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1. A skilled professional, committed to their talent or craft, that adds value to others.

2.  One who embodies the spirit of their community and wishes the best for themselves and their neighbors.

3. An individual with the power to change or affect someone or something. The power to cause change without directly forcing it; or change how someone/something develops, behaves, or thinks.

We're out to redefine what society calls as an "influencer." By Cultivating Community and Opportunity Through Conversation.™ we are paving the way for Chicago to be a better place to live and work. 

CHICAGO'S TOP INFLUENCERS
With only 50 professionals featured per industry, these are Chicago's top influencers who are leaving a lasting legacy in their communities.

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COMING TO BOOKSHELVES
Set to hit shelves 2/1/25 across Chicagoland, readers can now connect with Chicago's most influential professionals in the most innovative way. 

Guide to Chicago's Top Professionals

THE MOST ENGAGING GUIDE EVER
Connect with influencers via their QR Code. Not only will you be able access each influencer's content, but can also connect with them directly. 

Guide to Chicago's Top Influencers

LIMITED BY CATEGORY
With only the Top 100 professionals featured per industry, this comprehensive guide features the most influential professionals across Chicagoland.

A COMMUNITY UNITED
Align our talents and purpose, to create a better way of coexisting, starts with connecting with like-minded people.

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As a way to connect Chicagoans both locally and globally, The Chicagoan Podcast is  the starting point for this incredible community. 

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Chicago is the culinary capital, because food is at the heart of community. Our gourmand events are the heart of ours and bring our influencers together. 

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Created to give underserved students a winning chance, our scholarship program prepares them with what they'll need in their careers and lives. 

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

We're much more than a platform of Influencer Hosted Podcasts. We're an ecosystem of people who truly care about one another and the impact we make in our communities. 

Apply below for consideration to be featured as a guest on our podcasts.