
Betsy Ziegler
@betsyzeo
CEO @1871chicago, Boy mom, former chief innovation officer @kelloggschool, active angel investor, coach and advisor, art collector.
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http://1871.com 22-02-2009 19:22:12
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Cold emailing tips from Caroline Casson - Address the person by name - Say something thoughtful / personable… ie. why do you want to get in touch with that firm? What value can that particular fund or person add? - Quick snapshot of what you’re building - Traction / KPIs



Raphael Salaja So true and well said. Chicago has founders that hate problems and obsess over solving them, regardless what the solution is. Those that see it through will find monetary reward, but the real prize is killing the problem 🙏❤️👊

Great chat this morning w/ Gilbert Villegas! Chicago has the potential to be a tier 1 tech and innovation center. More intentional engagement w/local tech companies & solutions to close the City’s tech gaps; streamlining procurement or permit processes please!



Join us for our official TechChicago Week Recommended event! Headed to Emporium Arcade Bar for hanging out, networking, drinks, friends, & arcade games! ✶ July 23 | 6-9pm ✶ 2363 N Milwaukee Ave #TheNextEvolution #AR #VR #TechChicagoWeek2025 TechChicago








Angels & early-stage startup investors 📢 Announcing Lofty Ventures’ inaugural Lofty Angels Summit 👼 Join us in Chicago’s Loop on 8/11 for talks, panels & relationship-building w/18 rockstar speakers & an intimate group of fellow angels More info 👇👇 loftyangels.com



now released: our speaker lineup for the 4th annual web3 investor day on july 24 in chicago. we’re proud to convene today's visionary leaders transforming macro, markets and mainstream adoption. presented by Bridge Alternatives, Decasonic ⏩, Sterling Bay, VanEck, and



