The Rattan L. Khosa SeedCon is Chicago Booth’s flagship entrepreneurship and venture capital conference. Through keynote fireside chats, panel discussions, and networking sessions, SeedCon provides opportunities for entrepreneurs, investors, and passionate members of the startup ecosystem to explore emerging industry themes and connect over shared ideas. With an impressive lineup… Read More
Apply now for the Q2B26 x Chicago Quantum Summit pitch competition! Duality is calling all early-stage quantum startups: We invite you to apply for the Q2B26 x Chicago Quantum Summit Pitch Competition, an exclusive opportunity to showcase your startup on a global stage on December 8th… Read More
The Collaboratorium unites business students and scientists from leading Midwestern universities to form entrepreneurial teams and turn breakthrough ideas into real-world impact. Founded at the University of Chicago’s Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, the event now convenes UChicago, Northwestern University, Purdue University, and the University of Wisconsin–Madison, showcasing cross-institutional… Read More
Please join us for the kickoff of the 31st annual Edward L. Kaplan, ’71, New Venture Challenge. This session will introduce students to one of UChicago’s premier startup accelerator programs. Attendees will learn more about the application process, program structure, and resources available throughout the competition.
Please join us for a kickoff for the 31st annual Edward L. Kaplan, ’71, New Venture Challenge. This session will introduce students to one of UChicago’s premier startup accelerator programs. Attendees will learn more about the application process, program structure, and resources available throughout the competition. 5:00 – 5:30 pm… Read More
As AI transforms every industry, intellectual property is becoming critical to startup success. Join legal experts, investors, and AI founders for a practical discussion on protecting your innovation, including patents, proprietary data and models, AI-generated content, and common IP pitfalls. Learn what investors look for and how… Read More
The UChicago Science Incubator enables early-stage science and technology startups to translate ideas into commercial opportunities. Read More
Graduate students, post-doctoral scholars, researchers, and faculty conducting scientific research and study at UChicago, Argonne, and Fermilab are encouraged to apply for Entrepreneurship for Science and Medicine. This noncredit course will provide an introduction to the field of entrepreneurship, not only familiarizing… Read More
Advance your early-stage startup with access to Alchemist’s Silicon Valley best practices and capital pathways, and UChicago’s innovation ecosystem. Read More
Accelerate AI startups through technical resources, mentorship, investor connections, and commercialization support. Read More
Connect with deep tech founders, explore new investment opportunities, and engage with a dynamic community of innovators. Read More
Connect with breakthrough startups, investors, founders, and industry leaders at an annual demo day in San Francisco. Read More