November 2023: In the Loop

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Tell us about Yourco. What services do you provide?

Yourco is B2B SaaS solution that establishes an internal communication and automation infrastructure for businesses. Yourco’s flagship product is an SMS-based communication, intranet, and automation platform that does not require downloads, passwords, internet access or data plans.

Who is your target audience?

Any company with a non-desk workforce. Most of our customers are in manufacturing, construction, transportation, warehousing, agriculture, healthcare, and real estate.

How can the TeamWorking community directly get in touch with you?

Via LinkedIn and Email.

Tell us a fun fact about your career as a Founder! 

My brother (Benjamin) and I built Yourco together initially for a family printing business in Chicago and was selected as a top 5 Future of Work technology by SXSW and had a chance to pitch on stage at SXSW 2023.

Any new or exciting updates for Yourco? 

We recently became a venture-backed software business after closing a $2M seed round led by Ground Game Ventures, with participation from Allos Ventures, Start Something Ventures, Elevate Ventures, and Flywheel Fund.

Member Updates

 Highlights From the TeamWorking Community

Cellares partnered with Cabaletta Bio to evaluate their Cell Shuttle Plattform.  Chicago:Blend was honored with the 2023 Social Innovator Award by Chicago Innovation. Network Perception integrated with Claroty- check out the official press release. The University of Illinois Springfield partnered with the Illinois Science and Technology Coalition (ISTC) to create a professional mentorship matching program for high school students in the Sangamon CEO program. InContext Solutions announced the launch of Arrangement AI which utilizes machine learning and artificial intelligence prediction models to generate fast, flexible, and scalable insights for planogram arrangement concepts. Excited to see even more collaboration happening with our TeamWorking Community- Including, Illinois Science and Technology Coalition, GET Cities, The Gray Matter Experience, TechNexus Venture Collaborative, Chicago Blend, Code Your Dreams, AND Evergreen Climate Innovations.!

Upcoming Facility Events

December Events happening  at TeamWorking

Chicago Tech Breakfast Club

December 7th, West Commons, 830 AM - 1030  AM

Connect with innovators, investors, executives, and entrepreneurs in an informal setting. RSVP

Community Holiday Celebration

December 14th, West Commons, 3:30 PM

Join everyone for an afternoon full of pizza, cookie decorating, and hot cocoa.

Ecosystem Events

Events held by the TeamWorking Ecosystem

Chi Hack Night

Fully run by volunteers, Chi Hack Night is a free, weekly event to build, share, and learn about tools to create, support, and serve the public good.

Date: Tuesday, December 12th
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: TeamWorking by TechNexus

Sign up here

GOOGLE CLOUD'S Startup & VC Holiday Mixer

Whether you're looking to expand your network, connect with potential investors, or simply celebrate the season with colleagues, this event is the perfect opportunity to do so.

Date: Thursday, December 14th
Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
 Location: Google Fulton Market

Sign up here

Founder House Inaugural Founder-Only Holiday Party

Come together to toast the incredible achievements of Chicagoland founders and welcome the holiday season.

Date: Thursday, December 14th
Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
 Location: TBD

Sign up here

TeamWorking Announcements

🎄 Our Virtual Giving Tree in support of the families and patients in the UI Health NICU is back! A significant number of the families we aid belong to underserved communities, and your contributions create a lasting impact not only during the holiday season but also throughout the entire year.

How you can support: 

• Visit the Amazon Wishlist and choose a gift for a NICU family. All purchases must arrive by Monday, December 18th, ahead of Santa's visit later that week. Be sure to check out Black Friday deals!
• Spread the word! Please forward this email to friends and family who might want to join us in this heartwarming initiative.

In past years, the remarkable generosity of our TeamWorking collaborators has been truly touching. Your benevolence stands as a testament to the resilience of our community and its unwavering dedication to positively influencing the lives of others.

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🍽️ In this season of gratitude, we’re extending the food drive competition benefiting the Greater Chicago Food Depository to December 20th, 2023.

Please place donated items (canned or non-perishable food) in the bins in the kitchens, labeled with your name or your company's name.

Reminder: Top prizes go to the person & the company who donates the most!

Stay up-to-date with all future TeamWorking community events and news via the TeamWorking Slack Workspace. If you are not already a member, click here to join.

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