2020 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, first Black-owned company contracted for Exposition Services.

The Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago is hailed as the "most inclusive convention in history" with $150-$200 million impact on the local economy. DNC's Chicago 2024 Host Committee sought to include local vendors, with eight of the 17 major contracts awarded to minority and women-owned businesses. Glenn Charles Jr.'s firm, Show Strategies, became the first Black-owned company to be contracted for Exposition Services, marking a milestone for small businesses in the city.

August 21, 2024
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