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<p>The <strong>Illinois Venture Capital Association</strong> advocates for a strong venture capital and private equity industry in Illinois by:</p>
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<li>Promoting pro-growth public policy initiatives,</li>
<li>Providing&nbsp;educational programming in&nbsp;private equity,</li>
<li>Facilitating member networking, and</li>
<li>Endorsing communication and shared programs with organizations of mutual interest.</li>
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<p>In addition, IVCA works with entrepreneurial organizations in the Midwest to encourage a strong cycle of innovation and business creation leading to superior investment opportunities.</p>
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<li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Strong legislative advocacy related to critical industry issues</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Access to IVCA sponsored events, especially members-only events, eight to twelve per year</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Regular networking opportunities</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Bi-weekly E-newsletter</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Member access to the IVCA website</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Inclusion in our annual Membership Directory</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 12px;">"Real-time" information for your company on our website</span></li>
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<h6><a href="/become-a-member">Join Today</a></h6><!-- <<< Modules Anywhere <<< --></div>
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<div class="pad"><!-- >>> Modules Anywhere >>> --><h3 style="text-align: center;">2016 IVCA Sponsoring Members</h3>
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<div style="text-align: center;">Baker Tilly</div>
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<div style="text-align: center;">EY</div>
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<div style="text-align: center;">Kirkland &amp; Ellis LLP</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">Kutchins, Robbins &amp; Diamond, Ltd.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">Neal, Gerber &amp; Eisenberg LLP<br/>Ropes &amp; Gray LLP</div>
<div style="text-align: center;">Silicon Valley Bank</div><!-- <<< Modules Anywhere <<< --></div>
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