TechRise Chicago

Hubly Surgical Inc. is a medical technology company focused on enhancing patient outcomes and improving the quality of care in neurosurgery. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Chicago, the company has developed an integrated electric drill system that replaces traditional free-hand techniques. This innovative device aims to reduce the rate of lethal complications associated with surgical drilling and is designed to facilitate bedside intracranial access, decreasing the reliance on operating rooms. Hubly's mission is to make its safety technology the standard of care for medical drilling, ensuring that both standard and underserved settings can benefit from improved surgical procedures.

Skilbi develops and operates an online platform that organizes students' information and connects them with professionals and enterprises. It is based in Chicago, USA.

Script Health is a stealth mode health-tech company based in Chicago, IL. The company’s first public health initiative addressed the nation’s growing opioid crisis. Naloxone Exchange (www.naloxoneexchange.com) is the nation’s first secure online platform that allows organizations and consumers to purchase the life-saving opioid antidote Naloxone, receive effective training on how to use it, and have it shipped discreetly to their door from a licensed pharmacy. When purchasing Naloxone using the NaloxoneExchange, no doctor’s prescription is necessary.

Equiticity is a non-profit organization programming and advocating for racial equity and increased mobility in Chicago and beyond.

Dripb LLC is a Beauty company that offers quality protective hair styling products curated specifically for people of color. Dripb LLC brings beauty to our communities in need by donating self-care kits for every braid kit you purchase to women and children experiencing homelessness. Founded in 2022 and is located in Chicago, IL.

Grapefruit Health is a healthcare technology company founded in 2022 and based in Chicago, Illinois. The organization addresses the significant staffing shortages in the healthcare sector by leveraging a workforce comprised of clinical students. Its platform focuses on recruiting, training, and managing these students to engage with patients remotely, thereby enabling healthcare institutions such as hospitals and clinics to operate more efficiently. Through this innovative approach, Grapefruit Health aims to create a semi-clinical workforce that contributes positively to patient interactions while alleviating the pressures faced by traditional healthcare staffing.

WeSolv, LLC is an online recruiting platform founded in 2015 and based in Chicago, Illinois. The company connects MBA students with organizations to tackle real business challenges, creating a centralized ecosystem that brings together diverse talent and top companies. By leveraging real-time performance data, WeSolv aims to enhance the hiring process, helping companies identify and recruit the best candidates at scale. The platform not only offers motivated students valuable learning experiences but also provides them an opportunity to demonstrate their skills to potential employers. Through its innovative approach, WeSolv seeks to revolutionize the way hiring is conducted.

The Goodie Shop offers t-shirt printing and exclusive designs. The company is based in Chicago, Illinois, USA.

LatinXChange ignites the spark that will propel bilingual education forward through community, cooperation, and dialogue. The company was founded in 2021 and is based in Chicago, Illinois, USA.

Not just cookies Wholesale Bakery offers incredibly delectable baked goods to generous, compassionate individuals in a joyful setting. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Chicago, Illinois, USA.

Grapefruit Health is a healthcare technology company founded in 2022 and based in Chicago, Illinois. The organization addresses the significant staffing shortages in the healthcare sector by leveraging a workforce comprised of clinical students. Its platform focuses on recruiting, training, and managing these students to engage with patients remotely, thereby enabling healthcare institutions such as hospitals and clinics to operate more efficiently. Through this innovative approach, Grapefruit Health aims to create a semi-clinical workforce that contributes positively to patient interactions while alleviating the pressures faced by traditional healthcare staffing.