On Monday, July 21, in Chicago, Drive Capital is hosting a roundtable exploring the Midwest’s role in powering the future of energy, AI, and computation. With the most nuclear power in the nation, a low-carbon grid, and premier research institutions, Illinois is emerging as a strategic hub—evidenced by Meta’s recent 20-year agreement with the Clinton nuclear plant.

This event brings together founders, investors, policymakers, and technologists fa disussion on how infrastructure, capital, and policy can accelerate innovation. Speakers include Madi Hilly of Radiant Energy Group, State Senator Sue Rezin, Vegim Begolli of MoonliteAI, Alderman Gilbert Villegas, and Drew Wandzilak of Alumni Ventures.

Click here to register for the event and see the exact location.