Crain's Chicago Business
About Crain's Chicago Business
Crain's Chicago Business is a weekly business newspaper and digital news site serving the Chicago-area business community. Owned by Crain Communications, it delivers in-depth local business reporting, investigative journalism, market analysis, and industry coverage designed to inform executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals.
Founded in 1978, the publication produces print and digital content, conferences and events, and annual lists and rankings (for example: 40 Under 40, Chicago's Best Places to Work, Tech 50) that highlight regional companies and business leaders.
Mission and focus
The mission is to provide timely, actionable business intelligence and enterprise reporting on Chicago's economy and industries, helping decision-makers identify trends, opportunities, and risks in the region.
Crain's operates an integrated print and digital newsroom, offers a metered subscription model for premium content, and runs signature editorial franchises and events that connect the local business community.