Chicago Tech Events – March Edition
Steven's suggested tech events happening in Chicago throughout the month of March.
Hi everyone,
Due to popular demand, I’ve organized a formal newsletter where I highlight interesting tech events open to the public that are happening over the course of the next month. Previously, I’ve shared events with many of you on an ad hoc basis. I decided putting together a newsletter would be a great way to keep everyone informed and bring more people within my circle and the broader tech community together on a regular basis.
This is by no means an exhaustive list, so feel free to send me other events you’ve come across that look interesting. Also, let me know which events you plan on going to and I’ll do my best to get together with you while I’m there. While I always hope to make it to as many events as possible, things inevitably get in the way so I apologize in advance if I miss you at any of these events.
Finally, please forward this newsletter to anyone who would be interested in subscribing. I’d love to have more people involved and continue to grow the collaborative community within the Chicago tech ecosystem that I’ve come to appreciate so much.
Here are the events I picked out throughout the next month ordered chronologically. I hope to see many of you there!
VR & AR; #TheNextEvolution In Training
Wednesday March 4th, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
“Come talk with industry experts about how VR and AR are growing through all aspects of corporate and industrial training, and how you can get involved yourself. We will have networking, demos and an audience Q&A with our expert panel.”
Chicago Impact Investing Showcase 2020
Monday March 9th, 5:15pm - 7:45pm
“Hosted by Impact Engine, this year's Showcase will highlight ‘The 5P Framework for Understanding the Impact in Impact Investing,’ which outlines the ways in which companies and investors can create positive impacts.”
Chicago Founder Night Out - Entrepreneur Networking, Drinks, & Fun!
Monday March 9th, 6pm - 9pm
“Founder Night Out is a fun, social event where you can meet local entrepreneurs and technology CEOs. Also, you can share your business ideas and aspirations with like-minded peers. The event is sponsored by Founder Institute Chicago and Irish Nobleman Pub.”
College New Venture Challenge
Wednesday March 11th, 1pm - 4:30pm
“The finals of the 8th Annual College New Venture Challenge (CNVC). Throughout the afternoon, the CNVC finalists will present to a panel of judges comprised of investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts. Prizes – which include $85,000 in cash prizes and in-kind services – have helped past CNVC finalists like Quevos, Cubii, Fronen, and Moneythink grow into successful businesses.”
Vouch Insurance Open House
Wednesday March 11th, 6pm - 8pm
“Come celebrate with us at our new Chicago headquarters! We are so lucky to consider San Francisco and Chicago home, and are moving into our new Chicago office! Drinks, appetizers and great conversation await with founders, VC's and partners alike!”
2020 Vision: Tech Hiring Trends in the New Decade
Thursday March 12th, 6pm - 8pm
“This March, Tech in Motion Chicago is hosting a panel discussion that will dive into tech career development and tech hiring trends emerging in the new decade.”
MATTER Pitch Practice
Friday March 13th, 8:30am - 10:30am
“Each month at MATTER Pitch Practice, we invite Chicago’s healthcare community to watch selected MATTER startups practice pitching their ventures. Pitch Practice is a unique opportunity for these startups to receive precise, individualized feedback from a diverse group of industry leaders with focus areas ranging from raising capital to partnering with health systems — and everything in between. This event is a great environment to engage with the MATTER community, network and learn how you can get involved.”
WorkBox Faster Smarter Launch
Wednesday March 18th, 9am - 6:30pm
“Join us for a day of strategic meetings, panels and networking with peers and industry leaders who are shaking up the Chicago startup scene. We have invited the who's who of Chicago tech to divulge their strategies, insights and know-how to celebrate the launch of our Faster Smarter accelerator program.”
Tales from the Trenches: Khan Siddiqui - CMO and CSO, Hyperfine
Wednesday March 18th, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
“Hyperfine's Khan Siddiqui joins us at our March Tales from the Trenches™. At our next Tales from the Trenches™, Khan will join us to share his latest adventure: Leading Hyperfine, a company that has created the first portable MRI, as chief medical and chief strategy officer. Join us to learn about what’s next for Hyperfine and for Khan, hear about his career journey — from the successes to the failures — and his advice on how to succeed as an entrepreneur and leader in healthcare.”
Bootstrappers Breakfast Chicago
Thursday March 19th, 8:30am - 10am
“Bootstrappers Breakfast Chicago is moderated by Travis Johnson, bootstrapper and founder of foodjunky acquired by delivery.com. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or thinking about starting something from your garage, come on out for a great conversation. The other attendees will all be in early stage technology startups, it will be a chance to compare notes on operational, development, and business issues with peers.”
MHub 2020 Product Showcase & Demo Day
Thursday March 19, 2pm - 9pm
“On mHUB's third anniversary, join us for a day of discussion and celebration of innovation in physical product development across the Midwest, sponsored by Bank of America. Hear from the visionaries, innovators, and entrepreneurs working to carry our region's legacy as the engine for U.S. manufacturing. Exciting events planned throughout the day including talks, startup pitches, and a showcase of more than 30 startups leading the way in product development.”
The Next Insurtech Unicorn | Kyle Nakatsuji, Co-Founder & CEO of Clearcover
Thursday March 19th, 6pm - 8:30pm
“Join us as Kyle Nakatsuji shares his founding story behind Clearcover and what's made them such a success, not to mention how they raised over $100 million!”
WiSTEM C10 Showcase
Tuesday March 31st, 5:30pm - 7pm
“WiSTEM, which is 1871’s incubator for science, technology, and math startups led by female founders, is hosting a showcase of the companies in their 10th cohort of startups. The presenting startups have a wide variety of businesses, ranging from a startup law firm to helping with 401k transfers to a calendar for customers’ social lives. The pitch event should be a terrific opportunity to meet many of the best up-and-company startups led by women.”
The Creators of the World's FIRST eCommerce Company | Thomas Parkinson of Peapod
(Putting this event on your radar early – Tom Parkinson is a long-time family friend and has an awesome story)
Thursday April 2, 6:00-8:30 PM
“Join us as Thomas Parkinson of Peapod comes to share his incredible 30+ year journey with us at the place where it all started, the Northwestern campus!”