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Build Your Future in Chicago VC 🚀

Get Priority Access to the Venture Club 101 Application The venture capital world can feel like a closed door, so we’re here to give you the key. Venture Club 101 is Chicago:Blend’s newest immersive learning community designed specifically for undergraduates ready to dive into the world of startups, innovation, and VC.

Led by industry insiders Monika Razdan (Dipalo Ventures) and Rachel Sebald (Evergreen Climate Innovations), this intensive three-week program in July 2026 is your fast-track to the Chicago tech and venture ecosystem.

Ready to Get in the Room?

The 2026 cohort is limited to just 20 students. By signing up today, you aren't just staying informed—you’re getting:

- Priority Application Access: Be the first to receive the application link before it goes public.

- The Inside Track: Get exclusive details on the curriculum and the leaders you’ll meet.

- TechChicago Week Access: Ensure you’re part of the conversation during the city's biggest week in tech.

Program at a Glance:

When: Three consecutive Fridays in July 2026 (July 10, 17, and 24).

Where: Live in the heart of Chicago (in-person)

What: Foundational VC education, hands-on workshops, and curated networking with the city’s top investors and founders. Built with the Chicago Ecosystem

We’ve teamed up with the city’s leading tech organizations to give our inaugural cohort exclusive access to VIP events, resources, and networks:

- TechChicago Week by P33: Direct access to exclusive programming during the city’s biggest tech activation.

- ThinkChicago by World Business Chicago: Priority visibility into talent resources and startup immersion events.

- Campus 1871 by 1871: Connectivity to Chicago’s flagship hub for entrepreneurship and innovation.

Ready to break into VC? Leave your details below and we’ll reach out the moment the application opens.

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