We've been receiving a bunch of messages asking us what's in the over $50,000 $60,000 in start-up friendly services that we're promising as prizes for the SeedCon fast-pitch competition. So we figured we owe you an explanation. Below the list, so start getting excited!
And don't forget, the deadline to apply to pitch at SeedCon is October 27th. It's a truly amazing opportunity to get an idea off the ground, so don't wait till the last minute! Learn more and enter here!
$30,000 in web development, design and consulting services
Doejo is one of Chicago's top agencies, powered by an amazing collective of talent and technology. They help start-ups & brands identify market opportunities and build the momentum they need to launch and grow successfully. Their clients include Lightbank, Consequence of Sound, and Google.
$12,000 in company-building legal services
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP is a full-service law firm with more than 600 attorneys in locations across the United States and an affiliate in London. Among their clients are a wide range of public and private companies, including a third of the Fortune 100, as well as a number of government and nonprofit organizations and individuals.
$10,000 in IP consulting
Richards Patent Law is a Chicago-based patent law firm providing full-service patent and intellectual property counseling, including preparing and filing patent applications with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
$4,500 in marketing services
Argentum Strategy Group helps you add a strategic marketing function to your company’s arsenal without adding headcount. They do this by offering their services via a unique Timeshare VP of Marketing® model.
$2,500 in social media training
Lightspan Digital is a Chicago-based digital marketing company specializing in social media and email marketing. Their clear, simple and direct approach takes the mystery out of marketing.
$2,500 in payment processing consulting
Planning an e-commerce site? FeeFighters is a comparison shopping website for credit card processing. They consulting services help start-ups set up their payment solutions swiftly and easily, with the guaranteed best rates and technology. Developers will assist with integration, and provide customized and dedicated support.
$2,000 in storage
Have inventory? Moving somewhere to take part in an incubator program? SMARTBOX is the premier provider of mobile storage -- from general storage, home staging, local moves, all the way to long distance moving
$800 in clubhouse office space
The heart of TechNexus is the clubhouse. What if there was a place where you were surrounded by like-minded people and where everyone around was growing their technology business? That’s TechNexus. The TechNexus clubhouse is the premier technology collaboration center in Chicago.
$750 in membership benefits
The Illinois Technology Association (ITA) is a driving force behind the growth of Illinois' vibrant technology industry. ITA’s agenda is simple – grow technology companies by fostering deep collaboration. Members of ITA benefit from unlimited access to strategic development programs, services, resources and events that support all members of their team.
Membership benefits
Since 1904 the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce has been considered one of the most influential business associations in the nation. This Chamber serves as a connection to profit and growth through three core values: collaboration, protection at all levels of government, and constant innovation.
Thank you so much to all our amazing sponsors who have been so generous to donate their services to help kick-start new entrepreneurial ventures.
If you would like to participate as a sponsor for SeedCon 2012, please email me at [email protected].
About the SeedCon Fast-Pitch Competition
On November 17th and 18th, SeedCon will host its first ever entrepreneurship fast-pitch competition, organized in partnership with Built in Chicago. It is open to anyone – just bring your team and your best ideas.
Applications due by October 27. Learn more and enter here!
Chicago Booth faculty and EVC co-chairs will select the top 8 applicants to participate in a judged competition onstage on Thursday night, between addresses by Matt Moog, CEO of Viewpoints, and Steve Kaplan, Neubauer Family Distinguished Service Professor of Entrepreneurship and Finance. Winners will receive over $50,000 $60,000 in startup-friendly services to kick-start their business.
For more information, visit www.seedcon.com or follow @seedcon on Twitter for updates!
