Medi Ventures Sp. z o.o. is a seed investment VC fund active in the area of medical technologies. We support projects in the proof of concept and the proof of principle phases which want to develop their technology and products in Poland and aim for the global market. A close cooperation with our American investor allows to access a broad range of medical experts and potential second round deals and gives the opportunity to develop invested projects in US.

Chicago Poland Ventures is a cross border investment fund, located in Chicago and currently active in the area of medical technologies. The fund assists innovative companies in both the United States and Poland. We target early stage companies in a variety of industries that plan to grow in the EU market though a Poland location. We support projects in the proof of concept and the proof of principle phases which want to develop their technology and products in the center of Europe.

5pmVentures is an investment firm specializing in early stage companies looking for capital and growth. We work with founders to achieve the highest performance standards through coaching and consulting.

Take IDEA Furniture Co. to the next level with a custom design software to build Custom Furniture online. Improve IDEA's online presence trough different marketing channels, educate customers about eco-friedly (Green) product offerings from Europe, introduce new product lines, open new sales channels.

The Chicago ArchAngels is a preferred provider of risk capital for early stage and seed stage companies in the Midwest and around the country. We accept companies through a referral process within our network, and we cover a wide range of industries. Past presenters have included innovative start ups in medical devices, health care, health care information technology, digital technology, manufacturing, green technology, clean energy, financial services, education, consumer products and other industries.Our focus is on innovative companies that we expect to achieve technological proof of concept and customer validation with planned market domination. Ideally, companies are seeking between $500,000 and $3 million in their current round.Chicago ArchAngels members add value with their business and entrepreneurial experience. Most members have national or international business experience. The Chicago ArchAngels also collaborates with many other angel groups, accelerators, and incubators for referrals and reviews.At regular monthly meetings, members hear presentations from three companies, most of which have global potential.As the group grows, the Chicago ArchAngels is adding programs and initiatives, such as the Capital Raise Workshop. The workshop is aimed at the management teams of early stage companies that are preparing for a capital raise, or are already engaged in a capital raise. The periodic, one day intensive program includes pitch review. Through expert instruction from angel investors and experienced legal counsel, the participants will leave with an investor’s point of view on term sheets, valuation, and due diligence, along with individual mentoring.Through this comprehensive approach, the Chicago ArchAngels improves the likelihood of success for both companies and investors.The Chicago ArchAngels is an affiliate of the Washington DC ArchAngels http://www.dcarchangels.net

US Poland Ventures is a cross border investment fund, located in Chicago. The fund assists innovative companies in both the United States and Poland. We target early stage companies in a variety of industries that plan to grow in the EU market though a Poland location. Soon, a Chicago-Warsaw innovation center will assist Poland-based companies that aim to expand into the US market.Our management team includes a seasoned angel investor and president of Chicago based angel group and a successful international business entrepreneur. Through the Chicago ArchAngels, which has a strong portfolio of over 60 innovative companies from around the country, we have a pipeline of companies that are interested in Europe.

• Provide leadership to identify, quantify, implement and measure specific improvement initiatives related to product pricing. • Focus efforts in data gathering and analysis, data interpretation, process design and formulating conclusions and recommendations. • Lead managment efforts in developing solutions to difficult or complex situations to ensure goals and objectives are met.

Established a furniture chain with 4 stores in Chicagoland areaCreate centralized distribution system for the chain and reduce warehousing costs by 20%

Chairman of the BoardIdea Meble provided production and sourcing solutions in the furniture industry for brands in North America and Europe.

Organized Furniture Buying Trade Mission to Poland with 6 Executives from TOP 100 US Furniture Retailes with more than 500M in buying power.Succesfully introduced US Retailers to Polish Furniture Market with Editor In Chief from Furniture Today Ray Allegrezza participating in that Mission(http://www.furnituretoday.com/article/24526-U_S_stores_to_tour_Polish_factories.php)