Chief to launch in Chicago. The company offers a private network for women executives at the VP level or higher. It aims to give women support and resources in a space traditionally dominated by men. [Built In Chicago]
Arrive to acquire sPARK. Both companies offer smart parking solutions. sPARK’s recommendation engine uses urban data, statistics, and real-time information to cut down the amount of time it takes to look for a parking spot in the city. [Press Release]
Startup Runway launched in Chicago. It’s the biggest pitch competition in the country for underrepresented founders. It aims to introduce the startups to their first investors. [Businesswire]
Chicago tech taking precautions. Now that multiple cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in Illinois, some startups have stopped business travel and loaded up on hand sanitizer. Others, like 1871, implemented a zero-tolerance sick policy and have asked those who recently traveled to infected areas to stay at home. [Chicago Business Journal]
Chicago Ventures launched one-on-one matching. On a monthly basis, employees of CV portfolio companies who opt in will be matched with someone who works in a similar role at a different company. The program offers an opportunity to share best practices, ask questions and build community. Fifty-plus companies participate. [Medium]
