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Brian Crump

Investor

Principal at Chicago Early Growth Ventures (CEGV)

Chicago

Writes $100K – $10M checks · typically $1M

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About

Attorney at Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP specializing in venture capital and emerging companies with over 12 years of investment experience. Was part of the original team that opened 1871, Chicago's prominent tech startup ecosystem hub, and brings 10 years of direct experience in Chicago's entrepreneurial landscape.

Experience

  1. Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLPAttorneycurrent2022 — presentChicago, Illinois, United States
  2. Chicago Early Growth VenturesFounding Partner & Principal / Angel Investorcurrent2018 — present
  3. Much Shelist, P.C.Associate - Venture Capital and Emerging Companies2014 — 2022Greater Chicago Area
  4. Much Shelist, P.C.Law Clerk2013 — 2014Chicago, IL
  5. Jones Lang LaSalleAssistant General Manager2012 — 2013Greater Chicago Area
  6. CBREReal Estate Manager2011 — 2012
  7. Duke Realty CorporationProperty Manager2007 — 2011

Skills & more

Venture Capital1Start-ups1Corporate Law6Real Estate Development10Property Management14Real Estate25Real Estate Transactions5Strategic Planning3Social Media1Legal Writing2Leases2Entrepreneurship1
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Frequently asked questions

Who is Brian Crump?
Attorney at Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP specializing in venture capital and emerging companies with over 12 years of investment experience. Was part of the original team that opened 1871, Chicago's prominent tech startup ecosystem hub, and brings 10 years of direct experience in Chicago's entrepreneurial landscape.
Where does Brian Crump work?
Brian Crump is Principal at Chicago Early Growth Ventures (CEGV).
What check size does Brian Crump write?
Brian Crump typically writes checks of $100K – $10M.
Where did Brian Crump go to school?
Brian Crump studied at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology (Doctor of Law (J.D.), JD); Illinois State University (Finance).

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