Immediately following the John Edwardson, ’72, Social New Venture Challenge (SNVC) finals, the Rustandy Center for Social Sector Innovation will host its annual Taste the Impact reception. Attendees will enjoy catering from a variety of food-focused, mission-driven organizations based in and around Chicago. The winners of the 2019 SNVC Finals will be announced during the Taste the Impact reception.

This event is part of UChicago Innovation Fest 2019, a month-long celebration of pioneering discovery and entrepreneurial endeavors at the University of Chicago. Organized by the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, the series of events, workshops and accelerator programs, including the globally recognized Edward L. Kaplan, ’71, New Venture Challenge, highlights the breadth and impact of innovation at UChicago in the areas of entrepreneurship and research commercialization, scientific advancements, and social and global impact. This year’s Innovation Fest will take place May 1-June 9, 2019. For more information, visit innofest.uchicago.edu.