Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation We catalyze ideas into impact. The Polsky Center drives the creation of new businesses and partnersh

The Polsky Center advances the knowledge and practice of entrepreneurship and innovation across the University of Chicago. The center fosters entrepreneurial learning and interdisciplinary collaboration by delivering:

- cutting-edge curriculum,
- frameworks and best practices,
- innovative hands-on learning experiences,
- leading faculty research, and
- conferences, mentorship, and community an

d outreach programs. The Polsky Center supports and develops innovative leaders and entrepreneurs who add value to the global economy.

03/06/2026

🎉Today is CNVC Finals!!
Part 4: Meet Payterra.
Paytera is a peer-to-peer payments app for everyday transactions between friends in Mexico. It enables users to send, request, and split money in under 20 seconds using usernames instead of bank account numbers, with group-native features designed for frequent, real-world shared expenses.

Join us this Friday afternoon to see them pitch! //

03/05/2026

⏳1 day away until CNVC Finals
Part 4: Meet Scout.
Scout is modernizing private markets infrastructure — connecting emerging private fund managers with accredited investors through financial advisors.
By standardizing discovery, diligence, and distribution, Scout expands access to differentiated private funds.
See them compete this Friday at CNVC Finals.

03/05/2026

⏳1 day countdown for CNVC Finals
Part 4: Meet Roony.
Roony is an AI-powered claims resolution platform helping healthcare providers recover lost revenue.
Using autonomous voice agents, Roony resolves denied medical claims and clears A/R backlog — learning from every call to improve outcomes.
Catch them at CNVC Finals.

03/04/2026

⏳2 day countdown for CNVC Finals
Part 4: Meet Kinetide.
Kinetide is building a wearable analytics platform for competitive athletes — starting with swimming — combining motion sensors and performance analytics to deliver objective feedback on technique.

They take the stage this Friday at CNVC Finals.

03/04/2026

⏳2 days till CNVC Finals
Part 3: Meet HandsIn.
HandsIn is an AI-driven ASL e-learning platform delivering real-time feedback through computer vision and 3D avatar correction. By transforming passive learning into active practice, HandsIn expands access to high-quality sign language education.
See them pitch Friday at CNVC Finals!

03/03/2026

⏳CNVC Finals countdown continues
Part 2: Meet Haldune.
Haldune builds debriefing technology that captures experiential knowledge across organizations — structuring what worked, what didn’t, and why.
Their platform helps teams systematically transfer lessons learned across planning and operations.
Catch them live this Friday at CNVC Finals >>

03/03/2026

⏳ 3 Days to CNVC Finals
Part 1: Meet Hafestus.
Hafestus is an AI platform automating the most tedious parts of construction bidding by helping contractors win more projects, reduce drafting time, and cut costly mistakes.
On Friday, Hafestus will pitch for a share of $150,000+ at the 14th annual College New Venture Challenge.
Join us in person this Friday, March 6. Link in bio to register >>

01/30/2026

What makes Rattan L. Khosa SeedCon unique? The demo room.

After lightning pitches, the conversation doesn’t stop! In the founders’ demo room, entrepreneurs are tabling, sharing their products, and connecting one-on-one with investors, operators, and fellow founders.

This is where ideas meet real feedback, introductions turn into next steps, and momentum builds beyond the stage.

01/22/2026

A behind-the-scenes look at where it all comes together đź‘€

Rattan L. Khosa SeedCon 2026: Beyond the Hype is heading to campus—designed to move past surface-level buzz and into real conversations about sustainable growth, strong fundamentals, and enduring businesses.

🚨There’s still time to register! Link in bio for more information.

// Hosted by the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation in partnership with Chicago Booth’s Entrepreneurship and Venture Capital student group

11/19/2025

A moment of calm in the middle of the 12th Annual Booth-Kellogg ETA Conference. Brick columns, quiet focus, bright ideas, and a skyline for the books.

Here’s to the conversations and connections shaping the future of ETA!

11/10/2025

Applications close today November 10! 🚨
“My biggest advice: do not wait.” — Chef Dozzy Ibekwe, founder of and proud Small Business Growth Program alum.

Chef Dozzy turned his passion for sharing the bold, vibrant flavors of West Africa into a thriving catering business rooted in culture, connection, and community. 🌍✨

Now it’s your turn.
Apply for the Small Business Growth Program or Small Business Financial Fundamentals to receive free consulting, coaching, and up to $5,000 in vendor services—tailored to help South and West Side business owners grow and thrive.

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