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Ageless Innovator Cohort Application

Ageless Innovator Cohort Application

Join The Ageless Innovators Cohort

Applications are now open for Cohort 16 of Ageless Innovators!

In partnership with The Village Chicago, Ageless Innovators is an intergenerational co-mentoring experience designed to spark connections, expand perspectives, and fuel new ways of thinking. Join a dynamic community of innovators across ages and industries to build meaningful relationships and learn from one another.

As a participant, you will:

  • Take part in 1:1 co-mentorship rooted in shared learning and experience
  • Join workshops and events that drive innovative thinking and network growth
  • Access curated opportunities and larger community events throughout the cohort
  • Tap into a broader ecosystem of innovators, professionals, and leaders

BY THE NUMBERS: Real impact 490 Intergenerational innovators have participated to date 95% Reported being closer to their goals than when the 6 months started

TOP AREAS OF IMPACT IN 2025: Where participants felt it most

Business & Career Growth:

  • Secured new business and expanded client pipelines
  • Navigated career transitions at any age and stage

Personal Brand & Visibility

  • Refined brand positioning and messaging
  • Clarified unique value and professional presence

Skills of the Future

  • Built core skills that support innovation
  • Increasing technical and leadership skills to stay competitive

Lasting Relationships

  • 90% of participants expanded their professional networks
  • Built co-mentor relationships that extend well beyond the cohort

Participant Insights: Hear it from them

“I gained an increased awareness of generational differences. It feels like I met a lifetime friend in my co-mentor.” – 2025 Program Participant

“Ageless Innovators has allowed me to have a person with whom there is mutual trust that allows us to discuss and coach each other without fear of judgment or impacting work/life balance.” – 2025 Program Participant

Experience the power of intergenerational co-mentoring.

Cohort Starts: July 13 Program Length: 6 Months Application Deadline: May 1

Applications for Ageless Innovators Cohort 16 are open now — don’t miss your chance to join.

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Questions? Connect with Anna Aguiar Kosicki, Program and Event Manager anna@chicagoinnovation.com