Entrepreneurship at the Booth School and in Chicago
While Silicon Valley has always been considered the entrepreneurship capital of the United States, it’s no longer the only option. Startups are popping up in every city, and that’s especially true for Chicago.
Chicago is an often-overlooked Midwestern city. It may be one of the largest cities in the country, but it has a small-town vibe, which makes it perfect for entrepreneurs.
For years, it was considered the “second city” because it could never beat New York in size or prestige. Though it was meant as a derogatory nickname, today Chicago happily accepts the moniker and bills itself the “second city” behind Silicon Valley.
Chicago is embracing startup culture and entrepreneurship with unprecedented enthusiasm. Not only are business professionals in the city getting involved with programs such as 1871 and Matter, two of the country’s leading incubators, but the universities are getting involved as well. Continue reading…
