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Welcome to the IVCA

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.

SB 1719 (The "Privilege" Tax) has passed the Senate and is now going to the House.

Tell your Representatives to say NO to SB 1719!

Don't know who your legislators are?  Check here

Find contact info for your legislators here.  Sample email, click here updated 6/21/17.

Supporting documentation for your email:

Crain’s IVCA Op Ed

WSJ Illinois Policy Institute Op Ed

Crain’s “Best Cities for Monster Returns”

Barron’s “A Simple Tale of Carried Interest”

Pitchbook's 2017 Venture Ecosystem FactBook: Chicago

 

 

Diversity & Inclusion Initiative

 
IVCA Scholar Program - Seeking applicants!
Find overview of the program HERE.

 

Current research on Diversity & Inclusion:

NVCA-Deloitte-Human-Capital-Survey
PE Women LP Perspective 2016
Why diversity matters
...and more

 

 

 

2016 IVCA Sponsoring Members

Baker Tilly
Edelman
EY
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
Kirkland & Ellis LLP
Kutchins, Robbins & Diamond, Ltd.
Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP
Ropes & Gray LLP
Silicon Valley Bank