Polsky Center | The University of Chicago Booth School of Business

The Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Chicago Booth advances the knowledge and practice of entrepreneurship and innovation.

Entrepreneurship is now the largest concentration at Chicago Booth and, with an impressive growing network of entrepreneurial student and alumni, the Polsky Center is dedicated to developing entrepreneurial leaders who add value to the global economy.

2015 New Venture Challenge Winner

Maestro, the smart countertop appliance, wins the 19th Annual Edward L. Kaplan, '71, New Venture Challenge.

10 Teams Selected for Summer Accelerator

BallotReady is one of 10 teams selected for the Polsky Center's Accelerator Program this summer.

Browse the Polsky Center Annual Report

Learn more about the Polsky Center's programs and events by reading our most recent annual report.

Commercializing STEM Projects

University scientists and technologists learn how to commercialize their STEM projects through the Polsky Center’s I-Corps Program.

#1 University Accelerator Program in U.S.

Learn why our New Venture Challenge program is recognized as the top university accelerator program in the nation.