Chicago ranks #1 in returns to investors

A recent study shows that Chicago leads in returns to investors. Lightbank Managing Director Victor Pascucci III is one of those investors that opens doors for some of the hottest Chicago startups. Host Scott Kitun talks with Vic about Chicago’s rising tide as a tech hub and what sets the Windy City apart from the…

How to build a brand beyond advertising

AE Marketing Group Founder Brian Walker is celebrating 7 years of service and double-digit profit growth. The group helps organizations realize that “branding” is more important than just marketing. Everything should be aligned. Walker show how find a line to a goal. And it starts with narrowing down who the target audience is. Find more…

IT specialists: the modern superhero

ImagIT Solutions CEO Brian Gardner keeps businesses, with multiple locations, running. The company offers services in 45 countries after humble start in 1999, when Gardner was only 14. When WiFi drops and you need help, ImagIT is there. Host Scott Kitun and Gardner go down the wire and discuss how to best deck-out your office…

This startup took selfies to the next level

UPshow transforms TV screens into social media broadcasting for anyone wanting to throw their pictures on screen. Strike your best pose! Host Scott Kitun talks with CEO Adam Hirsen about his admiration for the growing company, and his love for Hooters wings. Hooters is now officially an UPshow client with many more chains like Dunkin’…