 degrees. But, in true midwestern fashion, Chicagoans are eager to seize the daylight and the growing opportunities as soon as possible.
Echoing the warm optimism are three Chicago organizations blooming with potential this February. The fintech company TransUnion is laying the groundwork for a more equitable workplace with a global commitment to diversity and inclusion — plus long-term plans to even the gender playing field. And the logistics tech organization FOURKITES is investing in the continuing education of its employees to support their career development.
For the Chicago professional inspired by sunnier days ahead, keep a close eye on these local companies as you make your next career move.
What they do: TransUnion is a global information and insights company that makes trust possible by ensuring that each consumer is reliably and safely represented in the marketplace. TransUnion provides an accurate and comprehensive picture of each person, stewarded with care.
The Perks
- Remote and hybrid work models
- Flexible work schedule
- Paid holidays, sick days and volunteer time
- Mentorship program, job training, tuition reimbursement and paid certifications
- Generous parental leave, adoption assistance and childcare benefits
- Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
- Stock option and 401(K) matching
Moving the Needle on Gender Equity: TransUnion is, among many significant investments in diversity, equity and inclusion, making strides for a more gender-equitable workplace — including a commitment to reaching global gender parity by 2023. Some significant evidence of TransUnion’s efforts are the internal Gender Equity Steering Committee launched in 2019 with executive leadership spearheading the initiative and the external Global Women’s Innovation Network, of which TransUnion is a sponsor.
What they do: FOURKITES is an end-to-end supply chain visibility platform that over 1,200 customers trust to digitize their supply chains for greater agility, efficiency and sustainability.
The Perks
- Mentorship program, job training and “a bias to promote from within”
- Remote and hybrid work models
- Flexible work schedule
- Paid holidays, sick days and volunteer time
- Generous parental leave, fertility benefits, adoption assistance and childcare benefits
- Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
- Equity option and 401(K) matching
A Team That’s Always Improving: FOURKITES understands that team excellence comes from investing in individual growth. In a recent conversation with Built In, Director of Customer Success Paddy Carr shared that customer success managers at FOURKITES undergo continual training to sharpen their skills and industry knowledge. “At FOURKITES, we put a lot of emphasis on continued education and training on both our product and the industry,” said Carr. Focus on continuing education underscores the success of the team at FOURKITES.
What they do: Avaneer Health is a member-based, secure and open network supporting utilities developed for and by the healthcare industry.
The Perks
- Generous PTO and paid holidays and sick days
- Equity option and 401(k) matching
- Flexible work schedule and remote work program
- Generous parental leave and childcare benefits
- Job training, paid certifications and continuing education
Connecting for Better Healthcare: Avaneer Health’s technology is on the rise and solving the common headaches associated with data silos in the medical field. Just last year, Avaneer Health launched the Avaneer Network, a private, peer-to-peer network that directly connects “payers, providers and innovators” to make medical data more accessible and healthcare more affordable. The Avaneer Health team embraces the complexity of healthcare tech and the creativity needed to find more simple solutions. In a recent conversation with Built In Chicago, Senior Product Manager Adria Sherman noted the strength of Avaneer Health’s team is what’s driving their product forward into 2024. “It's a unique blend of technical prowess and strategic thinking that sets these projects apart.”
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