Techweek Conference: June 22-26, 2012


Chicago is a new kind of technology hub, and the Techweek Conference is a new type of technology conference.

The Techweek 2012 Conference showcases the technology renaissance evolving in Chicago and the midwest. Within 5 days, you’ll experience the life cycle of an emerging technology business – from idea to scale. Discover how companies like Groupon, Threadless, Orbitz, 37Signals, and many more started and grew to success in the heart of the midwest.

The 5 Days of Techweek, from Idea to Scale

DAY 1 THINK: INNOVATIONS & SOLUTIONS.

  • Celebrate the renaissance of technology and entrepreneurship in Chicago
  • Keynotes from the world’s top technology and business visionaries who will speak about big ideas that address local, regional and global issues.
  • Hear about technology solutions that are changing the way we live our lives and run our businesses
  • Participate in discussions about the technologies that drive innovations in education, economic development, public health, civic engagement, and the environment.

DAY 2 LEARN: TECHNOLOGY SKILLS & DEVELOPMENT.

  • Technology development with introductory-level workshops
  • Eye-opening presentations about the latest on programming languages and design practices.
  • Learn tips and insights from expert instructors.
  • Test your skills in coding and design.
  • Discover a new interest or passion.
  • Techweek Hiring Fair

DAY 3 LEARN: NEW BUSINESS METHODOLOGIES.

  • Sharpen business and entrepreneurial skills through presentations and workshops on Lean Startup methodologies, social media strategies and best of practices.
  • Jason Fried, founder of 37Signals, will provide a keynote for the day.
  • Rip Cord recruiting events and corporate alumni meetups.
  • Techweek startup competition

DAY 4 START: ENTREPRENEURIAL ENDEAVORS & SCALABLE STARTUPS.

  • Launching and shipping of startups and businesses.
  • Captivating speakers will share their stories of hardship and success.
  • Listen to presentations by startup entrepreneurs including a keynote by Travis Kalanick, CEO of Uber.
  • The day also features the final four teams from Startup Madness competing on the Techweek stage in front of a panel of esteemed Angel investors, VC’s and startup founders.

DAY 5 GROW: LATER STAGE & EXITS.

  • Focusing on the importance of technology in the economy, the last day of Techweek presents discussions on late-stage private companies.
  • Hear the stories of extraordinary ventures that have gone from bootstrapped to $50 million in revenue.
  • Find out about the biggest investment trends in the industry.
  • Celebrate business and technology with top CEO’s and investors.