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Solve tough challenges and build a culture of innovation that secures your organization’s future: tap into our best-in-class community of startups and partners.

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We’re proud to partner with more than 100 corporations, universities, accelerators, venture capital funds, and neighborhood organizations that make up our unique atmosphere. Together, they are the X factor that drives our impact for startups.

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Leverage the expertise of our network to build cutting edge programs in strategic problem solving, market insight, or talent retention. Offerings include: intrapreneur programming, custom accelerators, corporate innovation strategy support, and start-up matching.

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Elevate your brand within Chicago’s technology and innovation community.  With hundreds of events and initiatives each year, there are unlimited possibilities.

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We’d love to talk to you about the innovation possibilities for your organization. Fill out the form to the right and a member of our team will be in touch shortly.

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