Startup Portfolio

About the Portfolio

The Chicago Venture Summit connects founders with investors and corporates to accelerate growth and partnership opportunities. Through World Business Chicago’s Innovation & Venture programming, we facilitate strategic matchmaking between entrepreneurs, investors, and corporates.  

The official Chicago Venture Summit Startup Portfolio is a curated group of emerging companies actively fundraising in the next 12 months. You may use the filters and search bar below to explore by categories. These startups are confirmed to attend the summit. 

If you are an investor or corporate partner interested in learning more or requesting introductions, please email info@chicagoventuresummit.com, and our team will be happy to connect you with founders in our portfolio.

Apply to the Official 2025 Startup Portfolio