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📢 Ignite your innovation strategy at 1871’s Corporate Innovation Summit happening later this month! Join us for the morning on 📅 7.23.24 for an exclusive event where corporate leaders and innovation experts converge to shape the future of business. Event highlights: ✨ Welcome Breakfast ✨ Why Innovation Matters with 1871 CXO Stephanie Miller ✨ Tech On the Edge with 1871 CEO Betsy Ziegler ✨ Innovation Community: Interactive Networking ✨ The View of the Possible: Breakout Discussions $250 for non-members. 1871 Corporate Members reach out to smiller@1871.com for free promo code. 🔗 RSVP to save your spot:https://lnkd.in/gRSDK89W #InnovationSummit #CorporateInnovation #1871Chicago #InnovationLeaders

🎥 Listen to Tech Leader Alumn Jackie Payne share her journey in our program and learn how you can could transform your career as a Black or Latin professional. We’ve just extended the application deadline for our Fall 2024 Tech Leaders cohort featuring BLKtech & LTNtech tracks until 07.23.24! We've also expanded to include market-facing roles, making our program even more inclusive! This 4-month virtual program offers curated leadership-development workshops, peer-driven forums, group coaching, and 1:1 mentorship. Join a cohort dedicated to your growth and success! Apply now:https://lnkd.in/gPnU-E75 #TechLeaders #LeadershipDevelopment #DiversityInTech #CareerGrowth #ApplyNow

1871 Member Spotlight 👤🔦: Jorge Ortiz, Founder Venditi.ai Learn more at http://www.venditi.ai/ View all  Member Spotlights videos ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gYCgghT3 Check back here every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month for new content! This benefit is exclusive to active 1871 members only. To become an 1871 member head to 1871.com > ‘Join’ today.   #1871innovationhub #founders #innovation #entrepreneurship #tech #1871memberspotlight #AI

🚀💻 LAST CALL! Applications for our 2024 #BLKtech Founders cohort close TODAY! This is your final chance to join a transformative 12-week program designed specifically for Black early-stage tech founders. Here’s what you’ll gain: ✨ Invaluable Mentorship: Learn from seasoned tech leaders who have been where you are and can guide you through your unique challenges. ✨ Supportive Community: Connect with a network of like-minded founders who understand your journey and can provide peer support. ✨ Leadership Development: Participate in workshops that will enhance your leadership skills and prepare you to scale your startup. 🌱 Real Growth: Past participants have seen significant growth in their startups thanks to the hands-on support and actionable insights gained from the program. Don’t miss out on this empowering experience that could be the catalyst for your startup’s success. Apply now before it’s too late: https://lnkd.in/gEw9jmw3   #Tech #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Startups #ChicagoTech Molson Coors Beverage Company Black Product Managers Network

🎆 Happy 4th of July from the 1871 Team! 🎆 Wishing you a day filled with celebration, joy, and freedom. As we honor this special day, let's remember the values of independence and unity that make our nation strong. Enjoy the festivities with your loved ones and stay safe! Thank you for being a part of our community. Together, we continue to innovate and grow. Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸 #FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #CelebrateFreedom #Team1871 #Innovation #Community

🗣 Join us in networking and gain actionable insights during our Talent Talk: Leveraging Fractional Leaders for Growth on 7.17 from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM CST at 1871. Learn when and how to harness the expertise of fractional executives for maximum impact!In partnership with @ Arena and NextGroup, LLC, this event is tailor-made for companies in growth stages looking for the best strategy on how and when to bring in fractional leaders. Our panel discussion will feature seasoned experts, as they share their wealth of experience in navigating critical growth startups. Meet Our Panelists: William Smith, Strategic Partner & Field CTO @ WSC @https://lnkd.in/gkGJap49 Heather Tuason,  CEO of @ Arena https://lnkd.in/gsa_9wpB Kajal Jain, Founder & Strategist of  Team Habit Erika Knierim, Senior Associate Attorney at Founders Law LLC Don't miss this opportunity to learn and network with industry leaders. Mark your calendar and join us for an insightful discussion that can transform your business strategy! 🚀 Sign up: https://lnkd.in/gufuq8k5   #Networking #Leadership #StartupGrowth #BusinessStrategy #TechStartups

📌📃Our Juneteenth 2024 Recap blog just posted! Relive 1871’s celebration of Black culture & excellence 📹🏆🎉. With a SOLD OUT event, we came together to honor Black innovation, entrepreneurship, and community spirit. From our BLKtech Pitch Competition Finals to spotlighting local Black-owned businesses, the event was a testament to the power of unity and support in Chicago. Check out our blog post to relive the highlights and learn more about the impactful companies that participated! 👀Watch & read about some of the best moments of the day: https://lnkd.in/gR46pDqv Felicia Jackson CPRWrap, Inc. Makini Allwood plait Dr. Rebecca Cesar, DHSc, MS-MHA Tinted Health Hope Tariro Ndhlovu Tuverl Dana Fry Ujamaa Financial BATTER & BERRIES LLC Da Book Joint @ Daisy's Po-Boy Tavern @ Few Whiskey Hue. Chicago Here Here Market IWN @ Kido @ L1 Michael Lavelle Wines @ The Revel Room @ Ladybird Crochet OCA Ventures Wintrust Financial Corporation Google for Startups Aloa Molson Coors Beverage Company Eventnoire Creative Cypher #Juneteenth #BlackExcellence #BlackTech #ChicagoTech

👏We’re still in awe the 5️⃣ winning founders of our 2024 BLKtech Pitch Compeition: CPRWrap, Inc., plait, Tinted Health, Tuverl, Ujamaa Financial! These early stage startup founders pitched during our #juneteenth celebration, taking home a combination of cash, equity, & developer credits to fuel their visions. Congratulations to their hard work and dedication to their companies, we certainly can’t wait to see what the future holds. Revisit our finalists blog to learn more about the startups: 📰➡️ https://lnkd.in/gUJgKdPq #Blackfounders #BLKtech #blackentreprenures #blackfunding #startupfunding #pitchcompeition