Marcus Richards
As the entrepreneurial landscape of the United States continues to evolve, the Advice industry is witnessing a rise of novel startups – each aiming to bring innovation and value to the market. Particularly, in Chicago, Illinois, a host of startups have emerged since 2020, bringing forth unique offerings in areas such as consulting, training, financial services, and more. This article focuses on a selection of such Chicago-based startups that have been making their mark in the Advice industry.
These startups come from diverse backgrounds, leveraging their unique strengths and expertise to cater to different segments of the market. Despite the challenging circumstances, these companies have managed to step forward and launch their ventures. Some of these startups are serving other businesses (B2B) by offering consulting and advisory services, while others are navigating areas such as digital marketing, education, and financial services to help businesses and individuals alike to make more informed decisions.
The following are some of these startups – each with its own approach to providing advice and solutions. They serve as examples of the diverse nature of the Advice industry and the ways in which startups are shaping this space.
EngineBI
At EngineBI we believe that financial decision making takes more than just seeing the numbers in a spreadsheet. That’s why we give you software that clarifies your past financial choices and helps unlock your ability to make smarter decisions for your business’ future, and growth. We believe data driven decision making is the future of smart financial planning, and we make it easy for you to make the right choices. EngineBI empowers you to make smarter decisions by enabling a holistic approach to finances. Be sure to check their LinkedIn and website.
Jump Seat
Working in the domains of Advertising, Advice, Digital Marketing, Professional Services, and Training, Jump Seat offers its expertise to various industries. Despite the lack of information about its founders, the startup has been navigating its way to success. Follow them on LinkedIn for more updates.
Strategy X Partners
Strategy X Partners offers various services from strategy, cost reduction, operations, contract negotiations, organisational effectiveness, to process improvement services. Despite the lack of information on their founders, their services extend to airlines, investment banking firms, brokerage houses, aviation service providers, car rental companies, and casinos. You can connect with them on Twitter and LinkedIn.
Prysm Institute
Prysm Institute operates in the Advice, Education, and Incubators sector. They are active on social media outlets Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Scifers & Associates
The team at Scifers & Associates has built their reputation around understanding their client needs and being responsive. They provide enterprise solutions and products to a wide range of industries. Join their community on Facebook and LinkedIn.
Kai Volatility Advisors
Founded by Cem Karsan, Kai Volatility Advisors offers advice and consulting services in the financial services sector. Follow them on LinkedIn.
KWILL Merchant Advisors
KWILL Merchant Advisors provides consulting services in a variety of sectors from health and life sciences, real estate, finance and accounting, to logistics and supply chain management, and leadership and corporate development. Connect with them on LinkedIn.
DebtErasers
Operating in the Advice and Legal sector, DebtErasers are here to help individuals with their debt issues. They can be followed via their Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
