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IVCA Illinois Legislative ReportDavid Stricklin, IVCA Legislative Liaison, Stricklin & Associates PRITZKER DELIVERS BUDGET ADDRESS TO ILLINOIS AND BEYOND Widely expected to win a third term in November and to then announce at some point for a presidential run, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker today delivered his FY 2027 budget address to an audience of Illinois…

The Illinois Venture Capital Association (IVCA), in partnership with Lockton, presents a two‑part webcast series focused on the insurance and risk issues facing today’s private equity firms. These sessions provide strategic updates for senior leaders and practical insights for professionals involved in deal execution and portfolio management. Presented in partnership with If you’d like me…

Venture Forward is seeking VC investors to volunteer 3-4 hours as mentors for scholarship recipients in Cohort 21 of our flagship program, VC University. This commitment involves 1 virtual hour per month from April to June 2026 (totaling 3-4 hours). Mentors must be full-time, active investors (or retired/part-time with 15+ years of experience), based in…

Throughout 2026, new member participants in the Illinois Venture Capital Association (IVCA) will keep it expanding. These new members also will give the current membership new opportunities for networking … in addition to optimizing support and partnerships … which leads to guidance and new ideas for Venture Capital, Private Equity and the support industries. The…

As of January 1, 2026 As we begin the year ahead, the IVCA Foundation is pleased to share an update on its Board of Directors. The Foundation is guided by a highly engaged and committed Board focused on expanding access, strengthening talent pathways, and supporting the long‑term growth of Illinois’ private equity and venture capital…

he Illinois Venture Capital Association (IVCA), in partnership with Lockton, presents a two‑part webcast series focused on the insurance and risk issues facing today’s private equity firms. These sessions provide strategic updates for senior leaders and practical insights for professionals involved in deal execution and portfolio management. Presented in partnership with Webcast #1: The State…

In this second month and throughout 2026, new member participants in the Illinois Venture Capital Association (IVCA) will keep it expanding. These new members also will give the current membership new opportunities for networking … in addition to optimizing support and partnerships … which leads to guidance and new ideas for Venture Capital, Private Equity…

IVCA Illinois Legislative ReportDavid Stricklin, IVCA Legislative Liaison, Stricklin & Associates GOVERNOR LEADS WITH PENSION COMMITMENT GOVERNOR PUTS PENSIONS FIRST Illinois Governor JB Pritzker got out in front of his annual budget message by releasing his preferences for how the state should handle its ongoing pension obligations. PRITZKER — FULLY FUND PENSIONS The governor gives…

The new year is underway … Happy 2026. As we begin another journey, what will be ahead in the new year, and how will it affect the Venture Capital and Private Equity world? The predictors and prognosticators in the financial media have had their say, and the IVCA offers the following articles and media that…

IVCA Illinois Legislative ReportDavid Stricklin, IVCA Legislative Liaison, Stricklin & Associates BEARS LOSE IN PLAYOFFS BUT MIGHT WIN IN THE CAPITOL Winning helps. The playoff run the Bears just recorded attracted attention and social media posts from almost all the high-profile (and not so high-profile) elected officials and policy makers in Illinois. Stiff arming a…