the buildillinois summit
free atomic wings. the investors behind 15+ unicorns like duolingo/ramp. campus chai. the coolest projects on campus. sammy k mc'ing. you in?
siebel center for computer science room 1404, 6-9pm.
over the past year, illinois’ top builders, makers, and creatives have been quietly building the future—from autonomous robots and ai agents fixing hiring, to character.ai competitors and cutting-edge hardware.
on april 12th, they’re stepping into the spotlight.
16 of the boldest builders will go head-to-head in a march madness–style showcase, competing for the chance to pitch to top vcs. but their fate? it’s in your hands—winners will be chosen by audience vote.
after the event, we’ll be hosting a free dinner + private mixer with our presenters & guests, rsvp required to attend.
confirmed guests:
landon campbell, gm @ drive capital ($2.2B aum, backed duolingo)
nick arnett, partner @ 1517 fund (backed loom, ran the thiel fellowship)
sonith sunku, investor @ z fellows
audric serador, founding engineer @ superpower
scouts from soma capital, afore, and more
don’t just watch history unfold — help decide who builds what’s next.
p.s. interested in demoing? text 8582618706