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Illinois Venture Capital Association Illinois Legislative ReportDavid Stricklin / Stricklin & Associates Wednesday, April 16, 2025 IVCA LEGISLATION OUTLOOKThe IVCA has been steadily pursuing a way to address an interpretation by the Illinois Department of Revenue regarding certain taxpayers being eligible for a credit for taxes paid in other states. The bills are SB 145…

April 16, 2025 In my third year as Executive Director, I am proud to build upon IVCA’s strong foundation with members recognized as leaders in the Private Equity and Venture Capital community. Chicago’s spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship inspires me to ensure IVCA remains vital and poised for continued success. My focus has been to…

April 16, 2025 Want to join the fun but haven’t mastered the game yet? We’ve got you covered! Our exclusive golf clinic is perfect for those eager to learn. Taught by Olympia Fields golf pros, this hands-on experience will help you master driving, putting, chipping, and technique—all while connecting with industry peers. Sign up for…

Illinois Venture Capital Association Illinois Legislative ReportDavid Stricklin / Stricklin & Associates Wednesday, April 2, 2025 IVCA LEGISLATION AWAITS FLOOR ACTION IN THE HOUSE HB 1396 is poised to be heard on the House floor when the Illinois House of Representatives returns to the Capitol next week. The bill seeks to prevent certain Illinois investors…

April 2, 2025 Want to join the fun but haven’t mastered the game yet? We’ve got you covered! Our exclusive golf clinic is perfect for those eager to learn. Taught by Olympia Fields golf pros, this hands-on experience will help you master driving, putting, chipping, and technique—all while connecting with industry peers. Contact Kathy Pyne…

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April 2, 2025 Are you ready to make a meaningful impact? We still have openings at the Supporter and Mentor sponsorship levels for this year’s Golf Invitational. These exclusive opportunities allow you to showcase your commitment to community and innovation while gaining visibility among industry leaders. Act now—these spots won’t last long! Contact Kathy Pyne…

April 2, 2025 It’s been around for awhile now, and is making yet another round of prominence, backed by the new Trump administration. Cryptocurrency, the digital coinage that has been traded since 2009, is starting another stage of evolution. How does that affect the Venture Capital and Private Equity industries? The online financial press weighs…

Illinois Venture Capital Association Illinois Legislative ReportDavid Stricklin / Stricklin & Associates Wednesday, March 19, 2025 IVCA BILL ADVANCESHB 1396 advanced out of the House Revenue Committee and is now poised to be considered on the floor of the Illinois House of Representatives. The bill was approved unanimously by the committee and enjoys strong bipartisan…

March 13, 2025 CHICAGO – [March 13, 2025] – Pritzker Private Capital (“PPC” or “the firm”), a leader in family direct investing, today announced the completion of its previously announced investment in Americhem, a family-owned manufacturer of custom color masterbatch, performance additive and engineered compound solutions. PPC has invested alongside members of the Juve family…