Six hot Chicago startups, all finalists at SeedCon12, pitch their ideas at the University of Chicago Gleacher Center before a team of judges and a crowd of about 200 people. They compete for bragging rights and $100,000 worth of business services and mentorship.
Finalists: BetMe, a low-cost online gambling site focusing on sports, financial, and special interest betting; Digital GroundUp, an interactive and experiential learning platform for digital marketing; Infrared Solutions, advancements in nanomaterials chemistry which provide an alternative to current technologies; Intelligent Loop, a software that helps managers of industrial facilities to reduce the cost and complexity of managing physical assets; Me So Far, a live event and platform for singles; and The Stylisted, a dedicated network of freelance beauty and wellness professionals. ❒
