Be inspired by new ideas and fresh new directions. Spend time throughout the year with Chicago’s finest minds and today’s hottest innovators. Check back soon for details on 2012 events.
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Kick-Off Cocktail Reception
May Announcing the start of the annual Chicago Innovation Awards event season, friends and guests come together for an insider”s look at the year ahead. |
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Past Winners Showcase
July Celebrating the rich history of Chicago innovation, a special panel is assembled featuring some of the most successful past winners of the Chicago Innovation Awards. |
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Media, Capital, and Strategy Day
August Featuring talks by experts to help Chicago innovators navigate the challenges of launching a new product or service. |
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Nominee Reception
House of Blues Chicago September To recognize Chicago’s innovators, all of the year’s nominees are honored. 332 organizations were celebrated at the House of Blues in 2010.
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The Practical Innovator
Kellogg School of Management September A day-long executive education course that teaches the practical skills of innovation to the top 75 nominees.
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Chicago Innovation Awards Ceremony
The Harris Theater November On November 8th, the Chicago Innovation Awards will ceberate the creative spirit of the Chicago region by honoring our most innovative new products and services. 1400 people are invited to attend this annual celebration at Chicago’s Harris Theatre. |
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Ringing the Opening NASDAQ Bell
Times Square, NYC November The winners of the Chicago Innovation Awards rang the opening NASDAQ bell in New York City to celebrate their achievement on a global stage, thanks to an invitation from TechAmerica.
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Past Winner Panels throughout the year
Throughout the year, the Chicago Innovation Awards presents a variety of panel discussions and co-hosted events with organizations such as the Executives’ Club of Chicago, SIM Chicago, the Business Marketing Association, and many others. |
