Three Chinese and U.S. companies were awarded at the gala for the recognition of their excellent performances in business developments and corporate social responsibilities. The three companies are CRRC Sifang America, Inc., CW Bearing USA, Inc. and Bank of China. At the highlight of this year’s Gala Dinner, the Vice President of Community Impact of Greater Chicago Food Depository Nicole Robinson announced the launch of 2018 – 2019 CGCC-Chicago Social Responsibility Review and Prospect Volunteering Program at the end of the dinner.
China General Chamber of Commerce – U.S.A. (CGCC) is a nonprofit organization representing Chinese enterprises in the United States. CGCC-Chicago covers nine states in the Midwest – Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, and Wisconsin. During the period of 2000 to 2017, Chinese companies have invested over $20.3 billion with over 45,000 local jobs in the above nine states.