Right moves only
We get it. Running a business is hard. Why not have a support system to launch and scale — that’s us.
Built for early stage
& growth stage
Whether you’re building your first startup or scaling a business, joining 1871 means you’ll never be lonely along the way.
You’ll have unlimited access to a matched group of peers, innovators, trusted resources, and business services that will help you explore, build, launch, and grow with more agility.
1871-ers get access to over $150K of exclusive perks like SaaS products, web development services, and more!
Our educational resources include live workshops, digital curriculum, community tech-stack, and a network of over 250 industry experts.
From idea to IPO, 1871 is supporting you while you discover what’s next. Ask about our new virtual membership below!
In good company
⅓ of Chicago startups have come through 1871. Supporting critical moments of business development is why we’re doing the work every day.
As you grow, our resources to you shift at each new turn. We’re on this adventure with you.
1871-ers have access to:
- PYROS | In-person and digital access to curriculum built for businesses to explore, build, launch, and grow
- Community of Experts | Industry partners, mentors, and investors whenever you need it
- Trusted Spaces | Programs and digital environments unique your background, industry, business model, role, or technology type
- Sync Up | Find workshops, mentors, and fellow founders via our techstack and digital workspaces
- Be the Host | Hold clients, investor meetings, or events
- Level Up | Attend workshops, programming, and events that help to enhance exactly what you or your team needs
- A New Soap Box | Share your exciting news across our platforms
- Centralized Resources | 1871’s member portal that holds all workshops, mentor sessions, events, exclusive perks, and discounts!
- Grow Your Team | Discounted recruiting services
- Employee Benefits | Ensure team wellness with 1871 health benefits options, financial literacy platforms, and student loan repayment