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Anderson Chen Anderson Chen
Published on January 20, 2026

2023 Will Be a Big Year For Data in the Windy City

Data science is one of the most in-demand jobs in tech. Built In Chicago sat down with three companies for the projects and culture that keep their data teams engaged and growing.

Robert Schaulis Robert Schaulis
Updated on January 20, 2026

7 Chicago Companies Celebrate Milestones

Meet the tech companies making news and effecting change in food, retail and travel.

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Brigid Hogan Brigid Hogan
Updated on January 20, 2026

Designing Systems for the Future: Data Scientists Talk Machine Learning and AI

Data scientists from the Kraft Heinz Company and QuantumBlack share how they are staying ahead of the curve in a rapidly advancing field.

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Tyler Holmes Tyler Holmes
Updated on January 20, 2026

Data Scientists Need More Than Technical Skills

Coding and equations can only take people so far. Two local data science experts discuss how embracing communication and empathy made a difference in their careers.

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Olivia McClure Olivia McClure
Updated on January 20, 2026

For 3 Local Leaders, New Roles Unlock Greater Possibilities

Leaders at Pangea Money Transfer, Phenix Real Time Solutions and The Kraft Heinz Company discuss their management styles and new positions.

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Eva Roethler Eva Roethler
Updated on January 20, 2026

Feeling Lost About How to Be an Ally? 6 Ways to Do Better.

These local DEI advocates weighed in on how to create change in the workplace.

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Eva Roethler Eva Roethler
Updated on January 20, 2026

There Is Definitely an ‘I’ in Inclusion: Simple Ways to Become a DEI Leader

Tech is addressing its diversity deficits. Here’s how employees can help.

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Updated on January 20, 2026

Shape Your Future at 12 Chicago Companies Hiring Now

Madden and Hendricks are just a few of the Chicago tech professionals that boast a collaborative culture at each of their companies. We connected with leaders from 10 other companies to get a sense of their respective cultures, what they enjoy about their roles and what they’re excited to accomplish in the future.

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Taylor Rose Taylor Rose
Updated on January 20, 2026

How EDGE Builds High-Trust Teams Through Values-Driven Collaboration

See how EDGE uses shared OKRs, cross-functional ownership and recognition to create a culture of trust and collaboration between product, engineering and design.

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Ashley Bowden Ashley Bowden
Updated on January 12, 2026

Chamberlain Group Launches AI-Powered Smart Lock Product

Its new solution, the myQ Secure View 3-in-1 Smart Lock, enables automatic door locking and unlocking capabilities.

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