
Who they are
Founded in 2012, 1871 was created as a home for Chicago’s digital startup community. It has evolved into the hub for the city’s thriving technology and entrepreneurial ecosystem. Today, 1871 is the home of 400+ early-stage, high-growth digital startups. Located in The Merchandise Mart, this 150,000 square foot facility is now the large private startup incubator in the world.
How we helped
Our recruiters are housed onsite at 1871 and offer their expertise to 1871 companies and alumni. In the past four years, we have partnered with more than 100 member companies on more than 150 openings. Our recruiters have also managed the internal hiring for the 1871 team, placing more than 20 1871 team members at the #1 startup incubator in the world.

Who we helped hire
Entire development team and 9 additional hires for Thyng (AR/VR startup)
VP of Sales & Services
Manager of Mobile Development
4 3D Modeler/Animators
2 iOS Developers
1 Android Developer
TraknProtect
CTO
Orderve
Head of Product Management
Digital4Startups
Operations Director
4 Digital Marketing Coordinators
1871’s internal team
Director of Membership & Programming
VP of Creative
Director of Events
Controller
Manager of Development & Donor Relations
Director of Marketing
Program Director
Manager of Events
Video Editor/Cinematographer
Facilities Associate
Social Media Coordinator
Executive Assistant/Project Coordinator
Finance Associate