When it comes to business and industry, there are hardly any places in the world that can boast the diversity, wealth, and opportunity to be found in Chicago. Some of the most profitable ventures in the world have Chicago based zip codes. Chicago, in fact, is one of the few cities in the United States, major or minor, to remain unscathed by the current recession. For that reason, many people are relocating to the area in search of reliable and well paying employment. Let's take a quick look at just a few of the many businesses and industries which operate out of the Chicago area.

ArcelorMittal

Perhaps there is no company more appropriate to start this section off with than ArcelorMittal. The largest steel company in the world has both the business and processing arms of its operations present in Chicago. The city is home to the North American headquarters of the company, while plants run locally contribute to the millions of dollars worth of goods which are manufactured, bundled together by strapping machinery, and sent off to the world markets each year.

Abbott Laboratories

One of the most important pharmaceutical companies in the world is also based in the city of Chicago. You have to give the company research and development credit; Abbot laboratories is known as the first facility to develop a blood test which could identify the presence of HIV within the blood.

As is the case with AM, Abbott Laboratories represents both industry and business within the Chicago landscape. The many labs and facilities require a variety of highly trained technicians to run, as well as the most state of the art equipment. Y strainers are constantly working to separate solids from refined chemical processes, while other types of high end machinery prevent spills and toxic leaks.

Computer Discount Warehouse

Chicago residents will be delighted to learn of the presence of a business which is repeatedly on lists of best companies to work for in CDW. This company resells dozens of different types of value added computer products, including the latest modems, new crimp terminals and all.

Illinois Tool Works

Yet another company which has both business and manufacturing operations in Chicago, ITW is also a totally home grown company. People who are suspended high above the earth, protected by polyester slings and scaffolding, can attest to the quality of the products this company provides. It is a world leader in specialty products, fasteners, and components used in construction and other endeavors.

These are just four of the huge corporations which have a significant presence in Chicago. There are 17 more companies on the Fortune 500 list based within the city, along with hundreds of other large business, plants, and factories.

In addition, there are thousands of individual businesses which serve the needs of Chicago's industry giants. No wonder the city is considered a major world center, where even a rough economy doesn't dampen job prospects.

This article is made possible thanks to the Canadian Funding Corporation team and Moishe Alexander.