Chicago Sports Tech Week is just around the corner, and we're excited to share some of the momentum we're building for our inaugural event!

From July 21–23, Chicago will become the gathering place for leaders across sports, technology, startups, venture capital, media, brands, and innovation.

🎤 Featured Speakers

We're excited to welcome leaders from organizations including:

• TOGETHXR

• Chicago Fire FC

• Chicago Cubs

• Chicago Stars

• Wilson Sporting Goods

• ShotTracker

• Chicago Ventures

• Chicago Sports Commission

• KB Partners

• Rebel Girls

• University of Cincinnati

• 1901 Project

• Alumni Ventures

• Ryan Sports Ventures

• Swish House

...with many more speaker announcements coming soon.

📍 Featured Venues

Loft Lucia (7 N. Carpenter, Chicago, IL)– Home of the Sports Business & Innovation Summit and Women's Sports Summit, featuring two afternoons of panel discussions with leaders from across the sports industry.

Cameo HQ ( 320 N. Elizabeth, Chicago, IL) – Host of the Chicago Sports Tech Startup Pitch Competition, bringing together emerging startups, investors, and industry executives for an exciting evening of innovation.

📅 Featured Events

🏟️ Fireside Chat with Dan Moriarty (Chicago Fire) and Kevin Willer (Chicago Ventures)
Explore the future of sports technology, AI, venture capital, fan engagement, and innovation. - 7/21 https://chicagosportstechweek.com/#tickets

🌟 Women's Sports Summit
Hear from leaders driving the incredible growth of women's sports through media, partnerships, storytelling, and community. - 7/23 https://chicagosportstechweek.com/#tickets

🚀 Chicago Sports Tech Startup Pitch Competition -
Presented by IDA Ireland, this signature event will showcase some of the most promising sports startups as they pitch live to investors, executives, and industry leaders. The competition highlights innovation from both Chicago and around the world while strengthening connections between the U.S. and Ireland's thriving sports technology ecosystem. 7/21 https://chicagosportstechweek.com/#tickets

Apply to pitch: https://chicagosportstechweek.com/startup-pitch

👟 The Tunnel Walk Fashion Show
Where sports, fashion, and culture come together to celebrate athlete style and innovation. - 7/23 https://chicagosportstechweek.com/#tickets

🤝 Networking Events
Connect with founders, investors, teams, brands, and innovators from across Chicago's sports ecosystem.

This is just the beginning. Over the coming weeks, we'll be announcing additional speakers, panel topics, sponsors, startup finalists, and partner events across the city.

🎟️ Register today and lock in Founding Attendee pricing before rates increase on June 15h.

We can't wait to see you in Chicago! Email any questions to mike@chicagosportstech.com

Mike Lynch
Founder
Chicago Sports Tech Week

Register Now → https://chicagosportstechweek.com