The 17th annual Chicago Innovation Awards took place Monday night, and more than two dozen local companies and organizations across Chicagoland were recognized for their innovative spirit. After reviewing more than 500 nominations, 100 finalists were announced in September and a panel of judges picked this year’s winners. Notable honorees this year include Chicago startups like Cameo, UPshow, Codeverse and Jiobit.

Lincoln Park Zoo’s new lion habitat wins Chicago Innovation Award for development and features
The habitat features temperature-regulated rocks, zip lines and pulleys that deliver meals in a way that allows for stalking and hunting behavior, and an enclosure that allows visitors a nearly nose-to-nose experience.