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1871 is Chicago’s innovation hub and the #1 ranked private business incubator in the world. It exists to inspire, equip, and support early stage, growth stage and corporate innovators in building extraordinary businesses. Want to learn more? Visit our website now!

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1871

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Come to a place where you can share ideas, make mistakes, work hard, build your business and, with a little luck, change the world.

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Anish Kumar D.

Specialist

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

7/4/2023

"Enables to expand business with multiple other small business"

4/5

What do you like best about 1871?

We share common customers and 1871 partners with Microsoft in Supply chain innovation labs, they are a very friendly and professional set of people who are dedicated to the cause. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about 1871?

As we have seen our customers trying 1871 out so, we also tried to give them a shot, so when we found out about the cost of their services, those were relatively high priced. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Construction

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

9/12/2023

"Great Experience"

4/5

What do you like best about 1871?

The overall environment they offer along with the courses in the membership are wholesome, it teaches a lot and brings the best out of me. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about 1871?

From the price point of view, it is quite expensive in terms of membership costs and space rentals.

But if you can afford it then it will be the best investment. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering 1871:

Just go for it and it will change your life. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is 1871 solving and how is that benefiting you?

1871 helped me a lot with their programs which build great paths for entrepreneurs. Their techniques and content are so informative that enhance the visibility of every entrepreneur. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Construction

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

7/11/2023

"1871 : Great facility and resources"

4/5

What do you like best about 1871?

The educational courses are really great and also the space and resources provided are collaborative. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about 1871?

They cost quite more in terms of membership and other stuff. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Charles D. W.

Captain

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

3/30/2021

"1871 is a collaborative environment with resources for founders"

4.5/5

Describe the project or task 1871 helped with:

1871 provided space for me to work out of for many months a few years ago.. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you like best about 1871?

That you could find a quiet space to work from. Unlike any other workspace I have ever seen. Bring your ear buds; it gets noisy.

But it has the best (and quirkiest) art gallery lining the hidden hallways. Be sure to roam; you never know what you’re going to find. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about 1871?

The bro culture. I disliked the who is who type vibe. It could be more open to ideas and innovators. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering 1871:

Do things to attract technical people. It can be a loud and disorganized place to work. Where post notes for mobile apps all over the place is a real distraction from actually building anything tech-related, so I think it is more of business development and product development space for people who like to talk and be in meetings. If you want to write some code, find a good coffee shop somewhere else. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is 1871 solving and how is that benefiting you?

It solved the problem of a centrally located space where folks can come together to solve problems. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Accounting

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

3/25/2021

"Great resources for professionals & entrepreneurs"

5/5

Describe the project or task 1871 helped with:

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What do you like best about 1871?

Access to resources and willingness to help. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Eraina D.

Freelance Writer

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

3/2/2020

"Life Changing"

5/5

Describe the project or task 1871 helped with:

During my time in Chicago as a newlywed, I took a Lean Startup Course at 1871 that changed my life. I look forward to speaking there one day. I know see business, Startups and content strategy in a whole new light. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you like best about 1871?

I love the educational courses and professionalism. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Computer Software

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

10/21/2019

"1871 Review"

4.5/5

Describe the project or task 1871 helped with:

I was a part of two separate teams which launched 2 different softwares; one is a quality monitoring software and the other is an e-commerce solution for small business owners. Both are technology solutions (SaaS). Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you like best about 1871?

The collaborative nature of the space and the resources that are available i.e. help hours, workshops, relationships that I've curated through my membership there. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about 1871?

The leading dislike would be the expense. Office rent is pretty pricy for an established company. Some policies are starting to look akin to money grabs like exit charges, etc. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering 1871:

Do your due diligence, take a tour, and interact with the community as you deliberate. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is 1871 solving and how is that benefiting you?

The missions of our startups; simplifying the process of managing an online store. 1871 helps with making sure the problems we encounter can be solved with their network. I've realized benefits in business development, financial modeling, and networking. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Tom D.

Channel Account Manager

Information Technology and Services

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

8/27/2019

"Great experience, amazing recruiters"

5/5

Describe the project or task 1871 helped with:

I was involved with 1871 for about 2 years and all along the way was continually provided job opportunities. Eventually, we found a great fit at an app start up in St. Louis. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you like best about 1871?

The recruiters and resources provided were awesome! I turned down several opportunities that were not the 'right' one, and still my recruiter was actively looking and trying to help me land a fit. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about 1871?

The only thing I can think of is that once I was an employee of a company that resided in 1871, it was still difficult to gain access to the building without having to check-in or getting approval. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering 1871:

I'd highly recommend anyone interested in technology positions to explore the resources that 1871 provides. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is 1871 solving and how is that benefiting you?

1871 enabled a flexible work style and collaborative environment with like-minded people. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Ezra J. C.

Data Scientist

Computer Software

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

10/4/2019

"Great facility for business education"

5/5

Describe the project or task 1871 helped with:

1871 got me in touch with my current employer through their job advertisements, and then helped train me for the position with the help of Promotable, an education service working out of the space. I always enjoy days when we work here. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you like best about 1871?

1871 provides the space for my company to meet with advisors and consultants in the technology space. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about 1871?

The parking can be hard around the Merchandise Mart. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering 1871:

It is a great space for tech incubators. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is 1871 solving and how is that benefiting you?

Our company needs a good space to meet downtown. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Think Tanks

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

10/8/2019

"Great for networking"

3/5

Describe the project or task 1871 helped with:

Through affiliation in various accelerator programs housed in 1871 I’ve been able to work out of there a number of occasions. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you like best about 1871?

1871 is phenomenal for networking, programming, and learning. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about 1871?

Because it’s so good for networking and events, I’ve found it tough to do actual work there. I often find every few minutes you see someone you know and either have a mini conversation or stop to give them a nod, which still pulls you away from your work. So, just something to be aware of. And I’m so easily distracted that it becomes a problem for me. But might be fine for you. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is 1871 solving and how is that benefiting you?

I don’t know this question properly applies to 1871. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.