Tuesday, July 22, 2025

About the TechChicago Capital Summit

The 3rd annual TechChicago Capital Summit is the flagship event for founders and investors. It brings together more than 600 early to growth-stage startups, along with local and national capital providers, for a day of expert insights, collaborative problem solving, and intentional networking to accelerate the flow of capital in our region. The Summit will feature industry expert-led panels, live podcast recordings, startup pitches, workshops, and more.

Capital Summit is a main event during TechChicago Week (TCW). Learn more about
TCW at gotechchicago.com/week.

 

Featured at this year’s Summit: The Grainger Engineering Tech Startup Challenge
In partnership with The Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, this high-energy pitch competition showcases top student-led startups from across the Midwest. Investors, potential co-founders, accelerators and innovation leaders are invited to connect with the next generation of tech entrepreneurs solving real-world problems and building the future of Chicago’s startup scene. Don’t miss this unique convergence of academic talent and industry opportunity.

What To Expect

Tue July 23

Day 1 (3:30-9:00)

• Check In & Happy Hour
• Opening Keynote
• Dinner & Drinks
• Poker Night

WED July 24

Day 2 (8:00-5:00)

• Check In & Breakfast
• Opening Keynote
• Curated Panel Discussions
• Lunch
• Closing Remarks
• Happy Hour

2024 Speakers

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2025 Sponsors

In Case You Missed It: Capital Summit 2024

Venture Firms Who Joined Us In 2024

FAQ

Who should attend the TechChicago Capital Summit?

The Capital Summit is open to Midwest-based, Pre-Seed through Growth Stage Startup Founders, and Local and National Investors including Angels, VCs, Corporate Venture, GPs, and LPs.

There are a limited number of scholarships available, and priority will be given to venture-backed startups building in Chicago neighborhoods that have been historically excluded from the venture economy. Fill out this form to request a scholarship.

If you’re interested in sponsoring or partnering with us, please reach out to Tifair Hamed, Chief Growth Officer at P33, tifair.hamed@p33chicago.com.

Yes, we welcome content suggestions! Please send your recommendations to Danny Goodman at danny@techrise.co.

TechChicago Week, started in 2022, is an experience-filled week to connect people and resources in the tech ecosystem as our city works together to become the most inclusive tier 1 tech hub in the world. Learn more at gotechchicago.com/week

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  • Other ideas? Email info@techrise.co!

 

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