Advocating for
Private Investors
in Private Companies

The IVCA advocates for a strong Illinois business climate for private investors in private companies by:

Promoting a pro-growth public policy platform

Facilitating member networking

Introducing underrepresented groups to the business of private company investing

Collaborating with organizations of mutual interest

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Become a Member

The IVCA is comprised of investor firms and professional advisors dedicated to the development and growth of Illinois' private equity and venture capital community.

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Legislative Advocacy

IVCA supports an entrepreneurial spirit in Illinois' public policy that encourages economic and business development and rewards investment in job creation and job relocations.

Mark Your Calendar

Legislator luncheon with Leader Tony McCombie, Rep. Joe Sosnowski and Rep. Nicole La Ha (for IVCA Investor members only)

Sep 11, 2025 12:00PM—1:00PM

Gibsons Italia, 233 N Canal, Chicago

Legislator luncheon with Leader Kam Buckner and Sen. Bill Cunningham, President Pro Tempore (for IVCA Investor members only)

Sep 16, 2025 12:00PM—1:00PM

Gibsons Italia, 233 N Canal, Chicago

Legislator luncheon with Sen. Paul Faraci (for IVCA Investor members only)

Sep 23, 2025 12:00PM—1:00PM

Gibsons Italia, 233 N Canal St., Chicago

IVCA Panel: Leveraging AI to Transform VC & PE Firms

Oct 07, 2025 11:30AM—1:30PM

The Chicago Club | 81 E Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60605

2025 IVCA Sponsoring Members

Sponsoring Members have the distinction of providing outstanding financial support to IVCA during the previous calendar year.

Baker Tilly US, LLP - Leading advisory, tax and assurance firm
Kirkland & Ellis LLP - International law firm that serves a broad range of clients around the world
Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP - One of the largest single-office law firms in the nation
Plante Moran - Audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management professionals
White & Case LLP - International law firm that serves companies, governments and financial institutions
Winston & Stawn LLP - International law firm that serves clients across the globe.