The Polsky Exchange incubates 15-20 companies at a time, in addition to the thousands of companies run by the Polsky Exchange’s 3,000+ members. The Polsky Exchange fosters innovation and commercialization through 34,000-square feet of shared co-working space, a state-of-the-art Fabrication Lab, and full calendar programming and workshops designed to help entrepreneurs translate their ideas into businesses.
Overview
Join The Fun. Become a Member.
Member benefits include: * Educational Opportunities * Fab Lab * Co-working Space * Community * Mentorship
Polsky Incubator
The Polsky Incubator provides space, mentorship, and support to early-stage startups, helping them achieve critical milestones and grow into sustainable businesses.
Fabrication Lab
The Fab Lab offers entrepreneurs opportunities to transform their ideas into physical objects to share, test, and perfect.
Workshops and Events
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Featured Events
Join us to learn critical skills for starting your own business and networking with fellow entrepreneurs.
19
Aug
Info Session: Alchemist Chicago Accelerator
20
Aug
Polsky Exchange Member Breakfast: Healthcare, Fitness & Social Assistance
27
Aug
Small Business Development Center (SBDC) On Deck Pitch
2
Sep
Polsky Exchange Member Open House
3
Sep
Polsky Exchange Member Open House
4
Sep
Business Acumen Series: Side Hustle or Real Business? Know the Difference
5
Sep
Application Deadline: Alchemist Chicago Accelerator
5
Sep
Application Deadline: Fall 2025 I-Corps Program
Guided Tour
Come See Us!
Interested in seeing the space? Throughout the year, tours are offered at The Polsky Exchange to check out the space, discuss membership options, and meet members of the Polsky team.
The Space: Stats:
34,000
Square foot co-worker space
10-20
Startups housed at one time
2,500+
Members
450+
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