World Business Chicago's Chicago 2050 Plan outlines a bold vision for a region that thrives on sustainable growth, inclusive opportunity, and global competitiveness. But realizing that vision depends on one critical factor: innovation.

In this episode of Beyond the Loop, Phil Clement, President & CEO of World Business Chicago and Luke Tanen, President and CEO of Chicago Innovation, explore the long-term strategy on Chicago's future. The discussion reframes regional planning through the lens of technological advancement, data-enabled decision-making, and cross-sector collaboration. From smart mobility systems and AI-informed planning to climate-tech infrastructure and next-generation workforce development.

The conversation explores how innovation will be embedded into every layer of implementation into this bold plan for our city. The episode will also examine how public institutions, private enterprise, and civic organizations can co-create scalable solutions that position the region as a leader in 21st-century urban innovation.

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