CHICAGO’S FLAGSHIP INNOVATION & VENTURE SUMMIT
Our Largest Venture Summit Yet.
With 900+ registered participants representing over 500+ unique organizations, The Chicago Venture Summit: Future of Health was our greatest Venture Summit yet.
To our attendees, startups, investors, and partners – on behalf of World Business Chicago – thank you!
Made for Chicago’s Startup Ecosystem
The Chicago Venture Summit brings investors, founders, corporate innovators, and ecosystem builders into the same room to find their next deal, partner, or hire.
No matter where you fall into Chicago’s innovation ecosystem, the Summit has an opportunity for you.
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Get warm introductions to vetted, growth-stage companies across Chicago's highest-conviction sectors.
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Pitch, meet capital, and get in front of the corporates who can accelerate your next round.
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Scout partnerships and pilot-ready technology before it's on a competitor's roadmap.
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Universities, nonprofits, and civic groups connect research and talent to capital.
2026 Startup Portfolio
Thank you to the 300+ startups who applied and attended this year’s summit – our largest startup portfolio class ever!
Thank You To Our Future of Health Partners!
Presenting Partners:
Innovation Partners:
Venture Partners:
Chicago Venture Summit 2025: Future of Food
