Techstars Chicago
Techstars Chicago, in partnership with Long Chicago, is an early stage accelerator & venture fund. We're long on the Midwest and intensely founder-focused. To our selected companies, we offer a large and committed investor + mentor base, dedicated office space in downtown Chicago for up to a year, and a program centered on building and fundraising.
Backing Big Ideas
At Techstars Chicago, our mission is to earn the right to be your most trusted advisor. We partner with founders through hands-on mentorship, meaningful connections, and the support needed to build and scale their companies. Techstars Chicago is not industry or vertical focused. All ambitious founders are welcome to apply. We're especially excited by founders building something inevitable, even if others don't see it yet. If you're building an ambitious company and looking for the network, guidance, and support to accelerate your growth, we'd love to hear from you.
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