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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

We’re signing off on Bluesky 👋 Keep up with #TeamCStrategies on our other channels on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook — see you there!

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Our Senior Director of Communications Caroline Brooks will join Ann Weiler of Crain’s Chicago Business for a Publicity Club of Chicago panel on how recognition translates into credibility and long-term value. Learn more and get tickets: luma.com/u6whavqq

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Ald. Bennett Lawson’s ordinance expanding ADUs citywide is now in effect. Homeowners can now convert spaces like basements, attics and garages into housing units — a major step toward increasing supply and creating more affordable options across Chicago. Read more: www.audacy.com/wbbm780/news...

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

#TeamCStrategies is celebrating two promotions! 👏 Sarah Zegart is now Director of Communications, and Joel Dickens is Digital Manager. Both started as interns and continue to grow while elevating our work across earned and digital communications. Congrats Joel and Sarah!

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

#TeamCStrategies was on site with Pastor Cornelius Parks and Harvest Worship Center Ministries for one of Chicago’s largest Easter Egg Hunts! 🐣 Families came together for a day of fun, made possible with support from DoorDash. Read more: thechicagolandjournal.com/harvest-wors...

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Four major project wins in four weeks for @illinoisedc.bsky.social and #TeamIllinois. AbbVie, DMG MORI, CSL and Mars are expanding across Illinois, bringing 3,400 jobs and $2.1B+ in investment — a strong signal companies continue to choose Illinois to grow!

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Quantum is making its way into Chicago classrooms. ⚛️ In a new blog from the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park, teachers share how they’re introducing students to quantum concepts and preparing them for future careers. Read more:

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Quantum in the Classroom - IQMP

Chicago Teachers Prepare Themselves, Students for a Quantum Future With construction of the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP) under way on Chicago’s Southeast Side, local teachers are…

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Our #WomensHistoryMonth series continues with the Women’s Justice Institute! Led by Deanne Benos, WJI is advancing solutions to end women’s incarceration through healing-centered, community-led work. The organization was recently selected to lead Chicago’s first women-focused reentry support center.

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

The Brave Space Alliance Dignity Dash 5K is back! 🏳️‍⚧️🏃For its second year, the Dignity Dash is bringing community members and supporters together to celebrate resilience and raise critical funds for Brave Space’s services. Learn more and register: www.bravespacealliance.org/dignitydash

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

New on the #QuantumStateStories Blog: a series highlighting voices of South Chicago. In the first video, community leaders from the 7th & 10th wards share how the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park is bringing new life to a long-dormant space and creating opportunity for future generations.

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Introducing IQMP Community Voices - IQMP

From day one, the IQMP and our partners have been committed to ensuring that residents throughout greater South Chicago help inform and benefit from this development. This diverse, proud community is ...

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Our #WomensHistoryMonth series highlighting women-led organizations continues with Equality Illinois. Led by CEO Channyn Lynne Parker, the organization continues to build on decades of advancing LGBTQ+ rights and civic engagement across Illinois, advocating for a bolder and more equitable future.

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Women leaders from across Chicago gathered at the C-Strategies office for the 2nd annual ONEder Women event with UNO Chicago! Our President & CEO Becky Carroll joined Jacqueline Gomez Fuentes, Samara Mejia Hernandez + Clarisol Duque to discuss leadership and opportunities for the next generation.

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

#TeamCStrategies hit the polls for today’s primary election! If you’re in Illinois and haven’t voted yet, it’s not too late — even if you still need to register! Find more information and make your plan here: vote.gov

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

PsiQuantum, anchor tenant at the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park, and the National Cancer Center of Japan are exploring how quantum computing could accelerate drug discovery and cancer research, highlighting real-world breakthroughs this technology could unlock. Read more:

chicagobusiness.com

South Side quantum player lands drug discovery deal with Japanese cancer center

PsiQuantum has signed a research agreement with National Cancer Center Japan to develop drug discovery algorithms, underscoring demand for the emerging technology.

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Next in our #WomensHistoryMonth series highlighting women-led organizations making an impact: Golden Apple! Under CEO Alicia Winckler, Golden Apple is expanding its work to address the teacher shortage, growing from Illinois to New Mexico and Michigan and preparing the next generation of educators.

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Quantum science took over the Chicago Public Library this weekend! ⚛️📚 Families gathered at Harold Washington Library for Quantum Playground, with partners like the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park, Fermilab and the Chicago Quantum Exchange. #TeamCStrategies was there to capture it. 📸

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

New in the @chicagotribune.com: John Atkinson of @illinoisedc.bsky.social reflects on the dedication of public servants across Illinois and why their commitment to strengthening our communities deserves to be celebrated. Read more: www.chicagotribune.com/2026/03/02/o...

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John Atkinson: Public servants are under attack. Here’s why their work matters.

What I see working with Illinois’ public servants is not complacency; I see professionals who work hard to ensure their neighbors can succeed.

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

Happy Birthday to C-Strategies Founder, President and CEO Becky Carroll 🥳 For more than a decade, Becky has led our firm with vision and purpose, guiding impactful work across Chicago and Illinois. We are grateful for her leadership every day. Join us in wishing her a great year ahead! 🎉

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Federal housing changes threaten to destabilize thousands of Chicago households. In a new op-ed, Mark Ishaug of Thresholds joins leaders from Heartland Human Care Services and New Moms to warn how HUD proposals would cut supportive housing and push families out of their homes. Read more:

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Letters: Federal housing policy changes will throw thousands of Chicagoans back into crisis

Investing in housing is smart. Tearing it apart is not.

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

This #WomensHistoryMonth, C-Strategies is highlighting women-led organizations who impact their communities. First up: Illinois EDC, the state’s economic development arm. Led by Christy George, IL EDC has advanced Illinois’ standing as one of the top places in the nation for new business!

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

How do you build a globally competitive quantum ecosystem from the ground up? In a new episode of The Quantum Era podcast, Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park CEO Harley Johnson discusses the strategies that have positioned Illinois as a leader in next-generation technology. Listen:

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The Illinois Quantum Ecosystem with Harley Johnson | The New Quantum Era - innovation in quantum computing, science and technology | Episode 82

What does it take to build the world's largest dedicated quantum technology park — on the site of a former steel mill? Harley Johnson is leading that effort, and the answer involves equal parts…

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

#TeamCStrategies was on site with the Ladies of the Arc this weekend for a meaningful event that brought mothers who have lost children to gun violence together to reflect and support one another through art.

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Teacher shortages continue across the Midwest, including over 2,400 vacancies in Michigan. Golden Apple Chief Program Officer Caycee Sledge joined Up North Live to discuss how the @Golden Apple Foundation Scholars Program helps close these gaps by preparing future educators for long-term success.

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

The Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park helped kick off this year’s Bisnow Innovation Summit with a keynote on how Illinois is building the infrastructure, partnerships and talent to be a global leader in quantum. #TeamCStrategies was on site to capture it all! ⚛️

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

We’re hosting the second annual ONEder Women event with UNO Chicago! 🎤 Becky Carroll, Jacqueline Gomez Fuentes & Samara Mejia Hernandez will join a convo on leadership & building opportunity for girls in Chicago. Tickets 🎟️: unochicago.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/u...

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

#TeamCStrategies was listening as @Harley Johnson, CEO of the @Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park, joined @Khullani Abdullahi on the AI in Chicago podcast to talk about building a global quantum ecosystem — and why Illinois is ready to lead. ⚛️🎙️Listen:

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Building a Quantum Workforce in Illinois: Why Business Leaders Should Pay Attention Now

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

The Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park will be front and center at this year’s Bisnow Innovation Summit! ⚛️ This event brings together leaders shaping the future of quantum, biotech and more — featuring a keynote discussion on the #IQMP. Find tickets here: www.bisnow.com/events/chica...

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Get to know the anchor tenant of the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park, PsiQuantum, and the team working to build the world’s first utility-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computer right here in Illinois. ⚛️ More from the #IQMP’s latest blog:

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A Deep Dive with PsiQuantum ft. Aaron Fluitt - IQMP

Building a quantum computer capable of delivering real-world value across industries is an audacious goal, one that requires engineering discipline and manufacturing scale. It is also the driving…

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

This Valentine’s Day – with help from DoorDash and community volunteers – Pastor Cornelius Parks and Harvest Worship Center Ministry delivered 1,500+ meals across Chicago for LoveDay. ❤️ #TeamCStrategies was on site to help tell the story! [LINK TK]

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Happy 1-year anniversary to Megha Bhattacharya, our Special Projects Manager! Across the company, Megha keeps #TeamCStrategies’ projects moving and makes sure the team has what it needs to deliver great work. Help us celebrate Megha today!

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Happy anniversary to Lara Cooper, our SVP of Communications! Lara’s leadership and insight shape nearly every facet of #TeamCStrategies — from guiding client strategies across sectors to mentoring the next generation of communicators. We’re thankful to have her at the helm of our team!

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

🎉Two #TeamCStrategies birthdays today = two big reasons to celebrate! Happy birthday to Joel Dickens and Joanna Belanger, whose creativity, leadership and sharp instincts help move our work forward every day. We’re lucky to have them!

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

The new Quality of Life Plan for South Chicago lays out a community-driven roadmap for investment and engagement, ensuring any growth — including the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park — centers the needs of residents. Read more:

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QLPs | LISC Chicago

LISC forges resilient and inclusive communities of opportunity across America – great places to live, work, visit, do business and raise families.

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

🎥⚛️ #TeamCStrategies was on site at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign this week, working on a new video series that will help bring quantum to life for students — part of a broader effort to make quantum accessible and exciting for future generations! Take a look:

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

#TeamCStrategies was in the crowd at The Annoyance for a live taping of the Guerrilla Press podcast, where Ald. Bennett Lawson joined hosts EJ Cameron & Nick Hausman to talk about the importance of civic engagement. Always great to support leaders like him! Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/7hLu...

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

We packed a lot of major milestones into January, and kicked the year off on a high note at C-Strategies! From policy wins and program launches to new leadership and big announcements in Illinois’ innovation ecosystem, there were lots of moments for us and our clients to celebrate. Take a look! ⬇️

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

What a night at Equality Illinois’ 2026 gala! 🌈 Under the leadership of CEO Channyn Lynne Parker, Equality Illinois continues to drive essential progress for LGBTQ+ rights across the state, and it was a joy to celebrate that work alongside so many partners and advocates.

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

The Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park team continues to grow! Lauren Wilson has been named Chief Operating Officer, bringing deep public-sector and infrastructure expertise to guide the Park’s next chapter as it transforms into a global destination for innovation. More:

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Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park Announces Lauren Wilson as New Chief Operating Officer - IQMP

Wilson brings deep infrastructure and public-sector expertise to support the Park’s development CHICAGO, IL — The Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP) today announced Lauren Wilson as…

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

More accessible, affordable health care is coming to Aurora: VNA Health Care received a $750K grant from Endeavor Health to expand its Indian Ave. clinic and meet growing demand for family-centered primary care. Read more from the Aurora Beacon-News:

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VNA Health Care to expand Indian Avenue health center in Aurora

VNA Health Care is planning to expand one of its busiest health centers in Aurora with the help of a recently-announced $750,000 award from Endeavor Health.

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

With support from the City of Chicago, the Women’s Justice Institute is bringing a first-of-its-kind women-focused reentry center to Chicago! #TeamCStrategies was on the scene for the big announcement supporting WJI as they shared their vision for a space built by & for formerly incarcerated women:

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

#TeamCStrategies was on the ground with the Noah’s Arc Foundation this weekend for two events rooted in community-led violence prevention — the launch of NAF’s new girls league and a gathering of the Ladies of the Arc. We’re proud to support work that uplifts communities!

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

More Illinois students can now get hands-on training for careers in quantum + advanced tech, thanks to new programs at Chicago State University — the first public university in the state to offer them! A major step forward for workforce growth at Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park. ⚛️

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Chicago State University Launches Illinois’ First Public University Quantum and Semiconductor Credentials - Quantum Computing Report

Chicago State University (CSU) has officially launched the first Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE)-approved quantum and semiconductor workforce programs at a public university in the state. Th...

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Illinois launched the nation’s first certification program for therapy dogs working with law enforcement this year, thanks to a partnership between Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board and the Cook County Sheriff’s Office. Read more from WMBD News:

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

A new chapter for Discovery Partners Institute: Gene E. Robinson has been named Executive Director & CEO as DPI deepens its focus on AI, quantum & advanced computing! As part of Illinois’ growing quantum ecosystem, DPI is where research, talent & industry come together to shape what’s next. More:

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With new leader, U of I stakes out bold AI mission for Discovery Partners

A high-profile research leader, Gene Robinson, has been chosen as CEO.

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

Happy Birthday to Senior Director of Communications Caroline Brooks! 🎁 Caroline’s thoughtful and strategic approach to earned media has helped lift up hundreds of impactful stories of clients across multiple industries. We’re grateful to have her leadership on our team!

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

This week, we’re celebrating Vice President of Digital Strategy Claire Salzman’s birthday! 🥳 🎈Claire is a talented strategist who creates engaging, creative content across digital and social platforms that has transformed and expanded the way we are able to tell client stories.

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Today, we honor Dr. King’s legacy and the vision that brought him to Chicago in 1966 to confront housing segregation and economic injustice. The movement sparked a citywide reckoning and laid the groundwork for open housing protections still in place today. Read more: www.wttw.com/dusable-to-o...

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Power, Politics, & Pride: Dr. King's Chicago Crusade

In late 1965, Martin Luther King Jr. brought his crusade for civil rights to Chicago. He came at the invitation of the Chicago Freedom Movement, a coalition of 44 civil rights organizations working to...

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

After years of leadership and advocacy, Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth’s Clean Slate Act is officially law! 🎉 The bill will automatically seal records for nonviolent offenses, removing barriers to jobs, housing and stability. Congrats to Rep. Gordon-Booth on this accomplishment!

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Today, the Department of Family and Support Services announced a new grant award for the Women’s Justice Institute to launch Chicago’s first women-focused Community Reentry Support Center, offering housing, job support, health care and more for women after incarceration.

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C-Strategies @cstrategieschi.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

2025 was a record-breaking year for economic development in Illinois, and the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park was a key part of that success! ⚛️ From breaking ground to welcoming new partners, the #IQMP took huge steps toward making Illinois a global destination for quantum innovation.

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Illinois Celebrates Economic Development Milestones In 2025

Illinois hits $13B in investments, leads in quantum tech, tourism, and workforce growth under Governor Pritzker's 2025 economic plan.

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