For the first time ever, ThinkChicago, the WBC’s flagship STEM talent attraction and retention program, will host an exclusive event called Launchpad. city university Chicago students and alumni
Chicago, September 30, 2022 /PR Newswire/ — Chicago Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot Attended City College of World Business Chicago Chicago (CCC) and Discovery Partners Institute are pleased to announce the launch of ThinkChicago Launchpad, a new event exclusively for City College. Chicago students and alumni.Interested students can register for the opportunity to enjoy a multi-day immersion experience to explore Chicago’s A thriving technology, innovation and startup ecosystem in www.thinkchicago.net/launchpad.
ThinkChicago Launchpad attendees will enjoy the opportunity to hear from startup CEOs and technologists, participate in networking sessions, and explore Chicago’s tech and innovation sector. Students also have access to many career development opportunities, including resume workshops and free professional headshots. http://www.thinkchicago.net/launchpad.
“When it comes to diverse local talent, City College Chicago It’s really one of the driving forces of the city,” said the mayor. Lori E. Lightfoot“We are proud that World Business Chicago’s ThinkChicago program is leveraging this talent pool and is growing rapidly with City College students. Their team is attracting top STEM talent to local technology companies. We are setting an example by showing that we can hire people in our great cities.”
ThinkChicago is hosted by World Business Chicago and is an anchor partner University of Illinois system and city of chicagoIn 2021, World Business Chicago will open City College Chicago As ThinkChicago’s anchor partner, we will strengthen the connection between CCC’s talent and technology companies. Chicago.
“City University Chicago It is a strong pipeline of diverse talent and an economic engine for the city.” Michael FasnachtPresident and CEO of World Business Chicago, and Chief Marketing Officer city of chicago“For these and other reasons, we partnered with Prime Minister Salgado and his team on the upcoming ThinkChicago Launchpad, Chicago’s Providing an ecosystem of technology and innovation to City College students and alumni. ”
“Chicago Tech companies and start-ups are finding great partners through City College.” Mark Teve, Chair of World Business Chicago’s Innovation and Venture Council. “Prime Minister Salgado and his entire organization are actively involved in the local startup ecosystem, creating even stronger bridges between talented city college students and fast-growing local businesses. I am proud to do it.”
city university Chicago We aim to put every student on the path to upward mobility. CCC is the largest community college system. Illinois and the largest in the country. His seven colleges around the city include: Richard J. DaleyKennedy King, Malcolm X, Olive Harvey, Harry S Truman, Harold WashingtonWhen Wilbur Wright University. City College also oversees the award-winning Washburn Culinary Institute, the Sikia Banquet Facility, five child development centers and radio station WKKC FM 89.3. Over her 100+ years, City College has changed the lives of over 1 million of her students through education.
“City University Chicago It is an important means of empowerment for young people and the thousands of residents we serve. ” Juan SalgadoPresident of City University Chicago“Our students truly represent the future of our city: talented, diverse and ready to work. Chicago Currently home to the nation’s fastest growing technology economy, ThinkChicago is an important part of ensuring City College remains part of this growth. ”
ThinkChicago Launchpad is backed by global cryptocurrency company CoinFlip as a sponsor, with other sponsors including Milwaukee Tool, Nature’s Fynd and tastytrade.
“As a leading role Chicago As a fintech company, we are excited to expand local employment.” Daniel Polotsky, Founder and Chairman of CoinFlip. “We are proud to be the presenting sponsor of such an important program as ThinkChicago, which shows a student who can launch, build and succeed in his STEM career in our hometown. Chicago.”
About World Business Chicago (white blood cells):
World Business Chicago is playing a key role in driving an inclusive and equitable recovery across the city’s 77 neighborhoods, with a focus on high-growth sectors such as transportation, distribution and logistics. Manufacturing; Healthcare and Life Sciences; and Local Innovation, Startup and Venture Ecosystems.As of the city of Chicago World Business Chicago, an economic development agency, focuses on business attraction and retention, workforce and talent, community impact, and Chicago as one of the world’s leading cities. Supported by a council of over 300 local leaders, World Business Chicago’s portfolio of Innovation & Venture Programs includes the Chicago Venture Summit Series, Startup Chicago, ThinkChicago, and Illinois Science and Technology Union (ISTC) Venture Includes engine. Follow World Business Chicago on LinkedIn and Twitter for daily news and announcements regarding the company’s move and expansion.Industry and Ecosystem Growth, U.S. and Global Rankings, and More Chicago’s economic progress. www.worldbusinesschicago.com
About Coinflip:
CoinFlip is a leading fintech company powered by cryptocurrencies. The company operates the world’s largest cryptocurrency ATM network by transaction volume, with over 4,000 of his machines across 49 states supporting cash purchases and sales of major cryptocurrencies. In 2020, CoinFlip launched Trade Desk, an over-the-counter trading service that provides investors with a personal account manager and competitive coin prices. CoinFlip will become an international company in 2022. CanadaThe company has the lowest fees in the industry and offers award-winning 24/7 customer support. CoinFlip was founded in 2015 by him. Daniel Polotsky, Christopher Daylit, Alan GurevichWhen Benjamin Weiss.Head office location ChicagoCoinFlip will rank in the top 100 of the Inc. 5000 list in 2021 and 2022, Chicago Presented by Crain’s and winner of the 2021 and 2022 Stevie® Awards for Customer Service. For more information on CoinFlip, please visit www.CoinFlip.tech.
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