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Forbes 30 Under 30: Food & Drink

Katlin Smith started working on her business as a side project before leaving her job at Deloitte to build her brand full-time. Four years later Simple Mills, based in Chicago,…

Simple Mills’ Not-so-simple Success: 5 Questions with Founder Katlin Smith

After suffering from joint pain, Katlin Smith, now 28, took a hard look at her eating habits and opted for more whole, natural foods. She soon discovered a lack of…

Jerry Jones-Backed Blue Star Sports Acquires UChicago-Born CaptainU

A University of Chicago-born sports recruiting startup just got acquired by Blue Star Sports, a sports software company backed by Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones. Read more.

Instacart Predicts These 2 Chicago Startups Will Have a Huge 2017

What products will soar in popularity on Instacart in 2017? According to the grocery delivery giant, a Chicago startup’s gluten-free baking mixes and a locally-made protein bar are poised for…

17 Chicago Startups to Watch in 2017

Now in its third year, it’s safe to say none of Chicago Inno’s previous Startups to Watch lists have included three founders who have all led companies to $1 billion+…

African Start-up Helps and Inspires Young Female Entrepreneurs

In Zambia, one of their blogs is the undisputed arbiter of style. In South Africa, one of their apps is the gateway to private beaches and pop-up dining. In Kenya,…

In the Chamber of Secrets: J.K. Rowling’s Net Worth

In 2012, Forbes dropped J. K. Rowling after eight years on its authoritative billionaires list, saying high British taxes and large charitable contributions had eroded her fortune. Forbes may want…

An Engineer Designed These Sports Bras, Inspired by Chicago Architecture

Chicago’s unique architecture played muse to two Chicago entrepreneurs jumping into the fashion business. Powwful is a new line of colorful, full coverage sports bras designed by Chicago entrepreneurs Lotika…

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