Promoting equity
Annually recognizing the local impact of innovators in the Chicago region's diverse neighborhoods
Promoting innovation throughout Chicago’s diverse neighborhoods.
Promoting innovation throughout Chicago’s diverse neighborhoods.
Annually recognizing the local impact of innovators in the Chicago region's diverse neighborhoods
Winners are recognized in front of 1,500 people at the Chicago Innovation Awards, ring the Nasdaq Bell, and more
Nominees and winners access year-round events aimed at forging relationships among innovators across the region
- Emile Cambry, 2016 Chicago Innovation Neighborhood Award winner, Founder and CEO of Blue 1647
May 1st - Jul 31stNominations Open
Aug 1st – Sep 30thNominees Are Evaluated
Sept.Nominee Reception
Sept.Finalists Receive a $2,500 Scholarship
OctoberWinners will be celebrated at the annual Chicago Innovation AwardsSummerWinners Ring the Nasdaq Bell in New York City