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# **Chicago**
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Founded in 2012 our mission is to educate, inspire & connect the entrepreneurs in the Chicagoland area.
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## **Upcoming events**
**27 feb 2025**
 In-Person Event
**2025 Chicago Edtech Extravaganza**
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What's new and noteworthy on the edtech scene? Check out top edtech startups as they give live pitches and hear a fireside chat with a special guest
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**Rajiv Nathan**
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Startup Grind & Startup Hypeman
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**The 5th Annual Great Chicago Food Bash!**
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**SG Global Pitch Battle 2025 - The Final**
**SG Global Pitch Battle - Semi Final #3 - North America**
**SG Global Pitch Battle - US Virtual**
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