S.C. Johnson & Son , previously known as S. C. Johnson Wax , is an American privately held, global manufacturer of household cleaning supplies and other consumer chemicals based in Racine, Wisconsin. It has operations in 72 countries and its brands are sold in over 110. It is the largest component of the Johnson Family Enterprises, which also includes the Johnson Financial Group, and Johnson Outdoors. In 2006, S. C. Johnson & Son employed approximately 12,000 and had estimated sales of $7.5 billion.
The inaugural Chicago Architecture Biennial held from October 2015-January 2016 will be the largest international survey of contemporary architecture in North America. The event will include a number of exhibitions and educational programs featuring many of the world’s leading architects.