By most measurements, the fall equinox marks the end of summer. Just like that, the year is nearly 3/4 done, and we’re that much closer to knocking on 2021’s door. But before we can do that, let’s look back on the last three months.
Read MoreCANstruction 2020 is Virtual!
To keep its participants safe, organizers decided to keep this year’s sculptural showcase in the digital realm. Teams created imaginary sculptures made exclusively with cans, fundraising separately to uphold our commitment to help Chicago’s most vulnerable.
Read More#Pride 2020
For #PRIDE this year, we did something a little more socially responsible. We asked our staff to run a virtual 5k or bike an equivalent 20 miles to celebrate #PRIDE. For each participant, OKW made a donation to a local charity, whose programming helps promote inclusion, support, and awareness among Chicago’s LGBTQ community.
Read MoreHow we've kept each other engaged
A crucial part of the OKW experience is the camaraderie we enjoy with our co-workers. Sharing stories and learning about each other enriches the professional relationships we have and makes work not only easier, but more fun. So what happens when we’re asked to stay home, away from the office and each other? Well, we improvise ... in a manner of speaking.
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