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The Illinois Venture Capital Association advocates for a strong venture capital and private equity industry in Illinois by:
  • promoting pro-growth public policy initiatives,
  • providing educational programming in private equity,
  • facilitating member networking, and
  • endorsing communication and shared programs with organizations of mutual interest.
In addition, IVCA works with entrepreneurial organizations in the Midwest to encourage a strong cycle of innovation and business creation leading to superior investment opportunities.

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NEW IVCA phone number:                    312/241-1618

NEW direct phone for Maura O'Hara:   312/241-1615

NEW direct phone for Kathy Pyne:       312/241-1620

NEW Fax number:                                 312/241-1623

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IVCA Article: Highlights of the NVCA/IVCA Luncheon, including Professor Mitchell Petersen on ‘The Real Impact of Venture Capital and Private Equity’
The annual NVCA/IVCA Luncheon on May 2nd at The Chicago Club featured speaker Professor Mitchell Petersen, with the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University., Mark Heesen, National Venture Capital Association (NVCA), and Brett Palmer, Small Business Investor Alliance (SBIA). Read More...
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Only $50 per ticket buys your food, drink and ticket for the Cross-town Classic on June 20th! Read More...
June 12th Luncheon Event has been CANCELLED!
This event will be rescheduled for a later date. Read More...
2012 Buyouts Chicago - Discounted tickets for IVCA Members thru May 25th!
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