Chicago Innovation Awards Scholarship Competition 2014

Chicago Innovation Awards and IIT Stuart have partnered to host the Chicago Innovation Awards Scholarship Competition, providing students a unique opportunity to apply their knowledge to finding solutions for under-served or unmet needs. 110 students competed this year for awards totaling $10,000. Attend the awards ceremony on April 9, 2014, to honor Stuart students and learn more about how this collaborative competition enables students to advance their understanding of innovation and entrepreneurship.

Wednesday, April 9, 20145:30-8 pmRegistration has closedView photos from the event The top winner will present to an audience of local industry leaders. View winners and student entries. A panel of Chicago innovators, from start-up entrepreneurs to large corporations, will discuss innovation and entrepreneurship, and reveal how they made careers for themselves in Chicago. The panel includes: Tom Kuczmarski (Moderator) Co-Founder Chicago Innovation Awards President Kuczmarski Innovation Matt Matros Founder Protein Bar (2013 winner of the Chicago Innovation Awards) Kate Shubert Chicago Regional Sales Manager Disney Institute Andrew Nieman Co-Owner & Director of Business Development SceneTap (2013 Up-and-Comer winner of the Chicago Innovation Awards) Sharon Schneider Co-Founder & CEO Moxie Jean (2013 Up-and-Comer winner of the Chicago Innovation Awards) Appetizers and drinks are complimentary. Seating is limited so please register soon if you would like to attend! 5:30-6 pm: Appetizers, drinks, and networking 6:30-7:30 pm: Student awards presentation and panel discussion 7:30-8 pm: Appetizers, drinks, and networking We look forward to seeing you as we continue to celebrate the creative spirit of the Chicago region!