In-Person Event

How to Launch a Startup in Chicago

Learn about the local ecosystem

Date
Jun 15, 2016
Time
07:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Address
The Nerdery, 1033 W Van Buren St, 7th Floor, Chicago, IL
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Chicago has a fast growing startup ecosystem, and entrepreneurs here are lucky to have so many resources available to help them in their journey. However, many people don't know about all of the resources available, the differences between them, or what resources are right for them. At "How to Launch a Startup in Chicago", we will gather representatives from different entrepreneurial organizations, and top local entrepreneurs, to outline the local resources and provide tips on how to build a startup in Chicago. Event is sponsored by Founder Institute Chicago, Nerdery, and AEGIS Professional Services.

Panelists:

  • Billy Banks, Associate Director, The Garage at Northwestern University
  • Dave Culver, Co-Founder, VentureSHOT
  • Robert Gold, Managing Attorney, AEGIS Professional Services
  • Florence Hardy, Director, Small Business Development Center, Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce
  • Jerre Imke, Community Manager, MakeOffices
  • Rob Pasquesi, Founder, Pasquesi Partners
  • Gregg Walrod, Development Manager and Co-President at Nerdery
  • Jason Jacobsohn, Director, Founder Institute Chicago (moderator)

Who Should Attend?

  • Anyone who is launching or thinking about launching a local startup
  • Anyone who wants to meet local investors, accelerators, co-working spaces, and founders
  • Anyone who wants to learn about the resources available for local entrepreneurs

 

What is the Agenda?

  • Welcome and Socializing
  • Introductory Talks by Ecosystem Organizations
  • Panel Discussion with Representatives from Top Local Organizations
  • Question and Answer Session
  • Discussion and Drinks at a Local Bar or Restaurant

 

This event is free to attend. Join us for a fun evening! For more free startup events, visit http://FI.co/events.

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Speakers

David

David Culver

Co-Founder @ VentureSHOT

Local Partners

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