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...
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%,...
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...
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.
Ragan Communications is a leading publisher and resource providing training, news, networking, and events for communicators, marketers, and HR professionals worldwide.
Memento is a fintech startup. We offer a mobile application that personalizes digital cash gifting for special occasions. Cash. The gift that everybody wants but nobody wants to give. Because no matter how much money you give it still feels transactional when it’s written from your checkbook. And Venmo is for splitting pizza, not for sending gifts.
SceneTap is a data technology company that provides real-time foot traffic and demographic analytics for retail and hospitality businesses. SceneTap’s website and mobile application provide consumers with real-time information related to nightlife establishments in a given city. With the tap of a button, users can view information on how many people are at a place, the male-to-female ratio and the...
With powerful, web-based automation, Evention solves the challenges long-associated with cash operations and gratuity management for the hospitality, restaurant, and retail industries. Say goodbye to spreadsheets, say hello to automation, and say hello to Evention.
VenueMatch is a community-centric platform where users can readily reserve unique, trendy spaces for their activities and share the rental costs with their peers. To the end of building a marketplace of creative spaces, VenueMatch welcomes listings of all spaces, from lofts, warehouses, photo studios, gardens, workspaces, pools, and more.
We are a startup consulting firm, but we identify more as human-centric designers than consultants. We work with companies across FinTech, Life Sciences, Media, and more to bring the best experiences to their employees from leadership development to onboarding to executive offsites. We believe in making big impact – and enjoying the process to create something meaningful with our team,...
Easier. Smarter. Targeted. Trackable. Speed Networking is the leader in structured networking for conferences & events. We take the value of face-to-face networking and combine it with our advanced matching software. It's more efficient + more effective.
Pearachute is a new way to help your child discover and explore activities that best fit your family’s schedule. From ballet to baseball, Pearachute gives you flexibility and variety — all in one monthly membership.
CloudSpotter is a an advanced photo analytics technology company. Its platform and applications enable true zero-click private photo sharing, providing seamless photo access in conjunction with unprecedented privacy safeguards. People shouldn’t have to search for their photos, rather – their photos should find them.
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.
Through cohort and online experiences, Bonfire women will learn how to apply & amplify their voices and individual perspectives to Matter More. Our work is based on the assumption that when women show up, stand out, and break through at work they are not only able to make their workplace work for them, but for everyone around them as well. This...
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...
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.
There is transformative power in a shared vision. The founders of The Economic Club recognized that in 1927 when they established the nonpartisan organization to encourage dialogue among leaders dedicated to advancing society and the institutions that shape it. For over 90 years the Club has maintained that legacy and today we remain committed to connecting Chicago’s top business and...
