1871 is a private collective of trailblazing founders, visionary leaders, resilient innovators, and steadfast supporters in tech. Immerse in our programs, resources, and community uniquely designed for …

1871 is a nonprofit located in the historic Merchandise Mart. The diversity and density of our community creates the conditions for both calculated and fortunate collisions of success between early stage, …

Bring your full self to 1871. Our specialized identity and industry programs are carefully tailored to help you embrace your unique strengths, connect with industry insiders who will champion your success, …

Meet the team members working behind the scenes to bring 1871's mission to life.

Join the 1871 FinTech Innovation Lab and immerse yourself in a dynamic, global FinTech ecosystem. Here, you’ll find inspiring mentors, strategic investors, talented collaborators, and a supportive …

Discover the benefits and perks of joining 1871's growth-stage membership. Designed for startups from seed to IPO, our membership provides tailored support for growth founders, team leaders, and …

Michael D. Lyman Treasurer, Chair of the Finance and Audit Committee Senior Managing Director, Lead – Strategy & Consulting North America, Accenture

1871’s Web3 Innovation Lab links growth-stage and late-stage startups with corporate businesses, industry experts, & investors in Web3. Join the lab to solve leading industry challenges and …

In order to create a more robust and accessible experience, we have shifted programming to Thursday, May 8th. We hope you can still make it however if you are no longer able to attend, please email …

Tech Leaders was developed in partnership with the 1871 Affinity Council as part of our ongoing efforts to promote technological advancement in Chicago, particularly for Black and Latinx leaders seeking …