Top Illinois Events Startups (70)
PartySlate is a fast-paced Chicago startup disrupting the $156 billion events industry in the United States. There are 13 million parties per year, produced by over 460,000 venues and vendors. PartySlate connects people planning all types of events — from weddings and corporate events to galas and milestone birthdays — with the venues and vendors who can bring their ideas...
Ragan Communications is a leading publisher and resource providing training, news, networking, and events for communicators, marketers, and HR professionals worldwide.
ITE Management L.P. is a privately held, SEC-registered, alternative investment firm focused on transportation infrastructure. We seek to generate stable risk-adjusted returns for investors through a highly diversified portfolio of critical, income-generating transportation assets.
We’re the rare team who handles all your production and event technology needs. We plan and produce in-person, hybrid, and virtual events, as well as rent equipment that brings your vision to life. Based in Chicago’s Albany Park neighborhood, we’re a group of 100 friendly, hard-working people plus a few office dogs and a slew of beloved plants. We’re all about...
Ion Exhibits is a leading, global full-service event and experiential marketing agency, boasting over 30 years of expertise in forging memorable brand experiences. Tailoring each experience to the unique essence of your brand, catering specifically to your audience, and aimed at achieving your desired outcomes, Ion Exhibits crafts what we refer to as “memorable experiences.” "Memorable experiences " embodies the comprehensive...
Since 1998, i.c.stars has been running an intensive 16-week technology and leadership bootcamp to break the cycle of oppression for inner-city adults. Our project based learning approach - rooted in systems thinking and problem solving - is core to how we develop Technology and Community Leaders. Our programs transform lives and strengthen communities. Our graduates’ earnings increase average is 300%,...
LEAP Innovations' mission is to transform learning into a holistic, tailored experience—designed to prepare, empower and inspire all learners to ignite their unlimited potential. Think of us as the R&D hub for education innovation, bringing the best learning science and technology here to pilot, research and scale.
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KemperLesnik is a leading public relations, activation and event management agency serving Fortune 500 clients. Ranked by Crain's Chicago Business among Chicago's top PR agencies, KemperLesnik produces award-winning communications programs for B2B firms, global consumer products companies and leading sports brands in addition to constructing acclaimed sports marketing sponsorship platforms and activations. KemperLesnik manages national and international events, including the...
HappyFanTickets is an online secondary ticket exchange based out of Chicago, Illinois. Started in June 2011, our goal is to provide a local community for fans to search for or sell tickets, connect to one another, and enjoy the best sporting and entertainment venues Chicago has to offer. As fans ourselves, we found the process of ticket buying and selling to be...
BigMarker is building the world’s largest webinar network. Founded in 2010, it was born from the idea that web conferencing could help people anywhere learn and build relationships with peers. Since then, BigMarker has evolved into a full-featured platform surrounded by a growing community of 7,000 organizations from over 190 countries.
Guidance8 offers an extensive range of programs that help people improve their lifestyle. Their programs focus on the eight dimensions of wellness that include proper diet, physical activity, social engagement, financial seminars, training for jobs and interviews, life coaching, etc.
[ibimage==22735==Original==none==self==ibimage_align-center]SeatSync is a mobile application, available for both Android and iOS devices, that connects buyers and sellers of sports and music tickets for in-person transactions.SeatSync allows fans to find other nearby fans that are buying or selling tickets, and then walks them through the meet-up and purchase process. The app is rooted in an easy-to-use interface with features including location-based...
Mingle Around is an entertainment development company specializing in event planning, marketing and promotions for single professionals. In other words...Mingle Around hosts hot singles social events weekly in both Chicago and the suburbs. A typical week may include exclusive VIP singles parties, speed dating, cooking classes, movie night, whiskey tasting, singles dance lesson, networking events and more. Mingle Around also offers personalized...
TagPrints builds custom photo and video experiences for the biggest brands and agencies across the world (think Facebook, Warner Bros., The NBA, etc.). These experiences range from simple photo booths deployed in large quantities to brands across the world, all the way up to fully immersive experiences to promote a new Hollywood film.
Red Frog Events is an event production company known for its success pioneering the experiential entertainment industry and its award-winning company culture. Since 2007, the company has developed innovative brands including the Warrior Dash obstacle race series, Firefly Music Festival, American Beer Classic, and EventSprout.com.Red Frog has been n
GSV Ventures is a venture firm investing in exceptional technology entrepreneurs creating scaled solutions in the “Pre-K to Gray” digital education and skills market Our portfolio companies include Coursera, Class Dojo, Degreed, Outlier, Remind, Course Hero, Master Class, and more.
The FLIG Music App is a platform for an industry-curated community, where talented people work together to create memorable events.
Aging Media Network is a boutique media company covering the $7.6 trillion business of senior housing and care.
EA Collective is a portfolio of unique divisions, each specializing in connecting brands with their audiences — from developing identities (Storyhorse) to content (Studio Sage) to experiences (Agency EA). We believe in pushing creative boundaries, delivering the highest quality work, and serving as true partners for our clients at any stage of their brand journey.
