Innovation Hub

Chicago

is like going out of the world.

Chi-town

Great lakes

Chicago has seen innovation in music, governance, startups, health and community

Federal, state and local incentives
EDGE, the Economic Development for a Growing Economy, is a tax credit incentive program designed to encourage startups to invest, create, and retain talent

What We’re Building

Connecting with key players from Chicago’s tech & startup ecosystem to envision and build a shared future

Co-Working & Creativity: Flexible spaces, with daily passes, memberships and office space.
Startup accelerator: mentorship programs, empowering underrepresented founders
Innovation labs: intentional spaces
Leadership Retreats: thriving hospitality industry
Local Impact: civic engagement, community development
Events & Gatherings: networking, summits & raves

1871

1871 is a community of technology-focused startups and entrepreneurs working together to shape the future of Chicago’s economy

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Built in Chicago

Chicago tech jobs & startup database

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