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Monday, December 8th | Four Seasons Chicago As IVCA celebrates its 25th Anniversary, we’re taking a moment to look back at the milestones that built the foundation for today’s thriving investment ecosystem. In 2010, IVCA published “A Decade of Influence”—a retrospective capturing the first ten years of advocacy, collaboration, and growth for Illinois’ venture capital…

Monday, December 8th Four Seasons Chicago This year’s event will bring together more than 400 attendees, including legislators, policymakers, and top executives from leading firms making a powerful evening of recognition and connection. We’ve planned a refreshed look with special touches to make this milestone celebration truly memorable. It promises to be an extraordinary night…

For the 25th Anniversary year, the IVCA has announced their 2025 honorees at the upcoming (December 8th) IVCA Awards Dinner recently, and the recipient of the Richard J. Daley Award is Bruce N. Barron, Founding Partner at Origin Ventures. The Richard J. Daley Award, a traditional IVCA honor named for the former Mayor of Chicago,…

For the 25th Anniversary year, the IVCA has announced their 2025 honorees at the upcoming (December 8th) IVCA Awards Dinner recently, and the recipient of the Stanley C. Golder Award is Robert P. Morgan, Executive Vice President and Managing Director at 50 South Capital. The Stanley C. Golder Award, a traditional IVCA award named for…

Now let’s meet the 2025 Venture Capital Portfolio Company of the Year, Simple Mills. IVCA celebrates Simple Mills, along with Sponsors: Kirkland & Ellis LLP, White & Case LLP, Aprio at the annual IVCA Awards Dinner, on Monday, December 8th, 2025, starting at 5:00pm at the Four Seasons in Chicago. That night, we also honor…

IVCA Illinois Legislative ReportDavid Stricklin, IVCA Legislative Liaison, Stricklin & Associates STATE TREASURER TO RUN UNOPPOSED The office of Illinois State Treasurer is the constitutional office with the most specific connection to the IVCA as the Treasurer is responsible for the Illinois Growth and Innovation Fund (which some old-timers may still call the Technology Development…

It’s that time of year for the Illinois Venture Capital Association (IVCA) to reflect back upon the many successes and honor those who have worked toward that success. Kirkland & Ellis LLP, White & Case LLP, Aprio and the association will present the annual IVCA Awards Dinner, taking place on Monday, December 8th, 2025, starting…

This year marks 25 years of the Illinois Venture Capital Association championing a strong business climate for private equity and venture capital in Illinois. From our early advocacy that created the Technology Development Account to helping launch the Illinois Growth & Innovation Fund, IVCA has been at the forefront of shaping policy and building a…

IVCA Illinois Legislative ReportDavid Stricklin, IVCA Legislative Liaison, Stricklin & Associates Wednesday, October 29, 2025 ILLINOIS VETO SESSION HAS REVENUE ON THE MENU Illinois legislators are meeting this week in the Capitol to address a host of issues including reform and funding mass transit. By the time you have had an opportunity to review this…

October 29, 2025 The IVCA, along with sponsor Ropes & Gray and Baker Tilly, hosted the panel event “Leveraging AI to Transform VC & PE Firms” on October 7th, 2025, moderated by Martin Ruhaak, Partner at Ropes & Gray. The event featured real-world use cases and candid insights from investors who are integrating AI into…