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VentureApp Maps Chicago Startup Investments to Strengthen the Innovation EconomyCHICAGO, May 18, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- VentureApp, a professional chat platform, today announced VentureMap Chicago, an interactive network visualization of the city's tech ecosystem, in partnership with TechNexus, a Chicago-based venture collaborative and incubator. The map displays hundreds of investments into tech startups by angel investors, venture capitalists, incubators, accelerators, and more. VentureApp mapped Chicago startup and investor relationships to give professionals the ability to discover trends in their community and pathways to connect with investors in their extended network. VentureApp users can also use the map to connect directly with other users via the chat interface. "Chicago possesses an impressive community of investors and businesses — both at the startup and enterprise level — that are the backbone of our local innovation economy," said Brett Bivens, venture investor at TechNexus. "Not only is it compelling to visualize the investor relationships in our city, it's practical for founders, investors, and corporate innovators to trend spot and connect with one another." VentureMap Chicago demonstrates volume and connections between deals in the following startup investment sectors:
As part of the launch of VentureMap Chicago, VentureApp has invited influential investors from M25 Group, TechNexus, MATH Venture Partners, and Moderne Ventures to host online office hours on its chat platform for professionals. Professionals can view the schedule and RSVP here for unique opportunities to get one-on-one access and advice, all from their desk or on-the-go with the VentureApp iOS app. VentureApp is rolling out custom VentureMaps, private online chat networks, and online office hours in various cities and industries this year to bring communities together. If you're interested in seeing a map of your city's investment ecosystem, or if you'd like to learn more about how to get yourself, your business, or your investment firm represented on VentureMap Chicago, please reach out to VentureApp at [email protected]. About VentureApp Media Contact: Related Links To view the original version on PR Newswire, visit:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ventureapp-maps-chicago-startup-investments-to-strengthen-the-innovation-economy-300460135.html SOURCE VentureApp |